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Shoe Carnival names Kerry Jackson to lead New Business Development

Jun 9, 2025 / United States
The US-based footwear retailer has announced the return of industry veteran Kerry Jackson to the newly created role of Senior Vice President of New Business Development

Dr. Martens appoints former Nike executive as President of Americas Region

Jun 5, 2025 / United Kingdom
The UK-based footwear company has appointed Paul Zadoff, a former Nike executive, as President of the Americas, as part of its ongoing efforts to rebuild its business in the US

Shoe Carnival confirms full year outlook

Jun 4, 2025 / United States
Despite declining sales in the first quarter, the US-based footwear retailer has confirmed its full year outlook, mainly thanks to a successful growth strategy for its Shoe Station banner

APICCAPS joins Vogue Business to address the ongoing global production upheaval

Jun 4, 2025 / Portugal
Today, APICCAPS and Vogue Business are hosting an event at the Nine Orchard rooftop, New York, to explore new production opportunities in an increasingly unstable global environment

First quarter expectations were not met by Caleres

Jun 3, 2025 / United States
The US-based company has reported that its first quarter results fell short of expectations, with net sales and profitability declining. In the short term, Caleres will focus on cost control and operational optimisation

US Trade Court blocks most of Trump’s global tariffs

May 30, 2025 / United States
The Court of International Trade ruled that President Trump did not have the authority to impose blanket tariffs on imports from US trading partners. This voids most of the tariffs that sparked the latest global trade war

Nordstrom goes private

May 30, 2025 / United States
The Seattle-based retailer has announced that the brothers Erik and Pete Nordstrom, along with other members of the family, have completed the acquisition of Nordstrom in partnership with El Puerto de Liverpool

VF Corp reports fourth quarter results

May 29, 2025 / United States
The US-based company has reported fourth quarter revenue in line with guidance, driven by the performance of The North Face and Timberland brands. It has also exceeded operating income guidance

Capri Holdings posts wider net loss in the fourth quarter

May 29, 2025 / United States
The US-based luxury group posted a wider net loss in the fourth quarter of fiscal year 2025 as it continues to execute initiatives aimed at returning to growth. The upcoming sale of Versace is expected to help reduce debt

Terence Reilly appointed Chief Brand Officer at Crocs

May 28, 2025 / United States
Crocs has promoted Terence Reilly to the position of Executive Vice President and Chief Brand Officer. He is now responsible for marketing and communications for both the Crocs and Heydude brands

Strong full year 2025 for Deckers

May 28, 2025 / United States
The US-based company reported full year 2025 results, with net sales increasing by 16.3% year-on-year. This was driven by strong performance from both the Hoka and Ugg brands

Trump threatens to impose a 50% tariff on EU goods

May 26, 2025 / United States
On Friday, US President Donald Trump used social media to threaten a 50% tariff on European Union (EU) imports from the 1st of June, reigniting fears of a trade war. After a weekend call, he agreed to delay it until the 9th of July

Authentic Brands Group expands its portfolio with Dockers acquisition

May 26, 2025 / United States
The US-based brand management group has announced that it will acquire the Dockers brand from Levi Strauss & Co. for 311 million USD. The transaction is expected to be finalised in the third quarter

Under Armour reports fourth quarter and full year 2025 results

May 23, 2025 / United States
The Baltimore-based company reported a decline in fourth quarter revenue across geographies and segments, but an increase in gross margin, as it continues to reposition the brand for long-term growth

Darren Mckoy (ex-Dr Martens) joins Timberland

May 22, 2025 / United States
VF Corp's group brand Timberland has named Darren Mckoy as its new Global Vice President of Product Design & Creative Direction
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