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US consumers to maintain holiday spending despite economic concerns
US consumers are entering the 2026 holiday season with growing concerns about the economy, but most are determined to continue celebrating, according to market research company Circana
Brooks Running achieves 12% revenue growth in first nine months
The Seattle-based running company recorded year-on-year revenue growth of 12% in the first nine months of 2026, with the EMEA region leading this growth at 24%
Columbia Sportswear raises full-year outlook following strong third-quarter results
The US-based company reported strong results in the third quarter, with improving sales trends in the US and continued international growth. This prompted it to raise the lower end of its full-year net sales and earnings guidance
Capri Holdings returns to profit in the second quarter
Despite lower overall revenue, the US-based luxury brand returned to profitability in the second quarter of the 2027 financial year, supported by improved margins and growth at Jimmy Choo
Portuguese men’s footwear brands to be showcased in New York
The Portuguese Shoes Showcase in New York will take place on the 1st and 2nd of December, introducing Portuguese footwear brands to the US market. Find out more about the men’s footwear brands taking part, including Ambitious, Centenário, Last Sole and Moshion
Amazon announces third quarter results
The US-based technology and e-commerce company has reported solid third-quarter results, driven by increased year-on-year sales across its business segments, particularly AWS
VF Corp exceeds second-quarter guidance as profitability improves
The US-based company exceeded expectations for the second quarter of the 2027 fiscal year, thanks to growth at The North Face and Timberland, as well as improved operating and gross margins
Crocs delivers third-quarter growth and further raises full-year outlook
The US-based footwear company reported a 4.6% increase in revenue in the third quarter, driven by growth across its brands and distribution channels. As a result, it has raised its 2026 full-year outlook
Deckers lowers full-year sales outlook
Despite overall second-quarter sales growth, the California-based company has lowered its net sales outlook for fiscal year 2027, revising downward its growth expectations for Hoka and Ugg
US luxury spending declines for third consecutive month
US luxury spending fell for the third consecutive month in September, pointing to continued weakness in demand for high-end goods, according to Citi credit card data reported by Reuters
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
APICCAPS to launch market-entry initiative in the US
APICCAPS will promote an initiative in to boost Portuguese footwear exports to the United States by connecting Portuguese companies with American buyers, distributors, and retailers in New York
Amazon announces new job cuts in its retail division
The Seattle-based e-commerce giant has confirmed a new round of layoffs, mainly in its Store unit, following a broader reduction jobs that began last year and continued into January
Frasers Group acquires 8.8% stake in Under Armour
Frasers Group has acquired an 8.8% stake in Under Armour, comprising approximately 16.6 million shares of Class A common stock, according to a filing with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)
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-
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