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Nike appoints new Chief Diversity Equity and Inclusion Officer
The US-based sportswear company has appointed Kizmet Mills as its new Chief Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Officer. She is the fifth person to hold the role since 2020
Vulcabras achieves the highest EBITDA in its history
The Brazilian footwear company has reported a strong performance in the third quarter. It has achieved its highest EBITDA ever, thus validating the consistency of its business strategy
Rocky Brands reports third quarter revenue decline
The US-based footwear company reported an 8.8% year-on-year decline in third quarter net sales. Improved retail revenue and gross margins partially offset wholesale shortfall
French parliament reduces VAT on shoe and leather goods repairs
France’s lower house of parliament has approved a tax break for repairers by reducing the VAT rate from 20% to 5.5% on the repair of shoes and leather goods
Primark ends full year on growth path
Primark’s parent company reported solid results for its latest full year. Sales at the fashion retailer grew by 6% year-on-year, underpinned by solid performances in key growth markets
RM Williams targets the UK as part of global expansion
The Australian-based bootmaker plans to open new UK stores in the coming months. The company aims to use the country as a launchpad for its international growth strategy, while remaining true to its heritage
Japan Retail: the picture is unclear for both consumers and retailers
Contrary to what was suggested in our previous flash, fashion retail sales have fallen sharply since April, by a total of 22.8%, while total retail sales have remained somewhat stable. In this context, the low footwear inflation in Japan, now close to 0%, tends to indicate a lack of demand. Perhaps the growth in consumer spending and tourism will help to turn the situation around, especially given the falling yen in September. However, for now, the future remains unclear for all
Brooks Running reaches 1 billion US dollars in revenue
The US-based running shoe brand reached 1 billion US dollars in sales for the first time in the third quarter, driven by growth in North America, Asia Pacific and European markets
New Generation: meet Eliana Barros from Ownever
With a degree in Product Design, Eliana Barros is the founder of Ownever, a Portuguese leather goods brand focused on high-quality, sustainable products with a timeless design
Deichmann acquires Esprit shoe trademark
Amid insolvency proceedings, Esprit has sold its shoe brand rights in Europe and the United States to Deichmann. The German-based shoe retailer aims to expand its footwear offering in these markets
Miu Miu fuels strong performance for Prada Group
Against a challenging backdrop in the luxury segment, the Italy-based luxury continued to perform strongly. Miu Miu “upheld its thriving growth momentum”
Columbia posts mixed third quarter results with strong margins and sales decline
The US-based sportswear company reported a 5% decrease in revenue but improved its gross margin. Columbia also unveiled its new growth strategy, aimed at attracting younger and more active customers
Crocs posts slight revenue growth
The US footwear company has posted a slight revenue growth and increased gross margins for the third quarter, adjusting its fourth quarter and full year guidance. Heydude brand turnaround continues
Wolverine Worldwide appoints Susie Kuhn to lead Active Group
The US-based company has announced the appointment of industry veteran Susie Kuhn as President of its Active Group, which includes the Merrell, Saucony, and Chaco brands
WoolOvers doubles down on British production for Hotter Shoes
WoolOvers plans to expand Hotter Shoes’ British manufacturing, improving customer satisfaction and supporting local jobs. Production target is one million pairs per year
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