荐JD Sports strengthens leadership team
The UK-based sportswear retailer has appointed John Mersho as President and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the JD fascia in North America and Mike Grimes as Chief Marketing Officer (CMO) of the group
荐Brazilian footwear exports remain under pressure
Brazilian footwear exports continued to decline in August, with falls in both volume and value. Year-to-date figures also remained negative, while imports continued to increase
荐Shoe Station Group cuts full-year outlook amid promotional pressure
The US-based footwear retailer has lowered its 2026 outlook as increased promotional activity and inventory liquidation impacted sales and profitability during the second quarter
荐Designer Brands raises full-year 2026 outlook
The US-based company has raised its outlook for the full year of 2026, having reported improved profitability in the second quarter and strong growth in its Brand Portfolio segment, despite a slight overall sales decline
荐Inditex posts first-half sales growth
The parent company of brands such as Zara and Pull&Bear, reported a 7.6% increase in sales during the first half of the year, driven by solid demand from customers for its spring/summer collections
荐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
荐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
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
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
荐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
荐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
荐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
荐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
荐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
荐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