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French leather sector sees trade slowdown in first half of 2026

France’s leather sector recorded a slowdown in foreign trade during the first half of 2026, with imports falling 5% year-on-year to €6.5 billion and exports declining 2% to €9.2 billion. The weaker performance reflects softer demand across several major markets, although results varied significantly between sectors. Read More...

French leather sector reports mixed start to 2026

France's leather industry recorded mixed results during the first five months of 2026, with growth in the tanning and leather goods sectors offset by weaker performance in footwear and a declining raw hide and skin trade, according to the latest economic report from Alliance France Cuir. Read More...

French hide collection and trade shrinks in 2025

France's leather industry experienced a further contraction in raw hide collection and livestock availability during 2025, according to the latest 2025 Activities Monograph of the Leather Industries, published by the Alliance France Cuir Economic Observatory. Read More...