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Deckers posts strong second quarter performance

Oct 29, 2025 / United States
The California-based company has posted another strong quarterly performance in the 2026 financial year, with both its Hoka and Ugg brands achieving double-digit growth

Prada Group sales rise in the first nine months

Oct 27, 2025 / Italy
The Italy-based group reported year-on-year net revenue growth of 9% in the first nine months of the year. This was driven by the Miu Miu brand, which saw a 41% year-on-year rise in retail sales during the period

Hermès posts solid nine-month performance

Oct 24, 2025 / France
The France-based luxury group posted a solid performance in the first nine months of the year, driven by sustained momentum in the third quarter, particularly in Europe, the Americas and Asia

Giuseppe Marsocci appointed CEO of Giorgio Armani Group

Oct 23, 2025 / Italy
Giuseppe Marsocci, a seasoned Armani fashion group executive, has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of the company, with immediate effect

Kering reports quarter-on-quarter improvement

Oct 23, 2025 / France
The France-based group reported a sequential improvement in its latest quarter, reducing its revenue decline. Gucci also performed slightly better, thanks to stronger momentum in North America and Western Europe

Wales Bonner succeeds Nichanian at the creative helm of Hermès Menswear

Oct 22, 2025 / France
Following the announcement of Véronique Nichanian’s departure after 37 years at the luxury group, it was revealed that Grace Wales Bonner would be taking over as Creative Director of Hermès Menswear

Arklyz announces the acquisition of Gabor

Oct 22, 2025 / Switzerland
The Swiss-based sports and lifestyle group is continuing to expand its portfolio into footwear, having recently announced the acquisition of Gabor. No financial details were released

Stella reports third quarter volume growth on solid sports demand

Oct 21, 2025 / Hong Kong
The Hong Kong-based footwear manufacturer has reported a 7.8% year-on-year increase in footwear shipments in the third quarter of the year, driven by solid sports demand

Designer Brands announces CFO transition

Oct 17, 2025 / United States
Mark Haley, the company’s Senior Vice President, Controller and Principal Accounting Officer, has been named Interim Principal Financial Officer following the resignation of CFO Jared Poff

Los Angeles project turns old shoes into new opportunities for sustainability

Oct 16, 2025 / United States
The Footwear Collective has partnered with Goodwill SoCal to collect and recycle used shoes. Consumers are invited to donate shoes of any brand or condition as part of this major initiative

Fashion falters as LVMH returns to growth in the third quarter

Oct 15, 2025 / France
The France-based luxury group reported 1% year-on-year growth in the third quarter, with improvements across all business segments. However, the fashion & leather goods segment continues to falter

Vapesol to invest 1.5 million euros in a production facility for SBR rubber soles

Oct 14, 2025 / Portugal
An investment of 1.5 million euros in the creation of a production facility will enable the Portuguese manufacturer of footwear soles to produce 5,000 pairs of SBR rubber soles per day

Join the 13th edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey

Oct 13, 2025 / Business Conditions Survey
The WorldFootwear.com is asking all experts within the footwear industry to share their views on the current business situation. Join the new edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey. WE WANT TO HEAR YOU!

Uniqlo parent company posts robust full year 2025

Oct 10, 2025 / Japan
The Japan-based fashion retailer Fast Retailing ended the 2025 financial year in a strong position, reporting a 9.6% year-on-year increase in revenue and a 13.6% year-on-year increase in business profit

Genesco establishes global retail organisation to strengthen consumer focus

Oct 9, 2025 / United States
The Nashville-based footwear group has brought together Journeys, Schuh and Little Burgundy in order to strengthen its market positioning and maximise opportunities, with a focus on consumers
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