In 2023, Italy imported approximately 24.894 million kilograms of sports footwear with outer soles of rubber, plastics, and uppers of textile materials. The forecast for 2024 projects an increase to 25.526 million kilograms, continuing to rise steadily through to 2028, reaching 28.029 million kilograms. Year-on-year growth percentages are consistent, with a noticeable upward trend. The Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) from 2023 to 2028 is healthy, reflecting gradual market expansion and increasing demand.
Future trends to watch for include potential influences from fashion trends, shifts in athletic and casual lifestyle preferences, and sustainability and innovation in material technologies affecting import levels and consumer demand dynamics.
