United States
E-commerce led the way on US Black Friday
US retail sales were up by 3.4% on Black Friday compared to the same day last year, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse, driven by a significant 14.6% increase in online sales
Mango reaches US expansion goals ahead of schedule
The Spanish fashion group has reached its goal of having 40 of its stores in the US by the end of 2024 ahead of schedule and even plans to surpass it with 42 stores open by the end of the year
Nike promotes Treasure Heinle to Chief Human Resources Officer
The sportswear giant has announced that Treasure Heinle, currently Chief Talent Officer, will succeed Monique Matheson as Chief Human Resources Officer. Matheson will retire after 26 years with Nike
US footwear prices rise amid economic uncertainty
Tariffs and inflation continue to shape US footwear pricing, as October data revealed mixed trends, with increased men's and children's footwear prices, while prices for women's shoes declined
Capri reshuffles Michael Kors leadership team
Capri’s CEO John D. Idol will assume the additional role of CEO of Michael Kors, succeeding Cedric Wilmotte. Philippa Newman has been promoted to Chief Product Officer of the brand
Third quarter net sales fall at Shoe Carnival despite strong back-to-school season
The US-based retailer has reported a 4.1% year-on-year fall in net sales in the third quarter, hit by a shift in the retail calendar, two hurricanes that disrupted many of its stores and prolonged warm weather that delayed boot season
Wolverine Worldwide opens innovation hub in Boston
The US-based company, which owns brands such as Merrell and Saucony, has opened an innovation hub in Boston to accelerate product design and development, as part of its wider transformation strategy
AAFA calls on ILA and USMX to resume negotiations
The trade body is calling on the ILA and the USMX to negotiate to avoid a strike that would further disrupt the East and Gulf Coast ports in an already challenging global supply chain environment
Caleres appoints SVP of New York brands
The US-based footwear company has appointed Nancy Bitetto as Senior Vice President of New York Brands to accelerate growth and expand profitability across its brand portfolio
Skechers to accelerate growth in Europe with new expanded distribution centre
The US-based footwear company has announced that it is moving its European distribution centre to a larger, single facility in Liège, Belgium. The aim is to support growth in Europe
US Consumer Confidence recovers in October
October marked broad improvements in consumer sentiment across age and income groups, with expectations for economic growth exceeding thresholds that typically signal recession concerns
Ross Stores announces Jim Conroy as its new Chief Executive Officer
James Conroy, a seasoned retail executive, will assume the CEO role at Ross Stores on the 2nd of February 2025. The current CEO, Barbara Rentler, will transition to an advisory role until March 2027
FDRA calls for tariff reform following US election
FDRA President Matt Priest seeks to dialogue with the Trump administration to address tariffs on footwear goods, aiming to reduce household expenses and protect over 300,000 jobs in all 50 US states
OrthoLite strengthens global operations with new hires
The US-based insole manufacturer has appointed Raj Santhana as its new vice president of operational excellence and promoted Shaw Kiat Phua to vice president of global foaming
Retail Flash: insights from key footwear markets
Explore the main retail trends in France, Germany, Japan, the UK, the US and Spain from our Retail Flash reports, highlighting a mix of recovery, persistent challenges and cautious optimism in global markets. In particular, while France and Germany continue to struggle, the US and Spain show signs of retail optimism-
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