荐Havaianas with new distribution model in North America
Alpargatas has entered into a supply chain and distribution agreement with the Eastman Group for its flip-flop brand in North America. This marks a shift from a direct operations to a distributor model
荐Bangladesh: leather and non-leather footwear exports on the rise in 2024-2025
Data from the Export Promotion Bureau reveals that Bangladesh’s footwear sector has shown an upward trend between July 2024 and May 2025, across both the leather and non-leather segments
荐Credit: Zara Inditex reports steady growth in first quarter results
In the first quarter of 2025, Spanish fashion retailer Inditex delivered steady performance despite a challenging global environment.
荐US and China strike preliminary trade deal
The United States and China have reached a framework agreement on a trade deal that eases global trade tensions. However, the final terms have yet to be formally agreed upon by both governments
荐EU Commission targets Shein over consumer protection concerns
The European Union Commission has urged Shein to comply with EU consumer protection laws, warning that the fast-fashion retailer could face fines if it fails to address the concerns that have been raised
荐Dr. Martens unveils a new strategy aimed at returning to growth in FY26
Having delivered on its full year 2025 objectives, the footwear company has launched the Levers For Growth strategy, with the aim of returning to growth over the current fiscal year
荐Genesco posts a better-than-expected first quarter
The US-based footwear company posted better-than-expected results in the first quarter, with sales growing and the operating loss narrowing as compared to the same period last year
荐Shoe Carnival names Kerry Jackson to lead New Business Development
The US-based footwear retailer has announced the return of industry veteran Kerry Jackson to the newly created role of Senior Vice President of New Business Development
荐Pampili to boost expansion with a focus on innovation
The Brazilian children’s footwear manufacturer is accelerating its expansion in 2025 with an investment of 10 million Brazilian reais (approximately 1.77 million USD) in technology and innovation development
荐Steve Madden Steve Madden sues Adidas over trademark dispute
Steve Madden has filed a countersuit against Adidas over an alleged trademark violation from the latter.
荐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
荐First quarter expectations were not met by Caleres
The US-based company has reported that its first quarter results fell short of expectations, with net sales and profitability declining. In the short term, Caleres will focus on cost control and operational optimisation
荐Keen committed to not raising prices in 2025
The outdoor footwear brand has announced that it will not be implementing any tariff-related price increases for the rest of 2025 in order to support its partners and customers during this period of uncertainty
荐Under Armour reports fourth quarter and full year 2025 results
The Baltimore-based company reported a decline in fourth quarter revenue across geographies and segments, but an increase in gross margin, as it continues to reposition the brand for long-term growth
荐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