World Footwear

Shoes

Macy’s and J.C. Penney announce closure of stores

Jan 9, 2015 / United States
The two US-based giant retailers announced they are shrinking their physical distribution network, by closing some of the stores currently in business

Modest sales growth for Steve Madden

Jan 9, 2015 / United States
The US-based fashion footwear brand announced preliminary sales results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended 31st December 2014 and updated its fiscal year 2014 EPS guidance

Get to know Guava

Jan 8, 2015 / Portugal
One of the most original Portuguese footwear brands with distinctive features such as asymmetric heels, vibrant colors and unique details

CCC continues dynamic growth

Jan 8, 2015 / Poland
Two digits growth continues to characterize the performance of one of the largest distributor and manufacturers of footwear in Poland

Nike’s future orders slow down

Jan 8, 2015 / United States
Reported future orders of the US-based company grew with a slower pace during the second quarter of the financial year, indicating a decrease in demand of their products

Footwear industry in Pakistan with dynamic growth

Jan 7, 2015 / Pakistan
Exports of Pakistani footwear increased by 21.1% during the first five months of the current fiscal year (July-November), as compared to similar period in 2013

FDRA's new hires

Jan 7, 2015 / United States
The Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America announced the hiring of two new staff with strong political background. This move is being seen as a strong intention to work on tariffs elimination

Coach confirms acquisition of Stuart Weitzman

Jan 7, 2015 / United States
Modern luxury accessories and lifestyle company Coach announced the definitive agreement with private equity firm Sycamore Partners to acquire Stuart Weitzman. The transaction can reach up to 574 million US dollars

Brazilians anticipate negative 2014

Jan 6, 2015 / Brazil
According to Abicalçados, the Brazilian Shoe Manufacturers Association, during 2014 worrying decreases were registered across all industry's indicators

Coach might close deal to buy Stuart Weitzman soon

Jan 6, 2015 / United States
Accessories retailer Coach Inc. is being quoted as being in the final stage of the process to acquire shoe company Stuart Weitzman

Alpargatas consolidates revenue growth

Jan 5, 2015 / Brazil
The Brazil-based company posted consolidated net revenue up by 4.5% in the third quarter of the year. Net income totaled 17.2 million euros, down by 25% from similar period last year

Get to know ShoeKonnect

Jan 5, 2015 / India
A group of students from Delhi University created ShoeKonnect, a social online pllatform aiming to link the footwear industry

Mac DeMarco's old shoes sold for 21 100 US dollars

Jan 5, 2015 / Canada
The artist’s trainers, worn during its live tour in 2014 have been sold on ebay. Money obtained with the sale will benefit a non-profit music and mentoring programme for women

Hermès with solid results

Jan 2, 2015 / France
Sales for the third quarter were up by 10.6% (11.1% at constant rates), reaching 990.6 million euros

Crocs involved in legal battle

Dec 31, 2014 / India
Several Indian agency news are stating that the US-based firm is pursuing legal action against several companies over alleged trademark violations
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