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Leather, leather goods and footwear as Product of the Year in Bangladesh
The nomination was announced by the country’s Prime Minister Sheikh Hasina. The authorities have set an ambitious aim for the Leather industry’s exports earnings
Aldo names new CEO
The footwear retailer has appointed David Bensadoun as its new Chief Executive, to replace Patrick Frisk
Crocs to close 160 stores by 2018
While announcing its fourth quarter and fiscal year results the US-based company has also confirmed it has a plan to close 30% of its stores within the next two years
VF Corporation with solid 2016
The US-based manufacturer and distributor of branded footwear, accessories and apparel confirmed annual revenue in line with the previous year, with the Timberland brand revenue up by 4% in the fourth quarter
Skechers Kids wins Design Excellence Award
The California-based sportswear collection has been recognized with a design excellence award in the children’s category from trade publication Footwear Plus
Fast paced growing imports threatening the Argentinian industry
The growth of 62% in footwear imports so far this year combined with the fall in domestic consumption and the rise in production costs had a strong impact on the sector
Fila to sponsor the Netherlands Olympic Team
The sporstwear brand has entered into a sports apparel sponsorship agreement with the Netherlands Olympic Committee (NOC)
Nordstrom earnings exceed expectations
The Seattle-based company today reported fourth quarter earnings that exceeded expectations, reflecting continuous improvements to its operating model
Seventh consecutive year of growth for Foot Locker
The New York-based specialty athletic retailer reported financial results for its fourth quarter and full year (ended on the 28th of January)
New Balance teams up with New Era Cap
The two brands launched a new collaboration for 2017 that will include limited-edition products for baseball players
Vietnam is not concerned with the US dropping the TPP
The Asian country is one of the main footwear producers and exporters, and the US the largest consumer market for shoes. In 2016 Vietnam's footwear exports to the US grew by 9%
Fourth quarter growth boosts Ferragamo
The Italy-based luxury brand reported revenue of 1.4 billion euros in 2016, a 1% increase on the previous year at current exchange rates (revenue down by 2% in constant rates)
Under Armour’s footwear revenue hits 1 billion US dollars
The Baltimore-based sports brand recorded revenue of 4.8 billion US dollars in 2016, up by 22% from the previous year, driven by strong performance in its footwear business
New regulations for textiles and footwear in Argentina
The Bureau of Trade of Argentina published a resolution requiring the presentation of a Product Composition Sworn Declaration (DJCP) to the Bureau of Trade of the Ministry of Production by manufacturers and importers of textile and footwear
Steve Madden acquires Schwartz & Benjamin
The New-York based designer and marketer of fashion footwear and accessories for women, men and children announced that it has completed the acquisition of the privately held Schwartz & Benjamin, Inc.-
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