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Global footwear trade in 2024: China exports slow, US and Germany rebound in imports
China remained the top footwear exporter in 2024, with exports increasing in volume but decreasing in value. Meanwhile, Vietnam and Indonesia consolidated their positions with double-digit export growth. On the import side, the US and Germany reversed their import declines in 2023, which suggests a resurgence in global demand
Strong full year performance for 361 Degrees
The China-based activewear company has reported a strong performance for the full year 2024, with revenue and profits up by 19.6% and 19.5% respectively on the previous year
Shein seeks to reassure investors amid US policy changes
The China-based fast fashion giant has reported that it is experiencing strong growth. The reassurance came after US President Donald Trump first announced the end of the minimis rule
Call for Papers for the UITIC 2025 World Congress announced
The International Union of Shoe Industry Technicians (UITIC) has announced the Call for Papers for its 22nd World Congress, to be held in Shanghai from the 31st of August to the 3rd of September 2025
2024 will not significantly change the landscape of the world’s top footwear exporters
We have looked back at the data available so far on the performance of some of the world’s top footwear exporters in 2024. Unsurprisingly, Asian countries continue to dominate, but China has slowed. In Europe, we highlight the performance of Spain with consistent growth in value and volume of exports
US footwear industry voices concern over new tariffs from Trump administration
President Trump signed executive orders on Saturday to impose broad tariffs on products, including footwear, from the nation’s three largest trading partners, Canada, Mexico and China
361 Degrees reports e-commerce sales up by 30-35% in the fourth quarter
The China-based activewear company has reported strong fourth quarter figures in its latest trading update. E-commerce sales stand out with 30-35% year-on-year growth
Sergio Dulio: all UITIC gatherings are unforgettable, but the next congress will set new standards
We spoke to Sergio Dulio, President of the International Union of Shoe Industry Technicians (UITIC), to learn more about the next UITIC Congress in late August and early September 2025 in Shanghai, China. During our interview, Dulio delves into the significance of the event, its theme and what attendees can look forward to
Third quarter update from 361 Degrees
The Chinese-based activewear company has released a third quarter operational update for the third quarter of the year, reporting consistent growth during the period
UITIC unveils theme and programme for next Congress
The 22nd edition of the UITIC Congress will be held in Shanghai in August 2025, focusing on the footwear industry’s competitiveness and sustainability in an age of artificial intelligence
China and Pakistan sign milestone leather industry agreement
The Pakistan Tanners Association (PTA) and the China Leather Industry Association (CLIA) have signed a memorandum of understanding, marking a new chapter in the Sino-Pak leather industry cooperation
Temu’s owner warns of slowing growth ahead
The Chinese e-commerce group PDD Holdings has reported a strong performance in the second quarter of 2024. However, it has also warned of challenges ahead as growth slowed on a quarter-on-quarter basis
Allbirds strengthens partnership with the Chinese Belle Fashion Group
The Californian-based sustainable footwear brand has announced that Belle Fashion Group has been appointed its exclusive distributor and licensee in mainland China, Macau and Taiwan
Brazilian footwear industry concerned by surging Chinese imports
The warning comes from Abicalçados. The surge in Chinese footwear imports is causing concern for the Brazilian footwear industry, which continues to see a steady decline in exports-
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