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Saks Global to cut around 5% of its US corporate staff

Mar 5, 2025 / United States
Saks Global is laying off about 5% of its US workforce, Bloomberg reported, as the department store continues to integrate its recent acquisition of Neiman Marcus

Portuguese Shoes campaign reaches 28 million people

Mar 4, 2025 / Portugal
Promoted by the Portuguese Footwear, Components, Leather Goods Manufacturers’ Association, the international advertising campaign for Portuguese Shoes reached around 28 million people worldwide in 2024

Ecco expands presence in India

Mar 4, 2025 / Denmark
The Danish footwear group has expanded its retail presence in the Indian market by opening three new stores in Mumbai and New Delhi. Ecco plans to have 25 stores in the country by 2026

Benjamin Majster (Last Engineers) envisions a future where footwear customisation becomes standard

Premium Content Mar 3, 2025 / France
We spoke to Benjamin Majster, CEO of Last Engineers, his French startup that focuses on delivering the “perfect fit” for shoe lasts. In part 1 of the interview, we talked about the fit issue, his solution and Last Engineers’ focus on customer satisfaction

Under Armour hires former Estée Lauder executive to lead its AI and analytics efforts

Mar 3, 2025 / United States
The sportswear company has appointed Liz Bacelar, the former executive director of global tech innovation at Estee Lauder, to lead its new artificial intelligence and advanced analytics division

More buyers at the last edition of Lineapelle

Mar 3, 2025 / Italy
Amid an “economic phase that still presents significant challenges”, the February edition of Lineapelle closed with a 7% increase in buyers compared to the previous edition in September

Strong full year 2024 for Alpargatas

Feb 28, 2025 / Brazil
The Brazilian company, which owns the Havaianas and Rothy’s brands, has reported a strong fiscal 2024, with significant increases in net sales and profitability

Shein seeks to reassure investors amid US policy changes

Feb 28, 2025 / United States
The China-based fast fashion giant has reported that it is experiencing strong growth. The reassurance came after US President Donald Trump first announced the end of the minimis rule

Rising domestic demand drives footwear production in Brazil

Feb 27, 2025 / Brazil
Footwear production increased by 3.5% last year, as compared to 2023, driven by rising domestic demand. Growth could have been higher without the “invasion” of imported shoes, says Abicalçados

Rocky Brands reports solid fourth quarter

Feb 27, 2025 / United States
The US-based footwear manufacturer has reported a solid fourth quarter in 2024, resulting in a minor drop in net sales for the full year. Overall, Rocky Brands is optimistic about near-term prospects

Zalando and Diane von Furstenberg announce exclusive partnership

Feb 26, 2025 / Germany
The Germany-based online multi-brand retailer has become the exclusive retail partner for the Belgian fashion designer Diane von Furstenberg (DVF) in Europe

Birkenstock posts a 19% revenue growth in the first quarter

Feb 26, 2025 / Germany
The German-based company has reported a first quarter revenue growth of 19% year-on-year on a reported and constant currency basis, driven by strong holiday demand across all segments, channels and categories

40 449 trade visitors at the last edition of MICAM and its sisters fairs

Feb 26, 2025 / Italy
MICAM Milano, Milano Fashion&Jewels, MIPEL and The One Milano ended their last editions with 40 449 trade visitors, 45% of whom were international, representing 127 countries

Caleres partners up with Favorite Daughter

Feb 25, 2025 / United States
The US-based footwear company has signed an exclusive licensing agreement to launch the first line of Favorite Daughter shoes, starting with the Fall 2025 season

Wolverine Worldwide inflects to growth

Feb 25, 2025 / United States
The US-based outdoor company has reported better-than-expected fourth quarter and full year results, as a result of a successfully implemented turnaround strategy
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