荐UK retail sales growth eases as consumers await Budget measures
According to the British Retail Consortium (BRC), retail sales growth in the UK slowed to 1.3% in September from 2.3% in the same period a year earlier, as consumers remained cautious ahead of the Budget
荐LVMH posts mixed nine-month results
The luxury conglomerate reported a 2% year-on-year organic revenue growth in the first nine months of the year, while Fashion & Leather Goods sales fell further in the third quarter due to weaker demand in China
荐Stella International reports modest revenue growth in the third quarter
The Hong Kong-based group reported a 2.2% increase in revenue in the third quarter, reiterating plans to add around 20 million pairs of production capacity through new factories in Vietnam, Indonesia and Bangladesh
荐Kering and LVMH strengthen model protection charter
The updated charter raises the minimum age of models representing adults to 18, and introduces stricter measures to combat harassment, abuse, and discrimination
荐US Halloween spending expected to reach new record in 2026
Consumer spending on Halloween in the US is expected to reach 13.5 billion US dollars, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF), following last year’s level of 13.1 billion US dollars
荐Nike to reduce workforce as part of a new operating model
The US-based sportswear company plans to reduce its workforce as part of a new operating model designed to simplify the company’s structure, cut costs and bring its operations closer to consumers
荐Manolo Blahnik opens Harrods boutique
The luxury footwear and accessories brand has opened a new, dedicated store within Harrods in Knightsbridge, London. The space features 300 unique ink drawings of Blahnik’s footwear creations
荐Dr. Martens launches new global brand platform
The British footwear brand has launched a new global brand platform called ‘With Bouncing Soles’ and ecommerce experience in order to advance its consumer-first strategy outlined in May
荐Nike posts first-quarter revenue decrease
The US-based sportswear company reported a decrease in revenue in the first quarter, as it advances its Pace transformation programme to streamline operations and improve efficiency
荐German footwear sales remain subdued in the first half
The footwear market in Germany remained subdued in the first half of 2026, as weaker domestic sales and declining employment continued to put pressure on manufacturers
荐Monkuniverse reimagines walking with its Monk (bare) Foot
Born in the heart of the Veneto footwear district, the project combines high-quality Italian craftsmanship with the deepest Zen philosophy.
荐Dr. Martens appoints former Burberry executive as Global Customer Director
The UK-based footwear company has appointed Katie Morton as its new Global Customer Director. Through this, Dr. Martens aims to strengthen its consumer-centric approach on a global scale
荐Grendene reports lower revenue and profitability in the second quarter
The Brazilian footwear manufacturer has reported a lower revenue and profitability in the second quarter, as challenging consumer conditions took their toll on its domestic business
荐Golden Goose posts double-digit growth in the first half
The Italy-based group recorded a 15% year-on-year increase in revenue during the first half of 2026, driven by double-digit growth across all regions and strong DTC performance
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