The odds of a large-scale change of clothing production remains low despite some retailers increasing domestic manufacturing due to Trump's "Made in America" push. High labor costs, limited production capacity, and tariffs on imported materials make large-scale expansion difficult. Some companies are investing in automation to offset costs, but most U.S.-made apparel will likely remain niche or high-end. Industry experts say long-term certainty in trade policies is needed for significant growth.
See "Why a major shift to US clothing production is unlikely", Arriana McLymore and Helen Reid, Reuters, March 14, 2025