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Simac Tanning Tech gears up for September return
Simac Tanning Tech will return to Milan in September, bringing together 290 exhibitors and brands from over 20 countries to present more than 1,500 technological solutions for the footwear, leather goods and tanning industries
FSNYE cancels December event amid rising NYC hotel prices
The Footwear Show New York Expo (FSNYE) has cancelled its upcoming trade event, scheduled to take place from the 1st to the 3rd of December, due to significant hotel rate increases in New York City
Mandatory footwear labelling deadline draws near in Brazil
Brazilian footwear manufacturers and importers are approaching a key compliance deadline. New mandatory footwear labelling requirements are set to take effect at the start of 2027
Nike appoints ex-Foot Locker Executive as COO
The US-based sportswear company has appointed former Foot Locker executive Kristin Bauer as Chief Operating Officer of its underperforming Converse brand
US footwear sales rise slightly in the first half
The US footwear market recorded a slight year-on-year increase in sales of 1% in the first half, according to Circana, as consumers remained selective in their discretionary spending
Twelve new emerging designers take the spotlight at MICAM Milano
The Emerging Designers initiative is returning to MICAM Milano this September, bringing together twelve international designers who have been selected for their creative approach to contemporary footwear
Aerosoles expands into new product categories
The American Exchange Group-owned footwear brand will launch men’s and children’s footwear and handbags in September. This will be one of the most significant category expansions in its nearly four-decade history
Dick’s Sporting Goods turns cautious amid challenging market conditions
The US-based sporting goods retailer has reported higher sales in the second quarter, but lowered part of its full-year guidance amid challenging market conditions and weaker performance at Foot Locker
Ecco reshuffles leadership team
The Danish footwear brand has promoted Neal Taylor to the role of Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer and appointed Adam Meek as Executive Vice President and Chief Product Officer
JD Sports cuts profit guidance amid tough market conditions
The UK-based sportswear retailer has cut its full-year profit guidance amid challenging market conditions, with North America recording the sharpest decline in second-quarter sales
Average worldwide footwear export price reached $11.65 per pair
JUST RELEASED: In 2025, rising export prices continue to underpin global footwear trade, as reveled by the new World Footwear Yearbook 2026 recently released by APICCAPS, the Portuguese Footwear Association
Grendene sells its US subsidiary to Canadian group Pajar
The Brazilian company that owns the Ipanema and Melissa brands has signed an agreement to sell its wholly-owned US subsidiary, GGB USA, to the Canadian group Pajar for 3.61 million US dollars
Wolverine Worldwide raises full-year outlook
Following a strong second quarter driven by Merrell and Saucony, the US-based company raised its outlook for the 2026 financial year, now expecting revenue to reach between 1.98 and 2.00 billion USD
Global footwear exports remain stable despite slight contraction
JUST RELEASED: Global footwear trade remained broadly stable in 2025, but subtle shifts between Asia and Europe reveal important changes beneath the surface. Check all details in the new World Footwear Yearbook 2026 recently released by APICCAPS, the Portuguese Footwear Association
Skechers completes new European distribution centre
The footwear company has announced that construction of its new European distribution centre near Liège Airport is set to be completed this month. It will be staffed by existing teams
Birkenstock raises full-year outlook
The Germany-based footwear company raised its full-year outlook after achieving double-digit revenue growth in the third quarter, supported by strong performances across all regions and sales channels
Brazil posts first trade deficit in footwear since 1997
Continued rising imports and declining exports have pushed the Brazilian footwear industry into its first trade deficit in July since records began in 1997
UK Retail: Footwear market faces broad-based weakness
Although clothing sales remained resilient and online fashion retail continued to grow in the first half of the year, the footwear sector faced a more challenging environment characterised by ongoing price deflation, weak retail sales, and subdued household spending. A sharp contraction in footwear imports also suggests greater caution among retailers and distributors, suggesting that pressure has extended beyond consumer demand to inventory and replenishment decisions
Yue Yuen posts lower first-half revenue and profitability
The Hong Kong-based group reported a decline in revenue and profitability in the first half, as lower footwear shipments, production inefficiencies and higher labour costs weighed on its manufacturing business
Under Armour lowers full-year revenue outlook but holds profitability guidance
The US-based company has lowered its full-year revenue forecast on soft consumer demand, while maintaining its adjusted profit expectations following a first quarter marked by falling sales but improved profitability
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