ISLAMABAD, Jan 27 (ABC): Petroleum oils and women’s apparel recorded strong export growth in December 2025 despite an overall decline in Pakistan’s exports. The Monthly Trade Report released by the Trade Development Authority of Pakistan (TDAP) shared the figures.
Petroleum oil exports rise sharply
TDAP data shows that petroleum oil exports increased by 49 percent year-on-year in December. This made petroleum oils one of the fastest-growing export items during the month. The growth came at a time when Pakistan’s total export earnings declined.
Strong growth in first half of FY26
Petroleum oil exports also performed well during the ongoing fiscal year. TDAP figures show a 71 percent increase during July–December FY26. Export earnings from petroleum oils reached $411 million during the period. This marked a sharp rise compared with the same period last year.
Women’s apparel records solid gains
Women’s apparel also showed strong growth in December. TDAP data shows that exports under HS Code 6204 rose by 52 percent year-on-year. Women’s apparel remained one of the few textile items to record growth during the month.
Cumulative growth remains positive
Cumulative figures confirm continued strength in women’s apparel exports. During July–December FY26, exports increased by 64 percent compared with the same period last year. The report reflects this growth in its product-wise export tables.
Selected items outperform overall exports
The TDAP report shows that several traditional export items recorded declines in December. However, selected products posted notable gains. Petroleum oils and women’s apparel ranked among the items with the highest growth rates.
Exports remain under pressure overall
According to the report, Pakistan’s overall exports declined on both a year-on-year and month-on-month basis in December. Even so, higher exports of petroleum oils and women’s apparel supported export earnings during the period.