footwear
The Footwear category covers market trends, production data, and trade insights in the footwear industry. It explores manufacturing hubs, supply chain developments, exports, imports, and consumer demand, providing insights into sustainability, foreign investment, and technological advancements in shoe production.
Vietnam footwear exports see double digit month-on-month growth in April 2026
Vietnam exported footwear to the tune of US$2,216 million in April, up from US$1,951 million in March, a change of 13.59 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam footwear exports up 37.99% MoM in March 2026 / USA +35.66%, Netherlands +87.30%
Vietnam exported footwear to the tune of US$1,951 million in March, up from US$1,414 million in February, a change of 37.99 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam textile & footwear materials exports down 36.51% MoM in February 2026 / Cambodia -35.55%, Indonesia -40.19%
Vietnam exported textile and footwear materials to the tune of US$160 million in February, down from US$253 million in January, a change of -36.51 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam footwear exports down 30.98% MoM in February 2026 / USA -31.41%, China -6.33%
Vietnam exported footwear to the tune of US$1,414 million in February, down from US$2,048 million in January, a change of -30.98 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam Footwear Manufacturing 2026: Key Trends, Exports, and Opportunities
Vietnam footwear manufacturers count themselves as part of one of the biggest footwear manufacturing industries in the world. Trailing only India and China, this relatively small country exported footwear to the tune of US$19.94 billion in 2023, made for some of the most well-known footwear brands.
How to Manufacture Shoes in Vietnam 2026: Finding Suppliers & Other Key Considerations
Low-cost labour, a long history of footwear and apparel, and a broad drive among shoemakers and brands to diversify their supply chains has seen shoe manufacturing become a major industry in Vietnam. Getting shoes made in Vietnam for foreign firms and brands, however, is not always easy. From finding the right supplier to ensuring the right materials are used, and ensuring intellectual property protection, there are a myriad of considerations that need to be made.
Where are Adidas made in Vietnam 2026?
Adidas products made in Vietnam are produced in several provinces around the country. They are, however, mostly concentrated in the south, in and around Ho Chi Minh City. This is in part because of the dense population and access to one of Vietnam’s biggest ports but also because Ho Chi Minh City has a long history with garment and textile production. It’s also a key pillar of Vietnam’s footwear manufacturing industry.
Top Footwear Manufacturers in Vietnam 2026: Key Players & Global Brands
Vietnam’s thriving shoe industry caters to a diverse range of brands and styles, from athletic sneakers to high-end luxury footwear. But whereas footwear brands can choose to open their own factory in Vietnam, many choose not to and instead utilise Vietnam footwear manufacturers on a contractual basis. With this in mind, this is a list of some of the most well-known Vietnam footwear manufacturers.
Vietnam textile & footwear materials imports down 6.34% in January, China -1.35%, USA -7.44%
Vietnam imported textile and footwear materials to the tune of US$640 million in January, down from US$683 million in December, a change of -6.34 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Vietnam footwear exports down 6.85% in January MoM / USA -6.82% , Netherlands -1.54%
Vietnam exported footwear to the tune of US$2,048 million in January, down from US$2,199 million in December, a change of -6.85 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
How to Export Footwear from Vietnam 2026: Regulations, Procedures & More
Vietnam footwear manufacturers count themselves as part of one of the biggest footwear manufacturing industries in the world. In this light, there is a huge opportunity in buying and exporting Vietnamese footwear around the world. This can be very profitable but there are a few nuances to the process that foreign firms looking to export footwear from Vietnam should be mindful of.
Where are Nikes Made in Indonesia 2026? Factories, Footwear & Apparel
Nike products are manufactured in Indonesia primarily in West Java and Central Java, two of the country’s main industrial hubs. Key manufacturing zones include areas around Bandung, Cianjur, Karawang, and Semarang, where Nike’s supplier factories produce footwear, apparel, and equipment. These locations offer access to skilled labour, established infrastructure, and proximity to export ports, making them strategic sites in Nike’s global supply chain.
Where are Nikes Made in Vietnam 2026?
This article breaks down Nike products made in Vietnam and the footwear manufacturers making them by type and region providing a general overview of the structure of Nike operations in Vietnam.
Leather shoes and sandals production in Vietnam down 3.75 percent in December
Vietnam produced 34.00 million pairs of leather shoes and sandals in December, down 3.75 percent from 35.32 million pairs in November, according to the latest data from the National Statistics Office.
Footwear exports from Vietnam up 5.90 percent in December, to USA up 22.38 percent
Vietnam exported footwear to the tune of US$2,199 million in December, up from US$2,076 million in November, a change of 5.90 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Textile / footwear materials exports from Vietnam down 8.05 percent in November, Indonesia and Cambodia top buyers
Vietnam exported textile, leather and footwear materials and auxiliaries to the tune of US$ million in November, down from US$ million in October, a change of 0.00 percent, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Footwear exports from Vietnam up 18.99 percent in October, USA and Netherlands top buyers
Vietnam exported footwear to the tune of US$2,032 million in October, up 18.99 percent over September, according to preliminary data from Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year to date, Vietnam had exported US$19,827 million worth of footwear by the end of October.
Textile, footwear materials imports for Vietnam, up 13.98 percent month-on-month in September, China and USA top suppliers
Vietnam’s imports of textile, leather, and footwear materials and auxiliaries rose to US$661.94 million in September, up 13.98 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Footwear exports from Vietnam fall 14.4 percent in September 2025 amid sharp US slowdown
Vietnam exported footwear worth US$1.71 billion in September 2025, down 14.4 percent from August, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs.
Manufacturing: Vietnam’s footwear exports fall 9.04 percent in August 2025
Vietnam exported US$1.99 billion worth of footwear in August 2025, down 9.04 percent from July, according to Vietnam’s General Department of Customs. Year-to-date footwear exports reached US$16.08 billion, confirming the sector’s position as one of Vietnam’s leading manufacturing industries.
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