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South Asian Fashion Prices Rise 10-15% Amid Iran Conflict

3/30/2026

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Industry insiders urge consumers to update wardrobes soon due to 10 to 15 percent price increases that will affect shoppers as new collections arrive.
The garment export industry in South Asia, valued at US$50 billion, faces challenges from the ongoing war in Iran.
Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has raised power costs for factories.
Manufacturers are absorbing these costs.

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Story summary

Industry insiders urge consumers to update wardrobes soon due to 10 to 15 percent price increases that will affect shoppers as new collections arrive.
The garment export industry in South Asia, valued at US$50 billion, faces challenges from the ongoing war in Iran.
Iran's blockade of the Strait of Hormuz has raised power costs for factories.
Manufacturers are absorbing these costs.