Footwear
JCPenney to close more than 100 stores
JC Penney believes this to be the right strategy to adjust the business allowing it to effectively compete against the growing threat of online retailers
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
Sales down at Macy’s
The Cincinnati-based company reported declining sales and earnings in the fourth quarter and year. Outlook for 2017 points to further declines
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%
Did you know that cork-based shoes are healthier and more comfortable?
As light as resistant. As natural as sophisticated. As traditional as timeless. Cork can always make a perfect fit. At least is what they believe at Amorim Cork Composites
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
Attendance at theMICAM up by 5%
The 83rd edition of the Milan trade show has closed with and attendance of 44 610 visitors
Aéropostale to reopen 500 stores
After filing for bankruptcy in May and getting acquired in September, the retailer has announced it will reopen stores in the US
What do consumers look for in terms of comfort?
During the last GDS CEC presented the results of a survey to consumers indicating their needs and desires in terms of comfortable and fashionable shoes. The survey is part of the Erasmus+ funded project Fit2Com
Skechers with record sales
The US-based company has announced quarter sales of 764.3 million US dollars, increasing by 5.8% from similar period in 2015. Record annual net sales of 3.56 billion US dollars were reported (+13.2%)-
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