Leather & Related Products - Worldwide

Value added in the Leather & Related Products market is projected to amount to US$44.9bn in 2024.
A compound annual growth rate of 1.76% is expected (CAGR 2024–2029).
The value added per capita in the Leather & Related Products market is projected to amount to US$5.8 in 2024.
The value added margin in the Leather & Related Products market is projected to amount to 39% in 2024.
Output in the Leather & Related Products market is projected to amount to US$114.0bn in 2024.
A compound annual growth rate of 1.29% is expected (CAGR 2024–2029).
The output per enterprise in the Leather & Related Products market is projected to amount to US$1.4m in 2024.
The manufacturing intensity in the Leather & Related Products market is projected to amount to 0.1% in 2024.
The number of enterprises in the Leather & Related Products market is projected to amount to 81.15k in 2024.
A compound annual growth rate of 2.25% is expected (CAGR 2024–2029).
The enterprise density in the Leather & Related Products market is projected to amount to 10 in 2024.
The number of employees in the Leather & Related Products market is projected to amount to 6.08m in 2024.
A compound annual growth rate of 2.31% is expected (CAGR 2024–2029).
The employment rate in the Leather & Related Products market is projected to amount to 0.08% in 2024.
The labor efficiency in the Leather & Related Products market is projected to amount to US$18.8k in 2024.
The labor productivity in the Leather & Related Products market is projected to amount to US$7.4k in 2024.

Definition:

The Leather & Related Products market encompasses businesses engaged in the production of leather, as well as the manufacturing of a wide range of leather products such as footwear, handbags, belts, wallets, and other accessories. The leather production process involves the treatment and processing of animal hides to produce high-quality leather materials. This includes tanning, dyeing, and finishing. The market is an important sector of the global economy, providing both functional and fashionable products that are in high demand across the world.

Additional information:

The market comprises value added, output, number of enterprises, number of employees, and the respective growth rates. Output refers to the total value of all goods produced, whereas value added is the sum of the intermediate stages of production or, in other words, the wealth created by industry activity. The market only displays B2B production.

Tanning and dressing of leather
Dressing and dyeing of fur
Luggage, handbags and the like, saddlery and harness
Imitation leathers or leather substitutes
Footwear
Other categories listed within ISIC Division 15 as "included"

Leather apparel
Imitation leather not based on natural leather
Other categories listed within ISIC Division 15 as "excluded"

The manufacturing market has faced several challenges in recent years due to geopolitical uncertainty, supply chain disruptions, changing consumer preferences, and increasing regulatory scrutiny. However, several positive factors, such as rising global demand, ongoing technological advancements, and increasing investment in automation and digitalization, continue to influence the market, and the outlook for manufacturing remains positive.

While the Covid-19 pandemic has caused significant hardships for manufacturers, those that invested in digitalization and automation of their processes will be best positioned for long-term success. Manufacturers who can effectively balance cost pressures and maintain a strong focus on quality are likely to survive the current crisis and come out more resilient in the end.

Among the factors that could affect the manufacturing market in 2023 is the adoption of advanced technology, such as artificial intelligence, robotics, and the Internet of Things (IoT), which have the potential to improve overall efficiency and productivity while reducing costs.

Furthermore, our analysts believe that sustainability and environmental awareness will become increasingly important trends, as more investors and consumers prefer companies that prioritize these values and develop eco-friendly products.

Finally, geopolitical factors such as trade tensions and changes in government policies could also impact the manufacturing market in 2023, with the Russia-Ukraine war having the biggest impact.

In summary, the current environment presents both challenges and opportunities for the manufacturing market in 2023. However, with the right managerial strategies and high flexibility, companies can succeed and strengthen their long-term market position.

Data coverage:

The data encompasses B2B. Figures are based on the value added in the manufacturing market.

Modeling approach:

Market sizes are determined through a bottom-up approach, building on specific predefined factors for each market. As a basis for evaluating markets, we use resources from the Statista platform as well as annual financial reports of the market-leading companies and industry associations, third-party studies and reports, national statistical offices, international institutions, and the experience of our analysts. In addition, we use relevant key market indicators and data from country-specific associations, such as GDP, consumer spending, and consumer price index.

Forecasts:

In our forecasts, we apply diverse forecasting techniques. The selection of forecasting techniques is based on the behavior of the relevant market. For example, the S-curve function and exponential trend smoothing are well suited for forecasting the manufacturing market due to the non-linear growth of this market.

Additional notes:

The data is modeled using current exchange rates. The impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the Russia-Ukraine war are considered at a country-specific level. The market is updated twice a year.

This report presents a comprehensive analysis and additional information on the Industrial market, in a PDF format.

Before becoming one of the major products in the global market as we know it nowadays, leather was used by our ancient ancestors. Far from making bags, wallets or shoes out of it, the first women and men used the skins of the animals they hunted as protection against cold and external dangers. The treatment of leather gradually improved until it became a real commodity, and leather goods have now become an essential part of our consumption habits.