Italy’s footwear industry is showing early signs of stabilisation, with 2025 turnover projected at €12.8 billion (~$15.1 billion), down 3.1 per cent year on year.
Third-quarter performance improved, easing the earlier downturn.
Export volumes rose despite lower values, led by the EU and Middle East, while domestic demand remained subdued and employment pressures persisted.Italy’s footwear industry is showing early signs of stabilisation, with 2025 turnover projected at €12.8 billion (~$15.1 billion), down 3.1 per cent year on year.
Third-quarter performance improved, easing the earlier downturn.
Export volumes rose despite lower values, led by the EU and Middle East, while domestic demand remained subdued and employment pressures persisted.
Italy’s footwear sector sees stabilisation as 2025 turnover dips 3.1%
