The line graph depicts the value of clothing exported from Bangladesh over the period between 1988 and 2012, and the pie chart demonstrates the proportions and value of exported clothing by 2012.
Overall, the cost of clothing exported from Bangladesh fluctuated over 14 years and mostly increased during the research period. In 2012, the European Union was the largest market for clothing made in Bangladesh, whereas Turkey imported the least Bangladeshi clothing.
Going into the line graph, initially, the price of clothing was lower than 1 dollar in 1988. Despite fluctuating gradually over 14 years, it showed a skyrocketing trend, reaching a peak of $20 in 2012, reflecting its quality and brand.
Regarding the proportions and cost of exported clothing in 2012, the European Union was the most profitable market for Bangladesh with $11.38 billion USD, accounting for 60% of total profit. This was followed by the USA, which comprised $4.53 billion (24%). $0.87 billion was received from Canada, constituting 5%, while the profit from products exported to unmentioned regions represented 8% of the total ($1.55 billion). Turkey and Japan showed minimal imports of Bangladeshi clothing, depicting $0.36 billion (1%) and $0.4 billion (2%), respectively.
