Companies
Wolverine Worldwide ends 2025 with growth
The US-based group ended the fourth quarter with strong performances from its key brands, Saucony and Merrell. The company reported higher revenue, expanding margins and increased earnings per share
Capri Holdings appoints Tyler Reddien as CFO and COO
The US-based group has appointed Tyler Reddien as Chief Financial Officer and Chief Operating Officer with effect from the 30th of March. He joins the company from The Body Shop
Sandro Ferraro from Kenda Farben: chemical components, strategic footwear partners
We spoke to Sandro Ferraro, Global Commercial Director at Kenda Farben, an Italian manufacturer of chemical auxiliaries for the footwear industry. Our conversation focused on key areas related to chemical inputs in footwear, including regulation.
Puma swings to loss in 2025 following strategic reset initiatives
The Germany-based group swung to a net loss of 643.6 million in 2025 euros due to weaker sales and margin pressure following its strategic reset to streamline distribution and reduce promotions
Shoe Carnival announces CEO transition
As Mark Worden leaves the company, Cliff Sifford, Shoe Carnival’s current Vice Chairman of the Board, will once again take on the role of President and Chief Executive on an interim basis
Asos rolls out hybrid virtual try-on in app update
The online fashion retailer has launched a virtual try-on feature, which allows customers to see how products would look on them by either uploading a photo or using an AI-generated model that looks like them
Rocky Brands reports stronger sales momentum in the fourth quarter
The US-based footwear manufacturer closed 2025 with a 9.1% year-on-year increase in net sales in the fourth quarter, driven by strong demand through the direct-to-consumer channel
Deichmann ends 2025 with solid results, opens new headquarters
Despite challenging market conditions, the Germany-based footwear retailer closed 2025 with solid revenue growth. The company presented these results at the inauguration of its new headquarters in Essen
FAIST Voices: meet ISI
With sustainability in its core, ISI, a Portuguese manufacturer specialised in injected soles, aims to accelerate digitalisation and artificial intelligence use under the FAIST consortium
Footasylum CEO steps down
David Pujolar has stepped down as CEO of the UK-based footwear retailer after two years in the role. The company has initiated a search process to appoint his successor
Designer Brands appoints new CFO
The parent company of DSW and brands such as Topo Athletic, has appointed Sheamus Toal as its new Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer and Principal Financial Officer
Birkenstock posts strong first-quarter growth on holiday demand
The Germany-based group has reported an 18% year-on-year revenue growth in the first quarter, driven by strong holiday demand. Despite facing currency headwinds and US tariffs, net profit surged by 151%
Brooks Running names VP of Footwear Product Strategy
The US-based running shoe company has appointed Claire Wood, a former New Balance and Sorel executive, to the newly created role of Vice President of Footwear Product Strategy
Crocs debuts new global campaign targeting younger consumers
Nearly 10 years after the last one, the casual footwear brand has launched a new global narrative. Wonderfully Unordinary is designed to reposition the brand, especially in the eyes of younger consumers
Caleres appoints first-ever head of New York Brands division
The US-based footwear company has appointed Kristen Sosa to the newly created position of Division President of Brand Portfolio – New York Brands, as it continues to strengthen its brand portfolio-
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