Eyewear Industry Posts Resilience Amid Trade Headwinds

At the Mido trade show that closed Feb. 2 in Milan, eyewear executives reported resilience despite a fragile fashion market, with 42,000 visitors and more than 1,200 exhibiting brands. Italian association Anfao estimates 2025 sales at €5.64 billion, flat year-over-year, while exports fell 3.9% to just over €5 billion—U.S. exports plunged 33.3% amid tariffs—spurring regional shifts and industry consolidation.
Key Points
- 1Reports show 2025 eyewear sales at €5.64B; exports down 3.9% to just over €5B.
- 2Notes US exports plunged 33.3% in 2025 amid tariffs, reshaping regional performance.
- 3Indicates consolidation and growth opportunities in Europe and Asia; independent brands gaining market share.
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