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H&M warns of potential job cuts among UK support staff

Aug 12, 2026 / United Kingdom
The Sweden-based fashion group has informed around 250 of its UK support office employees about a proposed reorganisation and consultation process that could lead to job losses

Genesco announces retirement of Chief Strategy and Digital Officer

Aug 11, 2026 / United States
The US-based footwear retailer has announced the retirement of Parag D. Desai, Senior Vice President and Chief Strategy and Digital Officer, after more than a decade with the company

New Generation: João Mendes, ISI Soles

Aug 10, 2026 / Portugal
João Mendes, a Management Information Systems graduate from the University of Coimbra, is part of the second generation at ISI Soles, a company that specialises in producing components for the footwear industry

Ferragamo returns to profit

Aug 10, 2026 / Italy
The Italy-based luxury group has returned to profitability in the first half of 2026, supported by an improved operational performance and stronger direct-to-consumer net sales

Steve Madden lifts fiscal 2026 outlook again after strong second quarter

Aug 7, 2026 / United States
The US-based designer and marketer of footwear and accessories has reported strong second-quarter results, raising its fiscal 2026 outlook for the second consecutive quarter

Geox improves profitability despite first-half sales decline

Aug 7, 2026 / Italy
The Italy-based company has reported sales of 270.4 million euros in the first half of 2026, a decrease of 11.4% year-on-year, while adjusted EBIT increased to 5.6 million euros from 0.6 million euros

Sales growth continues at Rocky Brands in the second quarter

Aug 6, 2026 / United States
The US-based footwear manufacturer has reported a 12% year-on-year increase in second-quarter net sales, while earnings improved due to the recognition of actual and anticipated recoveries of IEEPA tariffs

Prada reports solid first-half performance

Aug 6, 2026 / Italy
Despite the ongoing geopolitical uncertainty, the Italy-based luxury group has reported a year-on-year revenue growth of 16% on a constant currency basis and 5% on an organic basis in the first half of 2026

Crocs raises full-year outlook

Aug 5, 2026 / United States
Crocs delivered stronger-than-expected second-quarter results, driven by solid direct-to-consumer growth and momentum in its core brand, leading the company to raise its full-year 2026 outlook

Puma posts soft second-quarter results

Aug 5, 2026 / Germany
The Germany-based sportswear company has reported soft second-quarter results, marked by weaker consumer demand and the ongoing reset of its business weighing on sales

International markets support Columbia Sportswear’s second-quarter growth

Aug 4, 2026 / United States
The US-based company has exceeded its sales guidance in the second quarter, with international growth partly offsetting weaker performance in the US and Canada

Amazon reports 20% net sales growth in the second quarter

Aug 4, 2026 / United States
The Seattle-based online giant reported a 20% year-on-year increase in net sales in the second quarter, driven by strong growth in its AWS segment. Significant investment in AI infrastructure continues

adidas delivers record second-quarter revenue

Aug 3, 2026 / Germany
The Germany-based company posted a record revenue of 6.74 billion euros in the second quarter, driven by double-digit sales growth across key markets and strong demand for its FIFA World Cup 2026 and Originals collections

VF Corp raises full-year revenue guidance despite continued Vans weakness

Jul 31, 2026 / United States
The US-based company has raised its revenue guidance for the 2027 fiscal year after exceeding its own expectations in the first quarter. However, Vans remains a weak spot for the group

Hermès posts solid first-half performance

Jul 31, 2026 / France
The France-based luxury group posted a solid performance in the first half of the year, with sales growing across all markets except the Middle East
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