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Leather Goods Prices to Rise Due to Tariffs and Supply Chain Disruptions

Published January 8, 2026, 08:16
Leather Goods Prices to Rise Due to Tariffs and Supply Chain Disruptions

Leather goods prices are expected to increase significantly in 2025 due to imposed tariffs and disruptions in supply chains. Analysts predict a rise of up to 22% in boots, bags, and furniture. The footwear company Twisted X immediately felt the impact of the tariffs imposed by President Trump, forcing it to create a “tariff war room” to manage rising costs and fluctuations in profit margins. The production process of leather goods is complex and involves numerous shipments between countries. Leather is often shipped from the US to other countries for processing and then returned to the US as a finished product. Tariffs at each stage increase the overall cost. The Federation of Industry Employers (OEB) strongly disagrees with the level of the minimum wage, warning of cascading effects on the economy, such as rising prices and sustainability problems for businesses. The cost for the employer, including contributions, reaches 1,255 euros per month.