United States
Spanish footwear exports down by 1%
According to FICE, the Federation of Spanish Footwear Industries, the value of footwear exports has fallen in the first trimester of the year, compared to similar period in 2016. Volume of exports up by 3.4%
Caleres announces sales growth
The US-based footwear giant reported increasing sales for the first quarter of 2017 (+8%). Based on the results for the period the company decided to maintain the guidance for fiscal 2017
Wolverine to license Stride Rite to Vida Shoes
The US-based footwear giant announced it has agreed to enter into a global, multi-year licensing agreement of the Stride Rite brand to Vida Shoes International
Stable sales at DSW
The Ohio-based footwear and accessories retailer, announced financial results for the thirteen week period ended on the 29th of April. First quarter sales increased by 1.4%
Sue Rechner new Merrell’s President
She will report directly to the Wolverine Outdoor and Lifestyle Group President, Todd Spaletto, who recently joined Wolverine Worldwid from The North Face
Declining sales by Genesco
The Tennessee-based group has announced sales down by 1% during the first quarter of the year, as a result of numerous challenges
Skechers named Mainstream Women’s Brand of the Year
The distinction occurred as part of the 2017 Drapers Footwear Awards. Skechers was also recently awarded Brand of the Year during the 2017 Footwear Industry Awards in February
Wolverine’s results beat expectations
The US-based group has announced the result for the quarter. Although revenue declined, the company is satisfied with the results and with the acceleration of the Wolverine Way Forward program
Coach acquires Kate Spade & Company
The New York-based design house of luxury accessories and lifestyle brands announced it has signed a definitive agreement to acquire Kate Spade & Company
Coach’s results in line with expectations
The New York-based design house of modern luxury accessories and lifestyle brands, reported sales decline of 4% on a reported basis and 3% on a constant currency basis. Net earnings were up slightly
Declining sales at Shoe Carnival
The US-based retailer of footwear and accessories announced comparable stores sales results for the first fiscal quarter ended on the 29th of April and an updated outlook for annual net sales
Vans launches 8th annual design competition
In partnership with Journeys, LCAD (Laguna College of Art + Design) and Americans for the Arts, Blick Art Materials, Vans opened up public voting for its 8th annual Custom Culture Design Competition
Revenue up by 7% at Under Armour
The growth in revenue, generated by both the wholesale and the direct-to-consumer segments, gives the company a good start into the new fiscal year
Executive changes at DSW
The Ohio-based branded footwear and accessories retailer has announced new executive appointments
Wolverine with drop in revenue
The US-based footwear giant underlined that results were in line with the original outlook, despite the falls registered in their revenue. Store closures registered in 2016 will continue in the new fiscal year-
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