Footwear
Germany Retail: Footwear under pressure amid clouded outlook
Germany’s footwear and leather goods sector remained under pressure in 2025, with weak consumer and retail confidence, falling sales, and substantial discounts weighing on the market, despite the expansion of the online channel and a significant increase in footwear imports. Looking ahead, industry representatives appear to anticipate cautious stabilisation rather than a clear rebound. While e-commerce and Germany’s role as a regional hub offer some support, weak domestic demand and persistent uncertainty continue to cloud the outlook
Alpargatas posts strong full-year results
The Brazilian company posted strong 2025 results, driven by higher prices, an improved channel mix, and sales growth for its flagship brand Havaianas across both domestic and international markets
Genesco reports strong fourth quarter
The US-based footwear retailer has ended the fiscal year 2026 on a high note, with a strong performance in the fourth quarter characterised by increased sales and profitability
AAFA announces board leadership changes
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has appointed new members to its Board of Directors. These include Joe Preston, the president and CEO of New Balance, who will serve as board chair
Technical footwear drives Portuguese industry in foreign markets
Technical footwear is emerging as a key driver of Portugal’s footwear exports. This has helped the industry to maintain growth in 2025, despite a downturn affecting several major producing countries
Trump’s trade halt threat raises concerns for the Spanish footwear industry
Amid heightened international tensions, the Spanish Footwear Industry Federation (FICE) has expressed concern following Trump’s threat to halt trade with Spain over military base access
Futurmoda ends with strong international turnout
The Elche trade fair, Futurmoda, drew more than 4,000 industry visitors, bringing together suppliers and buyers and highlighting fresh commercial leads. The next edition is scheduled for October 2026
Spain Retail: Fashion falters amid broader retail growth
While the broader Spanish economy expanded by 2.8% in 2025 and total retail sales grew steadily, driven largely by double-digit gains in e-commerce, the fashion sector struggled. On average, there was a monthly year-on-year decline of 0.8% in clothing and footwear sales, accompanied by sector-specific deflation despite positive headline inflation. Although consumer confidence remained relatively solid, households increasingly prioritised services and savings over fashion purchases
Italian footwear industry signals potential turnaround despite 2025 turnover decline
Preliminary figures released by Assocalzaturifici show signs of stabilisation in the Italian footwear sector, despite a 2.8% year-on-year decline in full-year 2025 turnover
Knowledge Roadshow brings the footwear industry into schools for the third consecutive year
For the third consecutive year, APICCAPS has relaunched its ‘Knowledge Roadshow’ initiative, further strengthening the connection between the footwear industry and the school community
Shoe Carnival announces CEO transition
As Mark Worden leaves the company, Cliff Sifford, Shoe Carnival’s current Vice Chairman of the Board, will once again take on the role of President and Chief Executive on an interim basis
Rocky Brands reports stronger sales momentum in the fourth quarter
The US-based footwear manufacturer closed 2025 with a 9.1% year-on-year increase in net sales in the fourth quarter, driven by strong demand through the direct-to-consumer channel
Kurt Geiger drives revenue growth for Steve Madden at the end of 2025
The US-based designer and marketer of footwear and accessories ended fiscal year 2025 with strong revenue growth in the fourth quarter, led by the recently acquired Kurt Geiger
MICAM attracts consistent international attendance
The last edition of MICAM, which was held alongside MIPEL between the 22nd and the 24th of February at Fieramilano Rho, attracted over 20,000 visitors, 54% of whom were international-
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