Published in 1998, so by now it is a bit dated. The Finnish Textile Industry Brief overview of the Finnish textile and apparel markets. Traditionally, Finns have spent less money per capita on buying new clothing than in the other Nordic Countries. However, as a result of the current steady economic growth, people are willing to spend more money on new apparel. The sales increase in women's clothing draws from the positive growth in sales of women's lingerie and under-ware.
Economic prospects look favorable in Finland.
Household confidence in domestic economy is strong and disposable income has increased. In 1999, imports of apparel increased from Sweden, Denmark, China and Estonia but decreased from Portugal, Italy and Great Britain. In volume terms, Japan, South Korea, Bangladesh and Vietnam increased imports to Finland. However, there are several U.S. clothing brands that are either manufactured in or imported from another country than the United States. Local clothing industry has gone through drastic changes during the past ten years.