In 2024, Italy dominates the European sold production of leather-based apparel, holding a staggering 90.45% market share. France and Portugal lag far behind with 1.51% and 0.97%, respectively. The remaining countries, including Poland, Romania, Bulgaria, and others, hold minor shares under 1%. Year-over-year trends to 2023 show declines in major markets like Italy, Poland, and Portugal, whereas Greece bucks the trend with a notable increase. Romania, Austria, and Croatia exhibit significant downturns in their respective shares.
Future trends to watch include potential shifts in production to countries with lower operating costs and increasing emphasis on sustainable leather production. The resilience of Italian dominance will be particularly interesting as other countries attempt to capture greater shares of the market through innovation and strategic investments.
Top countries in Sold Production of Leather-Based or Leather Apparel Articles Share by Country (Units (Items))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Italy | 90.45 | 2023 | +23.93% | -5% | View data |
| 2 | 2 France | 1.51 | 2021 | +8.49% | -4.94% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Portugal | 0.97 | 2023 | +4.89% | -1.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Poland | 0.61 | 2023 | -7.25% | -1.65% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Romania | 0.25 | 2023 | -39.35% | -27.27% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Bulgaria | 0.13 | 2023 | +2.71% | +0.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 Spain | 0.12 | 2021 | -44.32% | -30.01% | View data |
| 8 | 8 Greece | 0.058 | 2023 | +23.78% | +9.64% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Finland | 0.045 | 2023 | +11.12% | -10.55% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Croatia | 0.01 | 2023 | -65.6% | -36.12% | View data |
