Strategy
Dikamar: from Portugal to Ohio
As part of its internalisation strategy, the Portuguese safety boot manufacturer has so far invested 3 million USD in a factory in Ohio that produces PU and PVC boots that are distributed across the country
Allbirds posts decline in revenue
In the process of a strategic transformation plan, the sustainable footwear brand posted a 21.2% decline in revenue in the third quarter of 2023, as compared to the same period of 2022
Vinted considers a secondary share sale
The Vilnius-based online marketplace for second-hand clothes is mulling a secondary share sale worth more than 200 million euros, with the aim of being at the forefront of the sustainable fashion boom
VF Corp launches turnaround plan
After another disappointing quarter, the US-based footwear announced the launch of Reinvent, a comprehensive transformation programme focused on improving operational performance and brand-building
South Africa calls for more economic cooperation with Namibia
South African’s President Cyril Ramaphosa has urged business leaders from both countries to further develop cross-border value chains in key areas such as leather to boost their economic development
Caleres reiterates full year outlook and announces three-year strategic growth plan
The US-based footwear company confirmed its third quarter and fiscal 2023 guidance and introduced a three-year strategic and financial plan focused on four key areas
Wolverine Worldwide sells US Leathers and Hush Puppies IP in Greater China
The company announced that its US Leathers business has been sold to New Balance and that Hush Puppies' intellectual property in Greater China will be sold to its current sublicense in the region
JD Sports to take full control of the Iberian Business
The UK-based retailer intends to buy the remaining 49.98% shares in the Iberian Sports Retail Group (ISRG) for 500.1 million euros, thereby acquiring 100% ownership
Nike reorganizes senior leadership team
The sportswear giant is promoting Heidi O'Neill to the role of President, Consumer, Product and Brand, and Craig Williams to President, Geographies and Marketplace
Kankura Golf: ten years devoted to golf
With steady growth, the Portuguese brand of golf footwear has reached the 10-year milestone. Eyes are now set on the American dream and doubling sales already in 2025
Zalando reviews brand portfolio to raise its relevance
Based on a shift in consumer behaviour, the German-based e-tailer plans to increase the relevance of its brand assortment according to three criteria: inspiration, curation and personalisation
Stella International launches three-year growth plan
The footwear manufacturer confirmed its positive 2022 results, while taking the opportunity to launch a three-year plan (2023 – 2025) that focuses on growth and margin expansion
Foot Locker unveils long-term growth strategy
After announcing its full year and fourth quarter results, in which both sales and earnings declined over fiscal 2021, the US-based retailer introduced its long-term growth plan ‘Lace Up’
Rosana Perán Bazán (Fice & Pikolinos): price is a short-term advantage but added value is forever
Watch the interview with Rosana Perán Bazán, FICE President & Grupo Pikolinos Vice-President. We had a nice conversation with Rosana to understand the state of the footwear industry in Spain, and discuss some of the pressing issues of the footwear industry
Portuguese footwear industry to invest 600 million euros in the next 8 years
The Portuguese Footwear, Components, Leather Goods Manufacturers' Association (APICCAPS) has unveiled the new Strategic Plan of the Footwear Cluster 2030, setting in motion another decade of growth-
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