World Footwear

Companies

Nordstrom announces leadership shift

Sep 21, 2016 / United States
The US-based company appointed a new President of Nordstrom.com and will implement Strategic Shifts in its leadership positions

Skechers launches joint venture in Israel

Sep 20, 2016 / Israel
The US-based footwear giant announced that it has signed a new joint venture partnership for Israel with its current regional distributor, MGS Sport Trading Ltd

Tofel aims to conquer new markets

Sep 19, 2016 / Portugal
Several decades dedicated to the footwear industry position the Felgueiras-based company to conquer new markets outside Europe

Teva and UGG unveil hybrid collection

Sep 17, 2016 / United States
The two brands, both divisions of the Deckers Brands group, have unveiled a new collection that takes cues from their iconic footwear heritage

Asics and Foot Locker together to launch student-designed shoe

Sep 16, 2016 / United States
The announcement was made following the first master class Fueling the Future of Footwear developed in partnership with Asics America

Brazilian footwear exports show signs of recovery

Sep 15, 2016 / Brazil
Local footwear companies exported roughly 10 million pairs of shoes in August, increasing by 10.6% compared to similar month in 2015, based on figures released by Abicalçados

Hermes abandons mid-term revenue target

Sep 15, 2016 / France
One of the world’s most luxurious fashion brands has announced it won’t continue to forecast annual revenue growth due to persistent political and monetary uncertainty

Tod’s with disappointing first half

Sep 15, 2016 / Italy
Consolidated sales for the first half of 2016 totaled 497.6 million euros, down by 3.4% from similar period last year

Challenging operating environment impacts Stella

Sep 13, 2016 / Hong Kong
According to the Hong Kong-based group the decline in casual footwear orders was a leading contributor to lower shipments and revenue in quarter two

Shoe Carnival consolidates comparable sales

Sep 13, 2016 / United States
The US-based retailer of footwear and accessories reported results for the second quarter ended on the 30th of July.  Comparable store sales increased for the eighth consecutive quarter

Declining sales at Genesco

Sep 13, 2016 / United States
The Nashville-based footwear, apparel and accessories retailer announced second quarter results. Sales are down from similar period last year and management underlines challenging environment

Wolverine completes debt refinancing

Sep 13, 2016 / United States
The Michigan-based company announced the completion of its debt refinancing activities, including the amendment of its senior credit facility and the redemption of its 6.125% Senior Notes due 2020 

Positive start for Bangladesh's leather footwear exports in the new financial year

Sep 12, 2016 / Bangladesh
According to data released by the local leathergoods and footwear association, in the period July – August sales abroad of leather products have represented 110.7% of the target established for the period

Steinhoff acquires South African shoe retailer

Sep 9, 2016 / South Africa
The South African-based international retail holding company, agreed to buy Tekkie Town, a local shoe retailer with 302 stores. The announcement follows recent confirmation of 2 digits' growth in the company’s profit

Perks, the reinterpretation of footwear

Sep 9, 2016 / Portugal
Drawing inspiration from the reinterpretation of the classic male shoe, Perks combines innovation and 75 years of experience and know how to design timeless and versatile shoes
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