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Under Armour posts wider full-year net loss
Despite an improved adjusted operating performance, the US-based sportswear company reported a wider full-year net loss in 2026 as restructuring and tax-related charges impacted results
WHP Global to acquire Marc Jacobs from LVMH
The France-based luxury conglomerate has reached a definitive agreement to sell Marc Jacobs to WHP Global, the parent company of Vera Wang, G-Star and Rag & Bone
Birkenstock reports revenue growth but profits come under pressure
Although profitability declined amid a challenging macroeconomic environment, the Germany-based footwear company reported revenue growth across all regions and sales channels
FAIST Voices: meet DCSI PRO
Part of the FAIST consortium, DCSI PRO is developing automation, robotics and digital solutions to support the technological transformation of footwear production
Genesco appoints Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer
Genesco has appointed Ashley Randolph as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer. She has worked at the company for 20 years and was most recently Vice President and Corporate Controller
UK consumer sentiment experiences biggest quarterly fall since summer 2022
According to PwC’s latest Consumer Sentiment Survey, global geoppolitical events have dented consumer confidence, which has fallen to its lowest level since autumn 2023 and at the fastest quarterly rate since June 2022
MICAM reshapes layout for its 102nd edition
The September edition of MICAM Milano 102 will feature a reworked layout aimed at smoother circulation, with pavilions reorganised to make the visitor journey clearer across the show
Grendene reports soft first-quarter results
Despite higher sales volumes, the Brazilian company reported weaker revenue and margins in the first quarter as consumers shifted towards lower-priced products due to cautious spending
Tapestry raises full-year outlook
The US-based accessible luxury group has reported strong third-quarter results, marked by a strong performance at Coach. As a result, the group raised its full-year outlook
Ofir Dagan from Movmenta: we measure the performance of the shoe, not the athlete
In today’s interview, we spoke to Ofir Dagan, Co-Founder and CEO of Movmenta, a British sports technology start-up tackling a common blind spot in running: knowing when shoes have lost their protective function, even if they still look good
OTWorld trade fair spotlights AI and robotics
The Leipzig trade exhibition brings market leaders and start-ups together, with guided tours and exhibition areas spanning materials, workshop equipment, rehab tech, prosthetics and footwear
JD Sports announces full-year 2026 results
The UK-based sportswear retailer reported a 2.1% year-on-year increase in organic sales in fiscal 2026, while profit before tax and adjusting items declined amid challenging market conditions
Pitti Uomo hosts Sunflower for CPHFW project
In June, Sunflower will present a special event at Pitti Uomo through a partnership with Copenhagen Fashion Week, introducing the Copenhagen-based brand to a broader international audience
Alameda Turquesa arrives at The Devil Wears Prada
The Portuguese luxury brand Alameda Turquesa has reached a new milestone, with its handbags featuring in the film The Devil Wears Prada 2. This appearance further strengthens the brand’s international presence
Strong first quarter for the owner of Havaianas
The Brazilian company Alpargatas has reported double-digit net sales growth in the first quarter of 2026, alongside higher margins, record adjusted EBITDA and increased net income
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