Maquila Exports Fall 8% in First Seven Months

Published on Honduras Daily · Sep 26, 2026 · Originally reported September 24, 2026 by Diario Roatán

Honduras's maquila exports fell 8.0% year over year through July 2026 to $2.91 billion, dragged down by a $221.3 million drop in textile and apparel sales to the U.S. and fewer electrical-harness shipments, with industry leaders warning of a global trade realignment.

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