In 2023, Germany led the European export of footwear with a share of 19.31% units, followed by Belgium and the Netherlands. Belgium, however, saw a notable decline of 4.57%, whereas Poland experienced a significant growth of 5.26%. Notably, Greece recorded the highest year-on-year growth at 19.1%, while Luxembourg showed a remarkable 21.73% increase. On the other hand, Slovakia experienced the largest decline, losing 7.48% of its share. These variations highlight the dynamic nature of the European footwear export market.
Future trends to watch include possible shifts in production hubs driven by economic or geopolitical changes, potential changes in trade policies affecting tariffs, and increased emphasis on sustainability, which may impact production and export strategies across Europe. Countries with growing exports, like Poland and Greece, may continue to expand their market share if current trends persist.
Top countries in Export of Footwear Share by Country (Units (Pairs))
| # | 10 Countries | Percent | Last Year | YoY | 5-years CAGR | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 Germany | 19.31 | 2023 | +9.49% | +4.46% | View data |
| 2 | 2 Belgium | 11.18 | 2023 | +2.33% | -4.57% | View data |
| 3 | 3 Netherlands | 9.87 | 2023 | +4.92% | +0.76% | View data |
| 4 | 4 Italy | 9.66 | 2023 | +1.47% | -1.26% | View data |
| 5 | 5 Spain | 8.36 | 2023 | +4.8% | +1.17% | View data |
| 6 | 6 Poland | 6.98 | 2023 | +4.24% | +5.26% | View data |
| 7 | 7 France | 6.5 | 2023 | +5.61% | +1.73% | View data |
| 8 | 8 United Kingdom | 4.46 | 2023 | -2.24% | +1.56% | View data |
| 9 | 9 Greece | 4.34 | 2023 | +26.5% | +19.1% | View data |
| 10 | 10 Portugal | 3.85 | 2023 | +2.76% | -1.98% | View data |
