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USA-Iran Conflict: Footwear Industry Prepares Strategic Shifts in Suppliers and Logistics Routes
According to the latest World Footwear Business Conditions Survey conducted in April 2026, the ongoing instability arising from the geopolitical tension between Iran and USA is forcing a significant majority of the industry to re-evaluate its operational strategies
Rising Geopolitical Risks Drive Footwear Costs Higher
Rising geopolitical tensions are expected to impact the global footwear industry mainly through higher costs rather than an immediate decline in consumer demand, according to the latest World Footwear Business Conditions Survey
USA - Iran Tensions seen as Rising Risk for Global Footwear Industry
The conflict between the United States and Iran is increasingly viewed as a material risk for the global footwear industry, according to the results of the Spring 2026 edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey
Mira Groot from Rebel: understanding circularity in the Dutch footwear sector
In today’s interview, we spoke to Mira Groot, Circular Economy Consultant at Rebel, a strategy and advisory firm operating at the intersection of the public and private sectors. We focused on the “Steps towards a circular shoe chain” project to better grasp the issues and potential solutions involved in achieving circularity in the footwear industry
New footwear material trends revealed by industry survey
Industry experts point to sustainable natural fibres as the dominant footwear material trend for the next two years, a key insight from the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey conducted at the end of 2025
AI has not yet matured sufficiently to meet the specific needs of the industry
This is one of the key findings from the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey, conducted in October and November 2025. We asked our panel of experts to share their views on the impact of AI in the footwear industry. Here’s what they told us
AI gains ground across the footwear industry
Artificial intelligence is being increasingly adopted across the footwear industry, with applications ranging from optimising design and production to managing the supply chain and creating smart footwear
Cristiano Magnoni from Crimagno Earth: we design with purpose
We spoke with Cristiano Magnoni, founder of Crimagno Earth, to learn more about his footwear venture. As his goal is not simply to create footwear, but rather to rethink what shoes can be, we explored his industrial approach to design, use of sustainable materials, local sourcing and his perspective on the sector
AI's impact in the footwear industry
Artificial Intelligence seems destined to deeply change our lives, so we have asked our panel of experts about the expected impact of this tool in the footwear business. Get free access to the report with the main conclusions
Stability is the word for employment levels in the footwear sector
In the latest edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey, nearly half of our panel members responded that they believe the level of employment will stabilise in the next few months. Get free access to the report with the main conclusions
Optimistic outlook for the footwear industry’s business health
More than 55% of the respondents of the last edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey are confident about the health of their businesses. The 12th edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey results are now available
Trump's Tariffs Expected to Negatively Impact Footwear
In the latest edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey, we have asked our panel about the expected impact of Trump's wave of tariffs in footwear. The expectations are not positive. Read it all by accessing the report with the main conclusions
Footwear industry anticipates sales volumes will increase
More than 60% of the respondents of the last edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey expect quantities of footwear traded in their country to increase over the next six months. The report with the main conclusions of the 12th edition of the survey is now available
Cost of raw materials continues to worry the footwear industry
Cost of merchandise or raw materials maintains its position as the top concern for the footwear industry, according to respondents of the 12th edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey. Domestic market challenges have intensified
Footwear prices to increase over the next six months
75% of the respondents of the last edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey expect footwear retail prices to increase over the next six months. The report with the results of the 12th edition of the survey is now available-
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