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Birkenstock posts strong first-quarter growth on holiday demand
The Germany-based group has reported an 18% year-on-year revenue growth in the first quarter, driven by strong holiday demand. Despite facing currency headwinds and US tariffs, net profit surged by 151%
Brooks Running names VP of Footwear Product Strategy
The US-based running shoe company has appointed Claire Wood, a former New Balance and Sorel executive, to the newly created role of Vice President of Footwear Product Strategy
Crocs reports modest full-year revenue decline
The US-based casual footwear company reported a modest decline in full-year revenue in 2025. This reflects ongoing pressure on the HeyDude brand, while the core Crocs brand has remained stable
UK retail sales pick up in January
UK total retail sales rose by 2.7% in January, according to the BRC, surpassing the 12-month average of 2.3%. Post-Christmas discounts boosted spending on both food and in-store items
Hermès exceeds 16 billion euros in full-year revenue
The France-based luxury group has surpassed 16 billion euros in revenue in 2025, supported by double-digit growth in its leather goods and saddlery division. Profitability also improved
New EU regulations target destruction of unsold clothes and footwear
The European Commission has just adopted new measures under the Ecodesign for Sustainable Products Regulation (ESPR) to prevent the destruction of unsold apparel, clothing, accessories, and footwear
Saks Global to close nine stores as part of strategic store footprint optimisation
The group of high-end department stores said it would be closing eight Saks Fifth Avenue stores and one Neiman Marcus location as part of a broader plan to restructure and optimise its footprint
Crocs debuts new global campaign targeting younger consumers
Nearly 10 years after the last one, the casual footwear brand has launched a new global narrative. Wonderfully Unordinary is designed to reposition the brand, especially in the eyes of younger consumers
Kering posts third straight year of falling sales
Kering has reported its third consecutive year of falling sales in 2025, with Gucci’s sales falling less than expected in the last quarter. A strategy outlining a return to growth is set to be presented in April
Caleres appoints first-ever head of New York Brands division
The US-based footwear company has appointed Kristen Sosa to the newly created position of Division President of Brand Portfolio – New York Brands, as it continues to strengthen its brand portfolio
Amazon posts strong 2025 as it steps up AI spending
The Seattle-based e-commerce giant delivered robust fourth quarter and full year 2025 results, driven by double-digit revenue growth and accelerating AWS sales. For 2026, it plans to increase AI spending
CEC welcomes technology centres as new associate members
The European Footwear Confederation (CEC) has introduced a new membership category to engage with stakeholders beyond national footwear associations. This new category will encompass technology centres
New Generation: Catarina Marques from Via Essenza
Catarina Marques, who has a degree in Arts and Design, created the Portuguese slow luxury brand Via Essenza following a 15-year period in LA after becoming a mother
Brooks Running delivers 16% revenue growth in full year 2025
The US-based running shoe company has ended the full year 2025 with a 16% year-on-year increase, extending its track record of growth to nine consecutive years
Columbia Sportswear posts mixed fourth quarter results
The US-based outdoor company posted mixed results in the fourth quarter, with stronger demand outside the US offsetting continued weakness at home. Higher costs impacted profits
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