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Diadora appoints new USA Chief Marketing Officer
The Italian-based sporting goods manufacturer has appointed Ryan Eckel, former brand president of running brand Tracksmith, as its next USA Chief Marketing Officer
Low expectations for a recovery in the Italian luxury sector
There are no signs that the downturn in the luxury sector is over, says the Confindustria Moda. Only 1 in 10 entrepreneurs expects an improvement in the second quarter of the year
A negative start to the year 2024 for Italian footwear
In the first quarter of the year, the Italian footwear industry recorded “significant setbacks in all economic indicators”, including exports and turnover. More than 80% of entrepreneurs do not expect an improvement before 2025
More than 9 000 visitors at the last edition of Expo Riva Schuh
The 101st edition of Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags, held in Riva del Garda from the 15th and the 18th of June, attracted more than 9 000 visitors from 100 countries around the world
Golden Goose postpones IPO
Permira-backed luxury sneaker company Golden Goose has postponed its IPO due to a climate of political uncertainty in Europe. The shares were due to start trading next Friday
Positive 2023 for Italian footwear, leather goods and tannery machinery exports
According to ASSOMAC, the association representing Italian manufacturers of footwear, leather goods and tanning technology, the 3.66% year-on-year growth in exports in 2023 shows the “resilience” of the sector
Slight increase in the attendance of foreign buyers at Pitti Uomo
The first data on the final turnout at the men’s fashion fair in Florence indicates a slight increase in the number of foreign buyers, but a decrease in the number of Italian ones
Golden Goose valued at up to 1.86 billion euros for IPO
The Italian luxury sneaker company is targeting a market capitalisation of up to 1.86 billion euros in its initial public offering on the Milan stock exchange, below earlier expectations
Giovanna Ceolini: We have many tough challenges on the horizon
We spoke to Giovanna Ceolini, recently re-elected President of Assocalzaturifici until 2027, to explore the association’s key priorities for the future in the face of a challenging economic climate. We also discussed the upcoming edition of MICAM, which has recently moved to a three-day format
Golden Goose to list in Milan in June
The Italian Luxury sneaker brand Golden Goose plans to list on the Milan stock exchange in June, saying it will sell 100 million euros worth of shares to fund expansion and pay down debt
Sales decline at Geox
The Italy-based group has reported a sales decrease of 13.5% in the first quarter of the year, as compared to the same period of 2023, mainly due to the performance of the wholesale channel in all regions
Weak performance in China affects Tod’s first quarter turnover
Ahead of the delisting, the Italian luxury group has reported a 6.7% year-on-year fall in turnover in the first quarter of the year, mainly due to a weak performance in the Chinese market
Expo Riva Schuh: latest shoe and bag trends to be showcased at Highlights area
At the next edition of the Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags, which will be held from the 15th and the 18th of June, the Highlights area is set to consolidate its role as a benchmark for trends in the footwear and bag sectors
Global business platform Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags to return in June
The next edition of the international Expo Riva Schuh & Gardabags trade fair will take place from the 15th to the 18th of June in Riva del Garda, Italy, showcasing the latest trends and innovations in the industry
2023: a slow year for Italian footwear exports
Footwear exports in 2023 faced a gradual decline, resulting in a year-end figure that was 0.6% lower in value as compared to the previous year. Negative import figures also suggest a lack of momentum in the market-
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