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Shoe Carnival’s rebanner strategy delivers strong gross margin results
Despite a decline in net sales, strong gross margin improvements in the second quarter have reflected the successful implementation of the rebanner strategy at Shoe Carnival year-to-date
Genesco lifts full year sales outlook driven by Journeys’ strength
The US-based footwear company has reported a solid performance in the second quarter of this year, with rising year-on-year sales. Journeys continues to gain traction
3G Capital and Skechers receive regulatory approval for acquisition
Skechers and 3G Capital have announced that all the necessary regulatory approvals have been received for 3G Capital to proceed with its acquisition of the California-based footwear brand
Columbia launches new campaign to fuel growth
The ‘Engineered for Whatever’ campaign aims to breathe new life into Columbia brand’s signature across different media, as part of Columbia Sportswear’s ACCELERATE Growth strategy
Wolverine Worldwide launches junior board
The US-based outdoor company has now set up an advisory board consisting of 11 early-career professionals, with the aim of further strengthening its culture of innovation and collaboration
Crocs delivers solid second quarter but lowers guidance on macro headwinds
The US-based footwear company reported a solid performance in the second quarter of the year. However, it lowered its revenue guidance for the next quarter due to macroeconomic headwinds
Capri Holdings reports encouraging first quarter results
The owner of Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo reported first quarter results that exceeded revenue and profitability expectations, following the removal of Versace from its financial statements
Authentic Brands to acquire the majority of Guess?'s intellectual property
Authentic Brands Group has reached an agreement with lifestyle brand Guess? to acquire a majority stake in its intellectual property in a deal valued at approximately 1.4 billion USD
Brian Costello appointed as President of Famous Footwear
US-based footwear company Caleres has appointed Brian Costello as President of Famous Footwear. He joined the retail chain earlier this year as Chief Merchandising Officer
Wolverine Worldwide posts sound second quarter performance
The US-based outdoor company has reported strong performance in the second quarter, driven by growth of the Merrell and Saucony brands and sound profitability gains
Amazon delivers strong second quarter results
The Seattle-based e-commerce giant has delivered strong second quarter results as it continues to invest in artificial intelligence to improve customer experience across segments
US-China tariff truce extended by 90 days
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order delaying the introduction of higher tariffs on Chinese goods by a further 90 days, while negotiations between the two countries continue
VF Corp posts first quarter results above guidance
The parent company of the brands The North Face, Vans and Timberland has reported first quarter revenue and profitability that exceed its own guidance as it continues to pursue its transformation strategy
US tariffs policies weigh on Steve Madden’s second quarter performance
The US-based footwear, accessories and apparel company has reported a 6.8% year-on-year revenue growth in the second quarter. However, the shift in US tariff policies has impacted its profitability
Kizik files patent infringement lawsuit against Skechers
HandsFree Lab, the parent company of Kizik, has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Skechers regarding the Hands Free Slip-ins line. The California-based company intends to “aggressively challenge” the allegations-
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