Gradual Growth in Asian Footwear Consumption Endures

In 2024, Asia’s footwear consumption accounted for more than half of the global total (55.5%), reflecting an increase over the previous year. North America and Europe followed, with shares of 13.6% and 13.5%, respectively.

Per capita footwear consumption varies significantly across regions — from just 1.4 pairs in Africa to 4.8 pairs in North America.

China remains the world’s leading consumer of footwear, having strengthened its share to 18.6% of global consumption. India follows with 13.3%, while the United States maintains its position in third place with a stable share of 9.8%.

The European Union, considered as a single region, ranks fourth, with 2 069 million pairs consumed in 2024.