Domestic footwear imports decreased by approximately 23% between January and May 2026; in Guanajuato the reduction was 35% The competitiveness of
Domestic footwear imports decreased by approximately 23% between January and May 2026; in Guanajuato the reduction was 35%
The competitiveness of Guanajuato’s industry strengthens, while the Fashion Cluster contributes 7.5% of the State’s GDP
Leon/Gto News
The decrease in footwear imports in Mexico represents an opportunity to strengthen the competitiveness of the national industry and consolidate the growth of one of the most important productive sectors in Guanajuato.
Between January and May 2026, domestic footwear imports exceeded $722 million, representing a decrease of approximately 23% compared to the same period of the previous year. In Guanajuato, the reduction was 35%, reflecting a more favorable environment for the development of the local industry.
Under the vision of Governor Libia Dennise García Muñoz Ledo, the People’s Government promotes actions that strengthen the competitiveness of strategic sectors, generate conditions for the growth of companies and promote more opportunities for the people of Guanajuato.
The reduction in imports is mainly observed in Mexico’s main shoe supplier countries:
- China registered a 60% decrease
- Vietnam, 10%
- Indonesia, 7%
- In 2025 these three countries accounted for 81% of national footwear imports
- Between January and May 2026 their share decreased to 75%
The decrease in imports, particularly from Asia, is a result of the national trade policy, which fosters a more balanced competitive environment for the Mexican footwear industry and opens up greater opportunities for manufacturing companies.
The Guanajuato Fashion Cluster, comprised of the leather, footwear, textile, and apparel industries, continues to solidify its position as one of the State’s main economic drivers.
The fashion sector in Guanajuato:
- Contributes 7.5% of the State’s Gross Domestic Product
- Consists of 19,551 economic units
- Of that total, 6,225 economic units correspond to the leather and footwear sector, dedicated to the tanning and finishing of leather and hides, as well as the manufacture of footwear and derived products
- The Fashion Cluster generates 150,777 jobs
- More than 108,454 belong to the leather and footwear sector
The People’s Government, through the Secretary of Economy, will continue to promote strategies that strengthen the competitiveness of the industry, promote the growth of Guanajuatense companies and generate more opportunities for the families of the State.
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