FDRA Warns New Tariffs and Rising Costs Will Shape Footwear in 2026
FDRA is putting a sharp, public frame around pressures that many footwear companies are already feeling. New tariffs,…
Footwear Industry
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10 Footwear Myths Still Shaping the Industry
Footwear remains one of the least transparent categories in fashion and athletic apparel. Its core drivers such as…
Sustainable Footwear Market to Reach USD 15.9 Billion by 2032 Fueled by Eco Innovation
A new era of sustainable shoes is gaining traction worldwide as regulation and tech and consumer demand drive…
75% of Consumers Say Shoe Prices Are Rising, FDRA Survey Shows, Tarrifs To Blame
As the holidays approach and consumer wallets tighten, a new survey commissioned by the Footwear Distributors & Retailers…
Footwear Industry Explained and Its Global Market Identity
From sport sneakers to luxury heels the global footwear industry unites tradition innovation and fashion as one of…
Steve Madden Seeks to Break Adidas’s Stripe Stronghold
In a high-profile legal confrontation shaking up the footwear industry, Steve Madden has filed a lawsuit against Adidas,…
Birkenstock Opens 10th US Store in Nashville
Birkenstock, the iconic German footwear brand renowned for its ergonomic designs and commitment to foot health, has opened…