Companies
Aymod set to open its doors
The Turkish’s largest footwear fair, which will be held from the 30th of March to the 2nd of April, in Istanbul, is ready to welcome approximately 450 companies and more than 40 000 visitors
MICAM to focus on sustainability
The upcoming edition of the international footwear trade show at Fiera Milano Rho, to be held from the 13th to the 15th of March, will carry several initiatives centred around sustainability
Dick’s Sporting Goods posts growth in 2021
The sporting goods retailer has reported net sales of 12.29 billion US dollars in the full year 2021, reflecting growth of 28.3% and 40.5%, on a comparable basis with fiscal 2020 and 2019
Footwear business not expected to be carbon neutral by 2050
Sustainability is becoming more of a real concern for businesses and inhabitants of this world. However, some claim this is just a fashion trend or a marketing tool. With that in mind we have asked our panel if the footwear industry will be able to be carbon neutral by 2050. Half of the respondents don’t believe that will happen
Burberry committed to being the best place to work for women
While committing to becoming the best place to work for women, the luxury group announced its support to the National Literacy Trust and The Prince’s Trust women supporting initiatives
adidas names Chief Creative Officer
The sportswear company has announced the appointment of Alasdhair Willis to the position of Chief Creative Officer, effective April
Geox closes 2021 with strong performance
The Italian brand posted revenue growth of 13.8% over 2020, reaching 608.9 million euros in 2021, driven by the performance of the wholesale channel and the gradual reopening of stores
Fashion brands halt sales in Russia
Pressure has been mounting on the Fashion industry to cut off commercial trading with Russia in the aftermath of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine on the 24th of February
Reve de Flo produces women’s shoes until size 46
The Portuguese-based footwear company, focused on the women’s segment, has surprised once more. It now produces large shoe sizes by consumer demand
Matt Priest: the US footwear industry is resilient and agile
We have spoken to Matt Priest, who is the President & CEO of the Footwear Distributor & Retailers of America, to discuss in detail the achievement of the 100.7 billion US dollars record on consumer demand for shoes in 2021. We have also ventured into the future, going over the main concerns for the US footwear industry, such as rising inflation (7.5% in January), additional duties on Chinese consumers goods, but also the opportunities on the horizon
Polish footwear industry fears the impact of the war
The impact of the war between Russia and Ukraine on the industry might be substantial. Both countries represent important markets for Polish shoes
Wolverine Worldwide posts strong full year 2021
The Michigan-based giant has reported that revenue and earnings in the fourth quarter and full year 2021 have exceeded expectations despite ongoing supply chain disruptions
Foot Locker posts strong full year 2021
The retailer announced the results for the fourth quarter and full year 2021. Net income for fiscal 2021 totalled 893 million US dollars, as compared with 323 million US dollars in 2020
Farfetch announces first year of adjusted EBITDA profitability
The luxury e-commerce platform has reported a record Gross Merchandise Value of 4.2 billion US dollars in 2021. Adjusted Ebitda margin rose to a positive 0.1%
ABG completes the acquisition of Reebok
Authentic Brands Group has announced that it has finalized the acquisition of Reebok from adidas, its largest acquisition to date-
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