World Footwear

News

Coach fuels Tapestry’s growth

Nov 13, 2025 / United States
The US-based accessible luxury group has got off to a strong start in the 2026 financial year, reporting higher-than-expected revenue and earnings. This was primarily driven by significant growth at Coach

AB Foods weighs split between Primark and food divisions

Nov 13, 2025 / United Kingdom
After reporting a 13% full year adjusted operating profit decline, driven by the weak performance of its sugar unit, Associated British Foods has announced that it is considering splitting its Primark and food divisions

Capri Holdings refocuses on Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo

Nov 12, 2025 / United States
Following an encouraging set of second quarter results, which saw improvements in revenue, gross margin and operating income, the US-based luxury group is preparing for life after Versace

Former Jordan Executive Daniel Schachne appointed SVP of Reebok

Nov 12, 2025 / United States
Authentic Brands Group (ABG) has announced the appointment of Daniel Schachne, a former Nike and Jordan executive, as Senior Vice President (SVP) of Reebok

Zalando reports strong third quarter boosted by About You acquisition

Nov 12, 2025 / Germany
The online fashion retailer has reported another strong quarterly performance, boosted by the acquisition of About You. Zalando also announced a strategic partnership with the German Football Federation

Conference on the future of footwear in Europe to be held at Porto

Nov 11, 2025 / Portugal
A two-day international conference focusing on the challenges and opportunities facing the footwear industry will be held in Porto from the 18th to the 19th of November. The event is organised by APICCAPS and CTCP

Wolverine Worldwide on upward trajectory, named Company of the Year

Nov 11, 2025 / United States
Fresh from being named Company of the Year by Footwear News, the US-based outdoor company announced a solid third quarter, with revenue growing by 6.8% year-on-year

Leather organisations call for reassessment of leather at COP30

Nov 10, 2025 / World
Several organisations in the leather industry are challenging environmental misconceptions and urging COP30 to recognise leather as a sustainable, bio-based material that supports the circular economy

Christian Decker (DESMA): New technologies require a mindset shift

Nov 10, 2025 / World Footwear Voices
During the 22nd UITIC Congress in Shanghai back in September, we had the opportunity to talk with Christian Decker, CEO of DESMA, who shared with us some great insights about technology and innovation. Watch it now

Steve Madden projects fourth quarter rebound

Nov 7, 2025 / United States
The US-based designer and marketer of footwear reported modest revenue growth in the third quarter as new import tariffs and higher costs weighed on margins, though demand for its core collections remained strong

Puma’s third quarter results show impact of reset strategy

Nov 7, 2025 / Germany
The German sportswear brand saw a decline in quarterly revenue and margins as it continued its strategic shift, prioritising cleaner distribution and cost control for long-term recovery

Spain Retail: all hopes are pinned on the final quarter

Premium Content Nov 6, 2025 / Spain
The Spanish fashion retail sector is experiencing contradictory cycles. Sales for physical textile and footwear retailers plummeted by 1.8% in the first eight months of 2025, exacerbated by an unusual deflationary environment. E-commerce retail, however, seems to be in a league of its own. Despite negative trends, retailers appear to be betting on a recovery, as evidenced by a 5.4% surge in fashion imports up to August, as well as an unusual peak in shoe imports in July. This suggests that retailers are now focusing on the final quarter of the year, hoping for a return of consumer spending at key events such as Black Friday and Christmas

New CFO at Zalando

Nov 6, 2025 / Germany
The Germany-based online fashion retailer has appointed Anna Dimitrova as Chief Financial Officer. She will succeed David Schröder, who has served as interim CFO since March

Amazon reports strong third quarter and separately confirms 14,000 job cuts

Nov 6, 2025 / United States
In two separate announcements, Amazon revealed strong third quarter results and confirmed its intention to cut 14,000 jobs worldwide. The company did not link the layoffs to its financial performance

Crocs looks to long-term growth amid softer third quarter results

Nov 5, 2025 / United States
The US-based clog manufacturer has reported a weaker third quarter, marked by lower wholesale sales. To navigate a challenging retail market, Crocs is focusing on cost reductions and operational efficiency
Page 1 of 334