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adidas lowers again full year outlook

Oct 26, 2022 / Germany
The company, which announced preliminary results for the third quarter, cut once again its 2022 guidance in light of a drop in Greater China traffic and inventory build-up in Western markets

Decathlon changes name to 'Nolhtaced' in three Belgian cities

Oct 20, 2022 / France
The sporting goods retailer has changed its name to Nohltaced (Decathlon written backwards) in Evere, Namur and Ghent, for one month, as part of its campaign to promote reverse selling

Skechers sues Hermès for patent infringement

Oct 20, 2022 / United States
The US-based company announced that it has sued the luxury group for allegedly infringing on multiple patents regarding its Massage Fit sole technology

Puma releases sneaker infused with nitrogen foam

Oct 18, 2022 / Germany
The German-based company has launched Extent, a sneaker inspired by the brand's archive of 2000s long-distance running shoes whose midsole features an innovative nitrogen-infused foam

Golden Goose acquires Italian Fashion Team

Oct 11, 2022 / Italy
The luxury sneakers brand announced that it has bought its top supplier for an undisclosed sum to boost capacity while retaining its commitment to authenticity and sustainability

Christian Louboutin to launch a family-focused line

Oct 10, 2022 / France
The luxury footwear and accessories brand announced the launch of LoubiFamily, a brand-new product category designed for every family's member, from adults to kids and pets

Zalando and Nike strengthen long-term partnership

Oct 6, 2022 / Germany
The German-based online retailer announced a new step in its strategic partnership with Nike with the introduction of a new membership programme in ten European countries

Nike announces first quarter results

Oct 4, 2022 / United States
The US-based company reported revenue growth in the first quarter of fiscal 2023, but a decline in earnings mainly due to overstocked inventory. Performance in China impacted by COVID-19-related disruptions

Swiss On presents first-ever carbon emission shoe

Sep 22, 2022 / Switzerland
In collaboration with LanzaTech, Borealis, and Technip Energies, the sportswear brand created the Cloudprime sneaker using carbon emissions as a raw material to reduce the brand's carbon footprint

Skechers SVP of Domestic Sales Rick Graham to retire

Sep 20, 2022 / United States
After being with Skechers for nearly 30 years, Senior Vice President of Domestic Sales Rick Graham announced his retirement. He will be succeeded by Pete Calichman, who joined the company in 2017

Todd Krinsky is Reebok's new CEO

Sep 13, 2022 / United States
Authentic Brands Group, the owner of Reebok, has named Todd Krinsky to the role of CEO. He succeeds Matt O'Toole, who led the sportswear brand for over 15 years and will join ABG in January 2023

Louis Vuitton launches sustainable sneaker

Sep 9, 2022 / France
The French luxury Maison, owned by LVMH, released a new unisex version of the LV trainer made from 90% recycled and organic materials, designed by its late creative director Virgil Abloh

Moncler launches new footwear line

Sep 8, 2022 / Italy
Seeking to accelerate the development of its footwear segment, the Milan-based luxury brand announced the launch of the Trailgrip collection, inspired by its mountaineer heritage

adidas CEO to unexpectedly step down in 2023

Sep 7, 2022 / Germany
The German-based sportswear giant announced that CEO Kasper Rorsted will step down next year, before his contract is due to run out, and that it is already searching for a successor

Puma to host sustainable fashion conference in London

Aug 23, 2022 / United Kingdom
The sports giant aims to discuss solutions for some of the fashion industry’s most pressing sustainability challenges such as waste, materials and climate change at a global event in September. Conference of the People will take place in London
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