In 2023, Belgium leads the European market in sports footwear exports with rubber or plastic outer soles and textile uppers, capturing a 37.21% share, despite a decline of 2.75% from the previous year. Germany and France follow with 24.35% and 12.94% shares, respectively. Notable increases in share were observed in Poland (10.96%), Sweden (11.43%), and Luxembourg (19.98%). In contrast, Portugal experienced a significant drop to zero, and Spain saw a decline of 29.68%.
Future trends to monitor include the continued expansion of Eastern European countries like Poland and Slovakia, which are gaining market share. Observing shifts in share among leading exporters, emerging eco-friendly production methods, and changing consumer preferences will be crucial for understanding the evolving dynamics in this sector.
Top countries in Export of Sports Footwear with Rubber or Plastic Outer Soles and Textile Uppers Share by Country (Units (Pairs))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Belgium | 37.21 | 2023 | +1.42% | -2.75% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Germany | 24.35 | 2023 | -5.83% | -2.74% | View data |
| 3 | 3 France | 12.94 | 2023 | +4.28% | +4.75% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Netherlands | 6.45 | 2023 | +3.9% | +0.92% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Poland | 6.35 | 2023 | +6.11% | +10.96% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Slovakia | 1.84 | 2023 | +2.45% | +0.82% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Sweden | 1.52 | 2023 | +7.58% | +11.43% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 1.42 | 2023 | +11.55% | +7.24% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Austria | 1.37 | 2023 | +3.6% | +7.42% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Luxembourg | 1.35 | 2023 | +2.96% | +19.98% | View data |
