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Capri Holdings returns to profitability despite annual revenue decline

Jun 1, 2026 / United States
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

EU fines Temu for breaching EU rules on sale of illegal products

Jun 1, 2026 / European Union
The European Commission has fined Chinese online retailer Temu 200 million euros under the Digital Services Act (DSA) for not doing enough to stop the sale of illegal products

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

FAIST Voices: meet Rodiro

May 29, 2026 / Portugal
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

Golden Goose off to a strong start in 2026

May 29, 2026 / Italy
The Italy-based luxury sneaker company started 2026 with a solid year-on-year revenue growth of 10% in the first quarter, thanks to strong direct-to-consumer performance in key markets

Saudi Lifestyle Week postponed to October 2027

May 29, 2026 / Saudi Arabia
Organisers said the reschedule reflects the wider regional context, while the event will expand beyond fashion and footwear with added segments such as athleisure, wellness and smart living

Tapestry awarded US patent for AI platform Mira

May 28, 2026 / United States
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

May 28, 2026 / Switzerland
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

May 28, 2026 / Italy
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

Spanish footwear industry launches Intellectual Property Observatory

May 27, 2026 / Spain
The Spanish footwear industry is launching the Footwear Intellectual Property Observatory (OPIC) to improve the protection of its designs against potential infringements and counterfeiting

Shoe Carnival reaffirms full-year outlook despite soft first quarter

May 27, 2026 / United States
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

Portuguese footwear industry heads to Brussels to promote debate on reindustrialisation

May 26, 2026 / Portugal
The Portuguese footwear sector will travel to Brussels on the 16th of June to advocate for a reindustrialisation of Europe that is based on innovation, sustainability, and local production

Deichmann CEO: Sustainability Anchors New Essen Campus

May 26, 2026 / Germany
Deichmann tells World Footwear how photovoltaics, geothermal energy and green roofs fit into an integrated concept behind the new Essen headquarters gateway

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

Caleres appoints Dan Karpel as CFO

May 25, 2026 / United States
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
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