Islamabad: Pakistan’s sports goods exports recorded strong growth during the first ten months of the current fiscal year, reflecting rising international demand for locally manufactured sporting products, particularly footballs.
According to Beyond Time News, sports goods exports increased by 14.89% during July-April FY2025-26 compared to the same period last year, according to data released by the Pakistan Bureau of Statistics.
Sports Goods Exports Show Strong Growth
Pakistan exported sports goods worth $357.911 million during July-April FY2025-26. During the same period last year, exports stood at $311.514 million.
As a result, the sector added more than $46 million in export earnings over the previous year. The increase highlights the growing competitiveness of Pakistan’s sports manufacturing industry in international markets.
Moreover, the latest figures underline the sector’s important role in supporting export growth and foreign exchange earnings.
Football Exports Lead the Surge
Footballs remained the top-performing category among sports products.
According to Beyond Time News, football exports climbed by 19.92%, rising from $185.202 million last year to $221.867 million during the current fiscal year.
The strong performance reflects continued global demand for footballs produced in Pakistan, particularly from manufacturing hubs such as Sialkot.
Furthermore, football exports accounted for the largest share of the overall growth in the sports goods sector.
Gloves Exports Register Decline
While most categories posted gains, gloves exports moved in the opposite direction.
Exports of gloves fell by 7.60%, declining from $52.900 million in the previous year to $48.878 million during the current fiscal year.
However, industry experts believe the decline remains manageable given the strong growth recorded in other product categories.
Other Sports Goods Post Impressive Gains
Exports of other sports goods also recorded significant growth.
According to Beyond Time News, exports in this category increased by 18.44%, reaching $87.165 million compared to $73.594 million during the same period last year.
The growth indicates expanding demand for a broader range of Pakistani sports products across international markets.
April Exports Jump More Than 33%
The sector also delivered impressive results in April 2026.
Sports goods exports reached $38.839 million during the month, compared to $29.119 million in April 2025. Consequently, exports increased by 33.38% on a year-on-year basis.
Football exports recorded a sharp rise of 40.03%, while exports of other sports goods surged by 49.97%.
In contrast, gloves exports declined by 15.12% during the month.
Monthly Growth Continues
The positive trend also appeared in month-on-month figures.
According to PBS data, sports goods exports increased by 6.76% in April 2026 compared to March 2026. Exports stood at $36.381 million in March before climbing to $38.839 million in April.
Therefore, the sector maintained strong momentum despite challenges in some product segments.
Outlook for Pakistan’s Sports Industry
Pakistan’s sports goods industry continues to play a vital role in the country’s export sector. Rising global demand, especially for footballs and other sporting equipment, has strengthened the industry’s contribution to economic growth.
Moreover, manufacturers remain optimistic about future export opportunities as international markets continue to seek high-quality sports products from Pakistan.
Read more:Pakistan’s Sports Goods Exports Rise Nearly 13%
Conclusion
Pakistan’s sports goods exports delivered an impressive performance during the first ten months of FY2025-26, growing by nearly 15% to reach $357.911 million. Strong football exports and rising demand for other sports products helped drive the increase. Furthermore, the latest figures highlight the resilience and export potential of Pakistan’s sports manufacturing sector.
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FAQs
1. How much did Pakistan earn from sports goods exports?
Pakistan earned $357.911 million from sports goods exports during July-April FY2025-26.
2. What was the growth rate in sports exports?
Sports goods exports increased by 14.89% compared to the same period last year.
3. Which sports product recorded the highest growth?
Football exports recorded strong growth, increasing by 19.92% during the period.
4. Did any category record a decline?
Yes. Gloves exports declined by 7.60% during July-April FY2025-26.
5. How did sports exports perform in April 2026?
Sports goods exports rose by 33.38% year-on-year and 6.76% month-on-month in April 2026.
