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Lineapelle closes on a high

Mar 1, 2017 / Italy
The 92nd edition of Lineapelle was held in Milan from the 21st to the 23rd of February and had over 21 800 visitors

Global Footwear Retail Conference discusses politics, global trade and digital

Feb 28, 2017 / Hong Kong
The footwear industry will gather in Hong Kong on the 30th of March to reflect on some of the most pressing topics impacting their business nowadays

Fast paced growing imports threatening the Argentinian industry

Feb 28, 2017 / Argentina
The growth of 62% in footwear imports so far this year combined with the fall in domestic consumption and the rise in production costs had a strong impact on the sector

JCPenney to close more than 100 stores

Feb 27, 2017 / United States
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

Feb 25, 2017 / United States
The sporstwear brand has entered into a sports apparel sponsorship agreement with the Netherlands Olympic Committee (NOC)

Get ready for a complete event for leather, materials and fashion

Feb 24, 2017 / Hong Kong
Now approaching its 33rd edition APLF will present a complete event integrating leather, components, materials as well as fashion accessories and the latest trends

Nordstrom earnings exceed expectations

Feb 24, 2017 / United States
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

Feb 23, 2017 / United States
The New York-based specialty athletic retailer reported financial results for its fourth quarter and full year (ended on the 28th of January)

Vapesol, always a step ahead

Feb 23, 2017 / Portugal
Founded in 1998, the Portugal-based company is a manufacturer of shoe soles and is based in one of the historic regions for footwear production, in the north of the country

New Balance teams up with New Era Cap

Feb 22, 2017 / United States
The two brands launched a new collaboration for 2017 that will include limited-edition products for baseball players

Sales down at Macy’s

Feb 22, 2017 / United States
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

Feb 21, 2017 / Vietnam
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%

Iconic: the new Portuguese Shoes campaign

Feb 20, 2017 / Portugal
In 2017 actress Victoria Guerra returns to the Portuguese Shoes campaign to give life to six icons, who summarize the history of an industry

Did you know that cork-based shoes are healthier and more comfortable?

Feb 20, 2017 / Portugal
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

Feb 18, 2017 / Italy
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)
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