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India: second largest consumer market for footwear

In 2017 India overtook the US as the second largest consumer of footwear: a milestone in Asia’s ascent to prominence in the world market, reflecting strong demographic and economic trends

Columbia with strongest results in its history

Nov 5, 2018 / United States
The Oregon-based sportswear company reported net income for the third quarter increasing by 14% to 100.2 million US dollars. Sales increased by 6% in the period. Based on this, Columbia Sportswear is updating its outlook for the year

Crocs to reach 100 stores in India

Nov 5, 2018 / India
The US-based company famous for its clogs will open four stores in Bengaluru, Chennai, Mumbai and Surat by November

Nigeria: local association urges government to act on imports

Nov 2, 2018 / Nigeria
The Leather Products Manufacturers Association of Abia State (LEPMAAS) has urged the Nigerian Government to urgently tackle threats posed by imported shoes, bags and belts to local manufacturers

Sale of the Reef brand completed

Nov 2, 2018 / United States
VF Corporation, a group focused on branded lifestyle apparel, footwear and accessories, announced that it has completed the sale of the Reef brand to The Rockport Group (Rockport)
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