Footwear Production in Russia Decreased by 12.4% in the First Half of 2026

In January-June 2026, footwear production in Russia fell by 12.4% compared to the previous year, totaling 97.6 million pairs. The production of shoes dropped by 36.5% (to 4 million pairs), boots by 13.6% (to 10.1 million pairs), and slippers by 9.9% (to 46.5 million pairs). At the same time, footwear imports increased by 3.5% to 200.9 million pairs, attributed to the entry of Chinese suppliers into Russian marketplaces. Alexander Andrunakovich, the CEO of the Russian Union of Tanners and Shoemakers, noted that many enterprises are reducing production or closing down, making way for imported footwear. Russian manufacturers are unable to provide the necessary volume and variety due to high material and logistics costs. Sales of clothing and footwear fell by 11% in 2025, and from January to May 2026, the number of purchases decreased by 10%. The decline in consumer sentiment is confirmed by a Gallup survey, which found that 56% of Russians reported a decrease in their standard of living, a record high in 20 years. Economic pessimism reached 60%. More than 40% of Russian enterprises are cutting personnel costs due to economic stagnation.

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