Companies
Nordstrom goes private
The Seattle-based retailer has announced that the brothers Erik and Pete Nordstrom, along with other members of the family, have completed the acquisition of Nordstrom in partnership with El Puerto de Liverpool
VF Corp reports fourth quarter results
The US-based company has reported fourth quarter revenue in line with guidance, driven by the performance of The North Face and Timberland brands. It has also exceeded operating income guidance
adidas confirms data breach following cyberattack
The German sportswear giant was the victim of a cyberattack targeting its customers’ personal information. However, their credit card or other payment-related data was not accessed
Capri Holdings posts wider net loss in the fourth quarter
The US-based luxury group posted a wider net loss in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025 as it continues to execute initiatives aimed at returning to growth. The upcoming sale of Versace is expected to help reduce debt
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Terence Reilly appointed Chief Brand Officer at Crocs
Crocs has promoted Terence Reilly to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer. He is now responsible for marketing and communications for both the Crocs and Heydude brands
Strong full year 2025 for Deckers
The US-based company reported full year 2025 results, with net sales increasing by 16.3% year-on-year. This was driven by strong performance from both the Hoka and Ugg brands
Authentic Brands Group expands its portfolio with Dockers acquisition
The US-based brand management group has announced that it will acquire the Dockers brand from Levi Strauss & Co. for 311 million USD. The transaction is expected to be finalised in the third quarter
Darren Mckoy (ex-Dr Martens) joins Timberland
VF Corp's group brand Timberland has named Darren Mckoy as its new Global Vice President of Product Design & Creative Direction
Sales down by 2.4% at Geox
Italian-based company Geox S.p.A. presented its results for the first quarter of 2025, with consolidated sales for the first three months of 2025 amounting to 189.0 million euros, down by 2.4% compared to the previous year
On reports strong first quarter results
The Swiss sportswear company has reported a strong first quarter, with growth across all channels, regions and segments. As a result, the company has raised its full year net sales outlook
Merrell and Saucony drive growth for Wolverine Worldwide
The US-based outdoor company has reported strong performance in the first quarter, fuelled by double-digit revenue increases for the Merrell and Saucony brands. This highlights the success of its turnaround strategy
Dick’s Sporting Goods to acquire Foot Locker for 2.4 billion USD
Dick’s Sporting Goods has announced that it will acquire Foot Locker for 2.4 billion US dollars. This deal will give Dick’s a major international presence and greater market leverage with brands such as Nike and adidas
Allbirds beats first quarter expectations
The US-based footwear company is confident in its turnaround plans. It delivered a first quarter ahead of expectations and believes it is well positioned to generate “topline momentum” in the second half
Nike shuffles leadership structure
Following Heidi O’Neill’s retirement from her role overseeing consumer, product and brand, the leadership will be divided into three areas. Amy Montagne has been promoted to President of the Nike brand-
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