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AAFA calls on ILA and USMX to resume negotiations
The trade body is calling on the ILA and the USMX to negotiate to avoid a strike that would further disrupt the East and Gulf Coast ports in an already challenging global supply chain environment
Caleres appoints SVP of New York brands
The US-based footwear company has appointed Nancy Bitetto as Senior Vice President of New York Brands to accelerate growth and expand profitability across its brand portfolio
Skechers to accelerate growth in Europe with new expanded distribution centre
The US-based footwear company has announced that it is moving its European distribution centre to a larger, single facility in Liège, Belgium. The aim is to support growth in Europe
US Consumer Confidence recovers in October
October marked broad improvements in consumer sentiment across age and income groups, with expectations for economic growth exceeding thresholds that typically signal recession concerns
Ross Stores announces Jim Conroy as its new Chief Executive Officer
James Conroy, a seasoned retail executive, will assume the CEO role at Ross Stores on the 2nd of February 2025. The current CEO, Barbara Rentler, will transition to an advisory role until March 2027
FDRA calls for tariff reform following US election
FDRA President Matt Priest seeks to dialogue with the Trump administration to address tariffs on footwear goods, aiming to reduce household expenses and protect over 300,000 jobs in all 50 US states
OrthoLite strengthens global operations with new hires
The US-based insole manufacturer has appointed Raj Santhana as its new vice president of operational excellence and promoted Shaw Kiat Phua to vice president of global foaming
Retail Flash: insights from key footwear markets
Explore the main retail trends in France, Germany, Japan, the UK, the US and Spain from our Retail Flash reports, highlighting a mix of recovery, persistent challenges and cautious optimism in global markets. In particular, while France and Germany continue to struggle, the US and Spain show signs of retail optimism
Steve Madden to cut on sourcing goods from China for fear of Trump’s tariffs
The US company is accelerating its plans to move production out of China after Trump’s victory in the country's presidential election increased the likelihood of higher tariffs on imported goods
Steve Madden posts revenue growth
The US-based footwear, accessories and apparel designer has posted 13.0% year-over-year revenue growth in the third quarter, with a strong contribution from the newly acquired Almost Famous business
Tapestry and Capri Holdings call off merger plans
The two companies have agreed to call off their merger plans after a US court blocked the deal last October, ending their efforts to create a US luxury giant capable of competing with major European players
Allbirds reports third quarter sales drop and adjusts full year outlook
The US company has lowered its full year sales guidance due to a sharp decline in revenue in the third quarter. This also reflects the expected impact of store closures and international distribution transitions
Tapestry raises full year outlook
The US-based luxury group, which owns Coach, Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman, has raised its guidance for the full year 2025, after reporting a better-than-expected first quarter performance
Capri Holdings falls sharply as hopes of Tapestry merger fade
The US-based luxury group has reported another weak quarterly performance amid weak global demand for luxury goods. Versace suffered the biggest fall, while Jimmy Choo returned to green
Vida Shoes acquires luxury shoe brand Aquatalia
Vida Shoes International, which owns brands such as Jambu, JBU, J Sport and Andre Assous, has acquired the made-in-Italy luxury shoe brand Aquatalia-
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