Footwear Market Research Reports & Industry Analysis

The global footwear market is highly competitive and fragmented with a few major players and a seemingly endless array of smaller players, including designers, marketers, manufacturers and retailers, all vying for share. The footwear market can be divided into two categories: athletic footwear and non-athletic footwear. Globally, several companies crack the $1.0 billion dollar barrier in footwear sales but only Nike, Inc. and Adidas AG bring in more than $5.0 billion. Athletic footwear includes athletic, sport, and active lifestyle footwear. Athletic footwear also includes footwear that is not designed for a specific individual or team sport but may be performance inspired or intended for other activities. Products such as ski and snowboard boots may also be included in the overall scope of the athletic footwear market.

Non-athletic footwear covers casual and dress shoes. It also includes house slippers, various types of work shoes and boots. Other footwear products include accessories (i.e. shoe trees, bags, polishes, laces) gaiters, parts of shoes, socks, and foot care products. Reports in this category address national and international footwear markets, including specific sectors such as dress shoes, reviews of companies engaged in manufacturing, repairing, distributing or importing, specialized areas in the market such as orthotics, and targeted consumer markets.

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Footwear Industry Research & Market Reports

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Belgium

    ... despite inflation stabilising, consumers remained price sensitive and conservative with their spending, often limiting purchases to basic necessities when it came to apparel and footwear. Second, the channel is also facing growing competition from apparel ... Read More

  • Running Shoes Global Market Report 2025

    ... is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond. Reasons to Purchase Gain a truly global perspective with the ... Read More

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in China

    ... remained lower than the pre-pandemic (2019) level. Amongst the factors preventing higher sales and growth were weak consumer confidence and slow growth in disposable incomes, as shoppers focused on essential needs and delayed non-urgent purchases ... Read More

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in the US

    ... brands struggled as price-conscious shoppers gravitated toward lower-tier and discount retailers, where the appeal of bargain hunting remains strong. Meanwhile, athleisure giant lululemon athletica stood out with another positive year, proving its resilience in a ... Read More

  • Sports Sponsorship Global Market Report 2025

    ... is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond. Reasons to Purchase Gain a truly global perspective with the ... Read More

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in France

    ... birth rate affecting childrenswear, unfavourable weather conditions in the first half of the year that dampened foot traffic, and an overall gloomy summer season. While the Olympics drew millions of tourists and boosted business in ... Read More

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Austria

    ... levels, despite significant price hikes in 2022 and 2023. While there was a gradual improvement in consumer sentiment throughout the year, many remained relatively cautious when it came to spending on apparel and footwear, prioritising ... Read More

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Greece

    ... to emphasise their eco-friendly strategies. Meanwhile, luxury brands have expanded in major cities, including Athens, while younger people have gone for more affordable Greek-inspired styles. With the ongoing rise in importance of e-commerce and... Euromonitor ... Read More

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Ireland

    ... opted for the convenience of digital channels. In response to this trend, retailers have been enhancing their online platforms, incorporating features such as virtual try-ons and personalised recommendations to attract and engage customers. These innovations ... Read More

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Finland

    ... was largely caused by the increased price consciousness of Finnish consumers and high inflation, which grew faster than average salaries. Euromonitor International's Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Finland report offers insight into key trends and ... Read More

  • Foot Orthotic Insoles Global Market Report 2025

    ... market which is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond. Reasons to Purchase Gain a truly global perspective ... Read More

  • Leather Goods Global Market Report 2025

    ... is experiencing strong growth. The report gives a guide to the trends which will be shaping the market over the next ten years and beyond. Reasons to Purchase Gain a truly global perspective with the ... Read More

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in the Netherlands

    ... with profit margins squeezed by rising inventory, rent, and wages costs. Economic uncertainty and weakened consumer spending power are also influencing purchasing habits, particularly impacting mid-market brands. Indeed, several prominent retailers, including Bristol,... Euromonitor International's ... Read More

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Spain

    ... busy reinventing itself again. Retail outlets are evolving into megastores that feature a wide range of products and complementary activities, often including striking designs, sculptures, and iconic elements that visitors can photograph and remember, as ... Read More

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Norway

    ... expanded its second-hand clothing offerings, allowing young shoppers to engage in sustainable fashion practices by purchasing pre-owned items. Some stores are leveraging social media platforms to connect with younger audiences. H&M... Euromonitor International's Apparel and ... Read More

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Peru

    ... in the second half of 2024 due to Peru’s economic recovery, a decline in inflation to the Central Reserve Bank of Peru’s target range, and an uncharacteristically cold winter season. The latter was particularly beneficial ... Read More

  • Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Israel

    ... retailers struggled with declining sales and were forced to implement steeper discounts to clear excess inventory, further squeezing profit margins. Euromonitor International's Apparel and Footwear Specialists in Israel report offers insight into key trends and ... Read More

  • Affordable Luxury Market in Europe 2025-2029

    ... the affordable luxury market in Europe provides a holistic analysis, market size and forecast, trends, growth drivers, and challenges, as well as vendor analysis covering around 25 vendors. The report offers an up-to-date analysis regarding ... Read More

  • Clothing & Footwear Wholesaling in the UK - Industry Market Research Report

    ... including revenue falling during the height of COVID-19. Shifts in consumer behaviour, like women no longer opting to buy footwear from specialist retailers, have opened up the market, allowing retailers to establish a presence in ... Read More

  • Vegan Footwear Market, By Product Type (Shoes, Sandals, Heels, Flats, and Others), By Material Type (Microfiber, Polyurethane, Recycled Plastics, and Others), By End User (Men, Women, and Children), By Geography (North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa)

    ... has seen steady growth over the past few years owing to rising consumer awareness about environment and animal welfare. More millennial and generation Z consumers are opting for plant-based, eco-friendly footwear which are free from ... Read More

  • The Apparel Market in the India to 2029

    ... Indian apparel market grew by 8.3% to reach INR 6,996 billion, driven by shifting lifestyle preferences among the growing middle class, rising disposable incomes, and accelerated urbanization. The online apparel market in India grew by ... Read More

  • 2025 Shoe and Leather Repair Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... with forecasts for 2025 and 2029. The historical data utilizes in-depth survey results from companies in the Shoe and Leather Repair industry combined with country and regional economic, firmographic, and demographic data. Our analysts develop ... Read More

  • 2025 Men's Non-Athletic Footwear Retail Sales Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... 22 subregions, and 195 countries. Figures are from 2013 through 2024, with forecasts for 2025 and the next 5 years. The historical data utilizes in-depth survey results from companies with retail sales of men's non-athletic ... Read More

  • 2025 Children's Non-Athletic Footwear Retail Sales Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... 22 subregions, and 195 countries. Figures are from 2013 through 2024, with forecasts for 2025 and the next 5 years. The historical data utilizes in-depth survey results from companies with retail sales of children's non-athletic ... Read More

  • 2025 Women's Athletic Footwear Retail Sales Global Market Size & Growth Report with Updated Analysis & Forecasts

    ... 22 subregions, and 195 countries. Figures are from 2013 through 2024, with forecasts for 2025 and the next 5 years. The historical data utilizes in-depth survey results from companies with retail sales of women's athletic ... Read More

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