Hosiery Market Size, Share, Growth Analysis, By Product(Socks, Body Stockings, Compression Stockings, Tights), By Application(Women, Men), By Distribution Channel(Supermarkets, Specialty Stores, Online), By Region - Industry Forecast 2024-2031

Hosiery Market was valued at USD 37.4 billion in 2019 and it is expected to reach a value of USD 50 billion by 2031, at a CAGR of 4.2% over the forecast period (2024-2031).

The hosiery market is fairly fragmented with the presence of many well-known regional and players around the world. With the growing demand and penetration for online shopping, the major key players of the market are mainly focusing on making their online presence strong and continuously bringing new innovations for gaining consumers' attention. In addition, acquisition, mergers, collaboration, and strategic partnerships are some other strategies on which key players are implementing. 'Hanesbrands Inc.', 'Jockey International Inc.', 'CSP International Fashion Group S.P.A.', 'Wolford AG', 'Adidas America Inc.', 'Spanx Inc.', 'Gilden Activewear', 'Kayser-Roth', 'Donna Karan International', 'Triumph Apparel Corporation'

Increasing demand for legwear hosiery garments among both men and women consumers across the globe is a major key factor projected to drive the hosiery market over the forecast period. In addition, growing awareness of benefits of hosiery products such as high moisture absorbency, free airflow, very lightweight fabric, and softer and smoother quality are also likely to be another key driving factor for the market growth.

Adoption of several new and advanced technologies such as ultrasonic and laser technologies for the production of hosiery products worldwide is likely to impact the hosiery market positively in the next coming years. Availability of advanced and innovative technology specially in developed economies due to the high investment on research & development activities through various private and government bodies, is fueling the market demand and creating lucrative growth opportunities for the coming years.

Globally, North America dominated the hosiery market in 2021 and accounted for a strong market share. Rising demand for stylish, designer, and comfortable fabric products from the consumers especially in developed countries like United States and Canada are projected to be the major factors driving the growth of the market in the region during the forecast period. In addition, the rising investment from the key market players in research & development sector and early adoption of advanced technology for creating attractive products are also anticipated to boost the market growth in the region. For instance, in October 2021, Blackstone Inc., acquired a large stack of SPANX Inc. The extensively growing digital transformation and footprint of SPANX in various categories will be accelerated by the acquisition. The main aim of the acquisition is to develop more innovative and attractive products.