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New Balance's 17 million US dollars military contract
Following the US Berry Amendment, the Department of Defense has awarded New Balance a 17.3 million US dollars firm-fixed price contract to produce athletic shoes for military going through basic training
VF to acquire Altra
The North Carolina-based company, specialised in branded lifestyle apparel, footwear and accessories, and ICON Health & Fitness, Inc. announced they have signed a definitive purchase agreement for the Altra footwear brand
Nordstrom invests in digital technology
With the aim to further integrate technology across its business, Nordstrom announced it has closed deals to acquire two leading retail technology companies: BevyUp and MessageYes
Caleres reports a set of good results
The US-based company announced increases in sales, margins and earnings for both the fourth quarter and the complete year
Skechers gives back to community
The US-based footwear giant gave more than 1.5 million US dollars to Children with Special Needs and Education
Birkenstock, brand of the year
Footwear Plus magazine announced the winners of the 19th annual Plus Awards. The awards are determined by the votes of industry members and consumers
Target and Hunter with limited-edition collection
The Minneapolis-based discount store retailer and the British-based brand known for its iconic Original Wellington boot have set up a partnership to issue a spring lifestyle collection celebrating families, fun and the outdoors
Crocs with strong quarter
Revenue in the fourth quarter reached 199.1 million US dollars, growing by 6.2%, contributing for results above guidance, with a loss reduction
Strong quarter for VF
The US-based company has reported better than expected fourth quarter results, with two digits growth in revenue for the period. Revenue growth in the full year totaled 7%
Under Armour recovers after disappointing quarters
Fourth quarter revenue was up by 5% contributing to a 5 billion US dollars full year revenue. After a series of disappointing quarters and several senior management changes, the end of 2017 was brighter
LVHM partners with Stadium Goods
The luxury house has formed a “partnership” with Stadium Goods, the New York City-based sneaker consignment company. The deal is being set through LVHM Luxury Ventures
Skechers with record full-year sales
The California-based footwear company announced financial results for the fourth quarter and year ended the 31st of December. Annual sales of 4.16 billion US dollars represent a new record for Skechers
Tapestry: net sales up by 35%
The New York-based house of modern luxury accessories and lifestyle brands reported second quarter results for the period ended on the 30th of December
Wolverine's new guidance for 2018
The Michigan-based footwear giant, provided an update for fiscal year 2018 outlook, including the announcement of the investment plan to drive its new Global Growth Agenda
Genesco considers selling Lids Sports
If the sale is confirmed it will enable Genesco to focus on operating and growing its leading footwear platform to drive long-term shareholder value-
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