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Industry News Friday 11th of September 2026
Caleres posts second-quarter sales growth as Brand Portfolio gains momentum

The US-based company reported higher sales and earnings in the second quarter of 2026, driven by growth in its brand portfolio. Famous Footwear continued to have a negative impact on performance

Industry News Thursday 10th of September 2026
Genesco raises full-year earnings guidance

Despite lower sales, the US-based footwear retailer has raised its full-year earnings outlook thanks to improved profitability in the second quarter. It also noted a positive start to the third quarter, with growing momentum at Journeys

Industry News Wednesday 9th of September 2026
Dr. Martens strengthens global product team

The UK-based footwear company has appointed Isadora Versiani as Global Product Design Director and Nadia Svensson as Global Merchandising and Product Director

Industry News Wednesday 9th of September 2026
Dr. Martens strengthens global product team

The UK-based footwear company has appointed Isadora Versiani as Global Product Design Director and Nadia Svensson as Global Merchandising and Product Director

Industry News Tuesday 8th of September 2026
US footwear sales rise slightly in the first half

The US footwear market recorded a slight year-on-year increase in sales of 1% in the first half, according to Circana, as consumers remained selective in their discretionary spending

Industry News Monday 7th of September 2026
Nike appoints ex-Foot Locker Executive as COO

The US-based sportswear company has appointed former Foot Locker executive Kristin Bauer as Chief Operating Officer of its underperforming Converse brand

Industry News Wednesday 26th of August 2026
Wolverine Worldwide raises full-year outlook

Following a strong second quarter driven by Merrell and Saucony, the US-based company raised its outlook for the 2026 financial year, now expecting revenue to reach between 1.98 and 2.00 billion USD

Industry News Tuesday 25th of August 2026
Under Armour lowers full-year revenue outlook but holds profitability guidance

The US-based company has lowered its full-year revenue forecast on soft consumer demand, while maintaining its adjusted profit expectations following a first quarter marked by falling sales but improved profitability

Industry News Friday 14th of August 2026
Zalando maintains growth, narrows full-year outlook

The Germany-based online retailer continued to grow in the second quarter of 2026, supported by its multi-app strategy, B2B expansion and the integration of About You, while tempering its full-year expectations

Industry News Wednesday 12th of August 2026
H&M warns of potential job cuts among UK support staff

The Sweden-based fashion group has informed around 250 of its UK support office employees about a proposed reorganisation and consultation process that could lead to job losses

Industry News Tuesday 11th of August 2026
New Generation: Jo?o Mendes, ISI Soles

Joo Mendes, a Management Information Systems graduate from the University of Coimbra, is part of the second generation at ISI Soles, a company that specialises in producing components for the footwear industry

Industry News Monday 10th of August 2026
Sales growth continues at Rocky Brands in the second quarter

The US-based footwear manufacturer has reported a 12% year-on-year increase in second-quarter net sales, while earnings improved due to the recognition of actual and anticipated recoveries of IEEPA tariffs

Industry News Friday 7th of August 2026
Steve Madden lifts fiscal 2026 outlook again after strong second quarter

The US-based designer and marketer of footwear and accessories has reported strong second-quarter results, raising its fiscal 2026 outlook for the second consecutive quarter

Industry News Thursday 6th of August 2026
Puma posts soft second-quarter results

The Germany-based sportswear company has reported soft second-quarter results, marked by weaker consumer demand and the ongoing reset of its business weighing on sales

Industry News Wednesday 5th of August 2026
Crocs raises full-year outlook

Crocs delivered stronger-than-expected second-quarter results, driven by solid direct-to-consumer growth and momentum in its core brand, leading the company to raise its full-year 2026 outlook