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Designer Brands posts weak first quarter, withdraws full year outlook
The Ohio-based company has posted weak results in the first quarter. Due to ongoing instability and pressure on consumer discretionary spending, it has also withdrawn its full year outlook
Dr. Martens unveils a new strategy aimed at returning to growth in FY26
Having delivered on its full year 2025 objectives, the footwear company has launched the Levers For Growth strategy, with the aim of returning to growth over the current fiscal year
Nike appoints new Chief Innovation Officer
Following John Hoke’s announcement of his retirement, the US-based sportswear company promoted Tony Bignell, Vice President of running footwear, to Chief Innovation Officer
New Generation: Inês Ferreira from Paradigma
Inês Ferreira, who has a degree in Management from Católica Porto Business School, is the second generation to lead the Paradigma company
Genesco posts a better-than-expected first quarter
The US-based footwear company posted better-than-expected results in the first quarter, with sales growing and the operating loss narrowing as compared to the same period last year
Shoe Carnival names Kerry Jackson to lead New Business Development
The US-based footwear retailer has announced the return of industry veteran Kerry Jackson to the newly created role of Senior Vice President of New Business Development
Dr. Martens appoints former Nike executive as President of Americas Region
The UK-based footwear company has appointed Paul Zadoff, a former Nike executive, as President of the Americas, as part of its ongoing efforts to rebuild its business in the US
Pampili to boost expansion with a focus on innovation
The Brazilian children’s footwear manufacturer is accelerating its expansion in 2025 with an investment of 10 million Brazilian reais (approximately 1.77 million USD) in technology and innovation development
Golden Goose reports double-digit growth in the first quarter
The Italy-based luxury sneaker company reported double-digit growth in the first quarter of the year, driven by the successful performance of the DTC channel across all regions
Less Optimism about Footwear Consumption in 2025
The results of 12th edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey are now available. The average expected growth rate for footwear consumption is 7.6%, slightly less than the 8.4% projection made in the last quarter of 2024
Shoe Carnival confirms full year outlook
Despite declining sales in the first quarter, the US-based footwear retailer has confirmed its full year outlook, mainly thanks to a successful growth strategy for its Shoe Station banner
First quarter expectations were not met by Caleres
The US-based company has reported that its first quarter results fell short of expectations, with net sales and profitability declining. In the short term, Caleres will focus on cost control and operational optimisation
Nordstrom goes private
The Seattle-based retailer has announced that the brothers Erik and Pete Nordstrom, along with other members of the family, have completed the acquisition of Nordstrom in partnership with El Puerto de Liverpool
VF Corp reports fourth quarter results
The US-based company has reported fourth quarter revenue in line with guidance, driven by the performance of The North Face and Timberland brands. It has also exceeded operating income guidance
adidas confirms data breach following cyberattack
The German sportswear giant was the victim of a cyberattack targeting its customers’ personal information. However, their credit card or other payment-related data was not accessed-
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