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Steve Madden raises full-year outlook after solid first quarter

May 11, 2026 / United States
The US-based designer and marketer of footwear and accessories has raised its full-year revenue guidance following strong sales growth in the first quarter, supported by continued momentum at Kurt Geiger

AI expansion and About You acquisition drive Zalando’s first-quarter growth

May 8, 2026 / Germany
The online fashion retailer posted solid first-quarter results, driven by AI efficiencies, growth in the number of active customers, and the early integration of synergies from the acquisition of About You

Puma reports solid start to the year, appoints new CFO

May 7, 2026 / Germany
The Germany-based company has reported a solid start to the 2026 fiscal year, supported by its efforts to reduce inventory, and has also announced the appointment of Mark Langer as Chief Financial Officer

Saks Global moves closer to exiting bankruptcy

May 7, 2026 / United States
The US multi-brand luxury retailer is one step closer to exiting Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, having received court approval for its disclosure statement. This will allow creditors to vote on its restructuring plan

Amazon reports strong first-quarter results

May 6, 2026 / United States
The Seattle-based e-commerce giant reported a 17% increase in net sales in the first quarter of the year compared to the same period last year. The AWS segment delivered a noteworthy performance

Rocky Brands posts sales growth as tariffs weigh on margins and profits

May 6, 2026 / United States
The US-based footwear manufacturer posted a 9.1% year-on-year increase in net sales in the first quarter, but margins and profitability were under pressure from higher tariff-related costs during the period

Columbia Sportswear beats first-quarter expectations

May 6, 2026 / United States
The US-based outdoor company exceeded its own expectations in the first quarter, with strong international demand helping to offset weaker US sales and pressure related to tariffs

Prada reports first-quarter growth

May 4, 2026 / Italy
Despite a disrupted environment, the Italy-based luxury group reported a 3% organic growth in the first quarter of the year, supported by a solid performance in the Asia-Pacific and Americas regions

Crocs posts soft first quarter but raises full-year outlook

May 1, 2026 / United States
The US-based company reported a slight drop in revenue and earnings in the first quarter. However, stronger direct-to-consumer sales supported a modest increase in full-year guidance

adidas off to a strong start in 2026

Apr 30, 2026 / Germany
The Germany-based sportswear company has reported a strong start to 2026, with double-digit sales growth and increased profitability, driven by widespread demand for its products across markets

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Apr 29, 2026 / Business Conditions Survey
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Asos confirms sharp underlying profitability growth in the H1

Apr 29, 2026 / United Kingdom
The UK-based online fashion retailer reported a 51% increase in underlying profitability during the first half of the 2026 fiscal year. Declines in GMV and revenue were in line with expectations

Kizik launches its first running shoe

Apr 29, 2026 / United States
The US-based hands-free footwear company has launched the Freedom Run model. This marks a major expansion of the brand's proprietary hands-free technology into the performance running category

SECOND CALL: Join the 14th edition of the World Footwear Business Conditions Survey

Apr 27, 2026 / 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!

Nike to cut 1,400 jobs in operations and technology

Apr 27, 2026 / United States
The US-based company plans to cut 1,400 roles in operations and technology under the next phase of its “Win Now” turnaround plan, as stated in an memo by COO Venkatesh Alagirisamy
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