US tariff taking effect July 24 hits Turkish textile makers as orders shift to Vietnam

Quick summary

The additional tariff implemented by the United States on 24 July is narrowing the market for Turkish textile manufacturers, while producers in Vietnam and Bangladesh are drawing orders to their side. While Turkey records a 1.7 percent increase in the ready-made garment market in the United States, supply chain risk is growing in the long term.

Why it matters

Workers in the Turkish textile and ready-made garment sector, or businesses related to this sector, face the risk of declining orders from the United States market. From a consumer perspective, the shift in production towards Asia may affect product supply and pricing.

Key takeaways

• ›A new US tariff effective July 24 threatens Turkey's textile and ready-made garment export base.
• ›Turkey's US ready-made garment exports reached roughly $900 million in H1 2025, up 1.7 percent, but the new tariff puts that growth at risk.
• ›Vietnam and Bangladesh stand to gain as global brands scout alternative production hubs, with their textile stocks drawing fresh investor interest.