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  • In 2024, the revenue generated in the Footwear market of GCC amounts to US$5.1bn.
  • It is projected that the market will experience an annual growth rate of 0.89% (CAGR 2024-2029).
  • The largest segment in the market is Boots, with a market volume of US$1.8bn in 2024.
  • When viewed globally, China generates the most revenue in the Footwear market, with a projected amount of US$118bn in 2024.
  • In relation to the total population figures, the per person revenue in GCC is expected to be US$84.56 in 2024.
  • It is expected that the volume of the Footwear market will increase to 160.7m pairs by 2029.
  • Additionally, the market is expected to show a growth rate of -0.6% in 2025.0.
  • The average volume per person in the market is anticipated to be 2.67pairs in 2024.
  • Furthermore, by 2024, 89% of sales in the Footwear market will be attributable to Non-Luxury.
  • The GCC region's footwear market is shifting towards sustainable and eco-friendly materials to meet the growing demand for environmentally conscious products.

Definition:

The Footwear market comprises all kinds of shoes that are designed and intended for a variety of activities. This market includes athletic, casual, formal, and other town footwear but excludes work and safety shoes. Depending on their purpose and function, these shoes are made from leather, textile, plastic, rubber, and/or wood materials. The market covers women’s, men’s, and children’s footwear. Just like the Apparel market, the Footwear market is currently being shaped by a tremendous change in customer purchase habits. The upswing in e-commerce store concepts is putting significant pressure on stationary retail stores.

Structure:

The market is divided into Sneakers, Running, Gym & Training, Boots, Business & Formal, Sandals. Sneakers are defined as everyday footwear with an athletic appearance.Running shoes are specifically designed to provide support, cushioning, and stability for running activities. Gym & Training footwear includes shoes designed for various indoor and outdoor training activities, offering versatile support and flexibility for weightlifting, cardio workouts, CrossFit, and other fitness routines. Boots encompass a wide range of styles, including ankle boots, knee-high boots, and hiking boots, designed for durability and protection across various terrains and weather conditions. Business & Formal footwear includes shoes designed for professional and formal occasions, featuring polished leather shoes, classic oxfords, loafers, and dress shoes that complement business attire and evening wear. Sandals are open-toe footwear providing breathability and comfort in warm weather, including casual flip-flops, elegant strappy sandals, and supportive walking sandals suitable for everyday wear and special occasions.

Additional Information:

The market comprises revenue and average revenue per capita, volume and average volume per capita, price per unit (per pair), luxury revenue share, and sales channels. The sales channel Online refers to the purchase of physical goods in online retail. In other words, the purchase is concluded via the internet, be it on a desktop PC, tablet, or smartphone. The distribution channel Offline covers all purchases in stationary stores, by telesales, or via mail order (e.g., print catalogs).

Key players in the market include companies that have the biggest share in the Footwear market such as Nike, Adidas, New Balance, Skechers, and Puma.

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In-Scope

  • Boots
  • Running
  • Gym & training
  • Sandals
  • Business & Formal footwear
  • "Athleisure" footwear (everyday shoes with athletic design)
  • Other town footwear

Out-Of-Scope

  • Work and safety shoes
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Study Details

    Revenue

    Notes: Data was converted from local currencies using average exchange rates of the respective year.

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Most recent update: Mar 2024

    Sources: Statista Market Insights, Annual reports of key players, Desk research, Statista Consumer Insights Global

    Notes: The chart “Comparable Estimates” shows the forecasted development of the selected market from different sources. Please see the additional information for methodology and publication date.

    Most recent update: Feb 2023

    Volume

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

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    Key Players

    Most recent update: Mar 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Price

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

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    Sales Channels

    Most recent update: Mar 2024

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    Product Types

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

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    Global Comparison

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

    Analyst Opinion

    The overall outlook for the fashion industry remains positive as the share of the apparel and footwear portfolio is expected to decline only slightly, leading to enormous overall growth potential. The most important driver for the global footwear market is the increasing importance of emerging markets not only as production sites but also as consumer markets. This indicates a strong impetus for producers and retailers to diversify their geographical presence to enable further growth. Additionally, the athleisure trend that combines comfort with chic and has elevated functional sportswear to coveted fashion statements is bound to continue.

    Methodology

    Data coverage:

    Data encompasses B2C enterprises. Figures are based on the consumer spending on footwear which comprises Sneakers, Athletic Footwear, Leather Footwear, and Textile & Other Footwear segments that are produced for private end customers for both offline retail (department stores, traditional specialist shops) and online retail (e-commerce, ordering by catalog).

    Modeling approach / Market size:

    Market sizes are determined by a combined Top-Down and Bottom-Up approach, based on a specific rationale for each market segment. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform, national statistics, industry research, market data from independent databases and third-party sources, historical developments, current trends, reported performance indicators from the key market players, and Statista interviews with market experts. Next we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations such as GDP, consumer spending, consumer price index, and population. This data helps us to estimate the market size for each country individually.

    Forecasts:

    In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the particular market. For example, the exponential trend smoothing illustrates suited forecasting for the Footwear market with projected steady growth. The main drivers are GDP per capita and consumer spending per capita.

    Additional Notes:

    The market is updated twice per year in case market dynamics change. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level.

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    Key Market Indicators

    Notes: Based on data from IMF, World Bank, UN and Eurostat

    Most recent update: Sep 2024

    Source: Statista Market Insights

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    Global footwear market - statistics & facts

    The global footwear market is a multi-billion U.S. dollar industry. A part of the clothing and apparel industry, the footwear market is comprised of shoes, sneakers, luxury footwear, athletic footwear, and sporting shoes, as well as other related goods. Footwear products are commonly made of leather, textile, and a range of synthetic materials. In 2023, the revenue of the global footwear market was estimated to be worth almost 400 billion U.S. dollars.
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