Wholesale-Apparel, Piece Goods & Notions

The Wholesale–Apparel, Piece Goods & Notions industry, classified under SIC 5130, sits at the center of the fashion and textiles supply chain, sourcing and distributing finished garments, fabric bolts, trims, zippers, buttons, and sewing notions to retailers, e‑commerce brands, decorators, and institutional buyers. Wholesalers provide inventory management, private-label sourcing, and just‑in‑time fulfillment, often coordinating production across multiple countries. Key risks include exposure to fashion demand cycles, inventory obsolescence, currency and freight volatility, and compliance with product safety, labeling, labor, and import regulations, as well as tightening ESG and traceability expectations. In 2024–2025, the sector is being reshaped by nearshoring, digital B2B marketplaces, AI‑driven demand forecasting, sustainability‑focused materials, and retailer consolidation that pressures margins and payment terms. Investors and operators closely track how wholesalers manage working capital, supply‑chain resilience, and contract concentration. For deeper insight into real‑time performance, credit risk, and strategic pivots across SIC 5130 players, view live SEC filings and disclosures on EarningsFeed.

Source: Earnings Feed research · last fetched 11/23/2025