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Sales growth continues at Rocky Brands in the second quarter
The US-based footwear manufacturer has reported a 12% year-on-year increase in second-quarter net sales, while earnings improved due to the recognition of actual and anticipated recoveries of IEEPA tariffs
Crocs raises full-year outlook
Crocs delivered stronger-than-expected second-quarter results, driven by solid direct-to-consumer growth and momentum in its core brand, leading the company to raise its full-year 2026 outlook
24.6 billion pairs: global footwear production in 2025
JUST RELEASED: In 2025, global footwear production remained broadly unchanged, recording a marginal increase of 0.1% to a total of 24.6 billion pairs, according to data from the World Footwear Yearbook 2026 recently released by APICCAPS, the Portuguese Footwear Association
International markets support Columbia Sportswear’s second-quarter growth
The US-based company has exceeded its sales guidance in the second quarter, with international growth partly offsetting weaker performance in the US and Canada
Amazon reports 20% net sales growth in the second quarter
The Seattle-based online giant reported a 20% year-on-year increase in net sales in the second quarter, driven by strong growth in its AWS segment. Significant investment in AI infrastructure continues
Global footwear production holds steady in 2025
JUST RELEASED: In 2025, global footwear production remained virtually unchanged, recording a marginal increase of 0.1% to a total of 24.6 billion pairs, according to data from the World Footwear Yearbook 2026 recently released by APICCAPS, the Portuguese Footwear Association. This follows a revised estimate for the production figures in 2024, which now indicates a robust growth of nearly 10% for that year. While international trade volume saw a slight dip of 0.1%, the total value of exports rose by 1.6%, reaching 172 billion dollars
VF Corp raises full-year revenue guidance despite continued Vans weakness
The US-based company has raised its revenue guidance for the 2027 fiscal year after exceeding its own expectations in the first quarter. However, Vans remains a weak spot for the group
Genesco announces leadership transition at Schuh
The US-based footwear retailer Genesco has appointed Tomas Petersson as president of its UK business, Schuh. He replaces Colin Temple, who is retiring after 38 years with the company
Deckers delivers record first-quarter revenue
The California-based company reported a record revenue figure in the first quarter, surpassing 1 billion US dollars for the first time, thanks to continued sales growth driven by Hoka and UGG
Foot Locker teams up with Uber Eats
Shoppers buying footwear at Foot Locker or Champs Sports can have their purchases delivered on-demand or scheduled in time, with over 1,000 stores available through the Uber Eats app
US imposes additional 50% tariffs on selected Canadian imports
The United States has announced an additional 50% tariff on selected Canadian imports worth almost 20 billion US dollars. The new tariffs are set to take effect on the 19th of August
US introduces new tariffs on imports from 60 trading partners
New tariffs of 10% to 12.5% have been introduced by the Trump administration on imports from 60 trading partners under Section 301 of the Trade Act of 1974, replacing temporary duties that expired on 24 July
US imposes 25% tariffs on Brazilian goods, raising concerns in the footwear industry
The US will impose a 25% tariff on several Brazilian goods, including footwear, from the 22nd of July, following a year-long investigation into trade practices the US administration considers to be unfair
Phyllis Rein from FSNYE: business is built on relationships
In today’s interview, we spoke to Phyllis Rein, the President and CEO of the Footwear Show New York Expo (FSNYE). We talked about the latest edition of the show, as well as the main trends observed in footwear and the trade fair landscape
US retail body reports higher imports, sales growth and early back-to-school season
US retailers are increasing imports ahead of potential tariff changes, while retail sales continued to grow in June and consumers started their back-to-school shopping earlier than usual-
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