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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
Steve Madden to cut on sourcing goods from China for fear of Trump’s tariffs
The US company is accelerating its plans to move production out of China after Trump’s victory in the country's presidential election increased the likelihood of higher tariffs on imported goods
Steve Madden posts revenue growth
The US-based footwear, accessories and apparel designer has posted 13.0% year-over-year revenue growth in the third quarter, with a strong contribution from the newly acquired Almost Famous business
Tapestry and Capri Holdings call off merger plans
The two companies have agreed to call off their merger plans after a US court blocked the deal last October, ending their efforts to create a US luxury giant capable of competing with major European players
Allbirds reports third quarter sales drop and adjusts full year outlook
The US company has lowered its full year sales guidance due to a sharp decline in revenue in the third quarter. This also reflects the expected impact of store closures and international distribution transitions
Tapestry raises full year outlook
The US-based luxury group, which owns Coach, Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman, has raised its guidance for the full year 2025, after reporting a better-than-expected first quarter performance
Capri Holdings falls sharply as hopes of Tapestry merger fade
The US-based luxury group has reported another weak quarterly performance amid weak global demand for luxury goods. Versace suffered the biggest fall, while Jimmy Choo returned to green
Vida Shoes acquires luxury shoe brand Aquatalia
Vida Shoes International, which owns brands such as Jambu, JBU, J Sport and Andre Assous, has acquired the made-in-Italy luxury shoe brand Aquatalia
Wolverine Worldwide revises fiscal 2024 guidance
The US-based company reported lower revenues and robust margins. While sales decreased by 7.4% year-over-year, gross margin increased by 450 basis points as a result of reduced supply chain costs
Under Armour reports revenue decline with improved profitability
The US-based sportswear company has increased its gross margin, although this was partially offset by lower revenues in all markets. Fiscal 2025 guidance has been positively revised
US holiday spending expected to reach new record this year
US consumers are expected to spend a record average of 902 USD per person on gifts, food, decorations and other seasonal items during the winter holidays, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF)
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
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-
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