Leather Footwear Roared in April, Lifting Sectoral Export Growth of Bangladesh
April marked a strong month for the leather sector, with overall positive growth, led by the leather footwear sub-segment, which delivered an impressive 35% monthly growth—giving a much-needed push to the sector’s 2025 trajectory.
Key Highlights:
Leather Footwear led the charge with 35% growth vs. April 2024 and a solid 26% year-to-date (YTD) gain—cementing its position as the sector’s growth engine.
Finished Leather and Leather Goods continue to lag on a YTD basis. After a brief rebound in March, both segments dipped again in April, underlining the need for strategic realignment.
April’s performance reflects a sector of strength with emerging imbalances. While leather footwear is powering ahead, other sub-sectors need renewed focus to reach their potential. The road to sustained industry growth lies in diversification, innovation, and adaptive strategies across the value chain.
Source:
Export Promotion Bureau,
Bangladesh Export performance for Leather & Footwear 2024-25 July-April (provisional)