Companies
Riva del Garda Fierecongressi reshapes structure for growth
The organiser is restructuring operations alongside venue expansion plans, appointing new leaders and making internationalisation a permanent function to compete more effectively for events and buyers
Dick’s Sporting Goods posts strong first quarter
The US-based sporting goods retailer has reported strong first-quarter results, driven by growth in its core business and an improvement in Foot Locker’s performance
Authentic Brands Group Agrees to acquire Lee from Kontoor Brands
The New York-based management group has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire the Lee denim and workwear business from Kontoor Brands in a deal worth 1 billion US dollars
Rising Geopolitical Risks Drive Footwear Costs Higher
Rising geopolitical tensions are expected to impact the global footwear industry mainly through higher costs rather than an immediate decline in consumer demand, according to the latest World Footwear Business Conditions Survey
Capri Holdings returns to profitability despite annual revenue decline
Despite lower revenue, the US-based luxury group behind Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo has reported a return to profitability in fiscal 2026, reflecting gains from its strategic turnaround initiatives
FAIST Voices: meet Rodiro
With the support of the software company Mind, the Portuguese footwear manufacturer Rodiro has been developing its design products and manufacturing processes as part of the FAIST project
Tapestry awarded US patent for AI platform Mira
The US-based luxury group has been awarded a US patent for Mira, its artificial intelligence platform designed to integrate company data and facilitate quicker decision-making
Richemont posts solid full-year results
The Switzerland-based luxury group has reported solid sales growth in the 2026 financial year. All regions grew, particularly the Americas and the Middle East and Africa
Tod’s CEO steps down
John Galantic, the Chief Executive Officer of the Italian luxury goods company Tod’s, stepped down from his position after joining the company in September 2024
Shoe Carnival reaffirms full-year outlook despite soft first quarter
The footwear retailer reported lower sales and a net loss in the first quarter of its fiscal year. However, it reaffirmed its full-year guidance, expecting a stronger performance during the back-to-school and fall selling seasons
USA - Iran Tensions seen as Rising Risk for Global Footwear Industry
The conflict between the United States and Iran is increasingly viewed as a material risk for the global footwear industry, according to the results of the Spring 2026 edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey
Deichmann CEO: Sustainability Anchors New Essen Campus
Deichmann tells World Footwear how photovoltaics, geothermal energy and green roofs fit into an integrated concept behind the new Essen headquarters gateway
Caleres appoints Dan Karpel as CFO
The US-based footwear company has appointed Dan Karpel to the roles of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. He will also serve as the company’s Principal Financial and Accounting Officer
Strong full-year 2026 for Deckers
The California-based company Deckers posted strong results in the full year of 2026, with robust demand for Hoka and Ugg products driving sales and earnings growth
Dr. Martens returns to profit growth in FY 2026
The UK-based footwear company returned to profit growth in the 2026 financial year, with adjusted pre-tax profit rising by 61.3% year-on-year. Stronger full-price sales and tight cost controls helped offset weaker revenue-
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