The market for branded rugged and hiking footwear rose by 7.4% last year to $ 5,279 million from $4,917 million in 2018, including 10.6% growth in the U.S. and 4.9% growth in the rest of the world. The market grew at a higher rate in terms of local currencies, and the U.S. and international numbers would have been similar if the dollar had not appreciated by 5.4% against the euro, while gaining ground against other currencies as well.

In fact, the market enjoyed good momentum overall, considering that it had risen by 6.6% in 2018, with an increase of just 6.4% ... Log in to view full article.