#524 How Global Conflict Is Driving Footwear Costs

How are current geopolitical tensions and rising oil prices reshaping the footwear industry? In this episode of Shoe In Show, Matt Priest, Andy Polk, and Gary Raines delve into how the ongoing war with Iran affects costs throughout the supply chain, from raw materials to retail prices. They explore the urgent implications of behavioral economics, tariff realities, and production challenges facing suppliers. Listeners will gain insights into managing costs and expectations amidst uncertainty, making this a must-listen for anyone in the footwear business. FDRA Members: Reach out to info@fdra.org for a link to the report. With special guest: Gary Raines, Chief Economist, FDRA Hosted by: Matt Priest, President & CEO, FDRA and Andy Polk, Senior Vice President, FDRA

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#524 How Global Conflict Is Driving Footwear Costs is an episode from Shoe-In by Paula Bellenoit.

This episode is 29:04 long.

This episode was published on Apr 6, 2026.

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