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Rocky Brands reports solid fourth quarter
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
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
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
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
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
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
Survey reveals growing importance of digital retail channels will continue
The results of the latest World Footwear Business Conditions Survey have been published. Over half of respondents anticipate an increase in the share of digital retail channels over the next three years
Details of reciprocal tariff review closely watched by AAFA
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) is closely monitoring the reciprocal tariff review announced by the Trump administration. Initial reports are due by the 1st of April
Asics ends 2024 with a strong foothold
The Japan-based sportswear company has reported an 18.9% increase in full year net sales, driven by strong sales across all categories in all major regions and exchange fluctuation rates
Authentic announces new partnerships to help grow Reebok
The New York-based management company has partnered with Galaxy Universal and Batra Group to accelerate growth for Reebok in the US, Europe and the UK
CEO of Ambitious dies aged 49
A key figure in the Portuguese footwear industry, Paulo Martins, CEO of Portuguese footwear manufacturer Celita and the Ambitious brand, has died at the age of 49
Retail Flash: insights from key footwear markets
Explore the main retail trends in France, Germany, Japan, the Netherlands, the UK, the US and Spain from our Retail Flash reports, highlighting volatility in 2024 and mixed consumer and retailer sentiment. In particular, new tariffs on key trading partners could put pressure on US footwear prices, Germany’s online sector continues to expand and Japan faces rising inflation
Call for Papers for the UITIC 2025 World Congress announced
The International Union of Shoe Industry Technicians (UITIC) has announced the Call for Papers for its 22nd World Congress, to be held in Shanghai from the 31st of August to the 3rd of September 2025
Tapestry sells Stuart Weitzman to Caleres
The US-based luxury group has entered into a definitive agreement to sell Stuart Weitzman to Caleres, the group that owns Sam Edelman and Famous Footwear, for 105 million USD in cash
Decathlon to open 20 stores in Argentina
The France-based sporting goods retailer plans to open 20 stores in Argentina by 2026. The move marks Decathlon’s return to Argentina after more than two decades of absence
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