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Flite names Sanya Malhotra brand ambassador, launches festive footwear range

Flite, the family fashion footwear brand from Relaxo Footwears, has unveiled Bollywood actor Sanya Malhotra as its new face. The announcement comes with the launch of a fresh festive and wedding collection, giving consumers stylish choices for every celebration. The campaign is supported by a 360-degree marketing blitz that highlights confidence, individuality, and stepping ahead with […]

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US Tariffs Hit India’s Footwear Supply Chain: IFCOMA Seeks Urgent Relief for MSMEs

The Indian footwear industry is bracing for the ripple effects of recent U.S. tariff measures, with small and medium component manufacturers warning of a survival crisis. According to the Indian Footwear Components Manufacturers Association (IFCOMA), the burden of penal duties on finished footwear is being pushed down the supply chain, leaving MSME suppliers to absorb […]

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Reciprocal Tariffs Rattle India’s Leather Industry, But Optimism Persists: Puran Dawar Weighs In

By Amit Chopra | Industry Report As global trade tensions simmer and reciprocal tariffs take center stage, India’s leather sector finds itself at a critical juncture. Industry veteran Puran Dawar, President of the Agra Footwear Manufacturers and Exporters Chamber (AFMEC) and Regional Chairman (North) of CLE, shared his candid perspective on the evolving situation and […]

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US Tariffs on Vietnam Could Upend Nike and Sportswear Giants

Global sportswear giants like Nike and Adidas could face a major setback as the U.S. government considers imposing tariffs on Vietnamese imports, potentially shaking up their supply chains and pricing strategies. Vietnam has become a key manufacturing hub for sports apparel, with Nike producing half of its footwear and over a quarter of its apparel […]

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National Footwear Components Exhibition Kicks Off April 2nd, Attracting Shoe Industry Leaders

Agra: The Indian Footwear Component Manufacturers Association (IFCOMA), which has been a key player in advancing India’s footwear component sector for over two decades, is set to host the 58th edition of the National Footwear Components Exhibition, ‘Shoe Tech’ and the 9th edition in Agra. The two-day event will take place on April 2nd and 3rd at Hotel Madhu Resorts […]

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Brazilian Footwear Exports Reach $174.23 Million in Early 2024, gain from strong dollar at the start of the year

In the first two months of 2025, Brazilian footwear exports showed solid growth, with shipments totaling 21 million pairs worth $174.23 million, up 14.7% in volume and 2.7% in revenue compared to the same period in 2024. The uptick is partly due to favorable exchange rates, which allowed Brazilian exporters to sell at competitive prices […]

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