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Exports of hides and skins with slight recovery in Brazil
The Centre for the Brazilian Tanning Industry (CICB) has announced the figures for international trade during the month of February. After closing the year with declining exports, the industry shows some recovery signs
Gino-B, luxury sneakers
The Portuguese-based brand has reinvented its sneakers, combining comfort and style, and challenging us to wear them in all occasions
US footwear imports up by 6%
2015 import numbers have just been released by the US authorities. According to the FDRA (Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America), the impressive close of the year is clear with the highest December dollar and volume totals on record
Grendene with net profit increase despite decline in sales
The Brazil-based company closed 2015 with declining net sales (-1.4%). Despite that, net profit for the period presented a two digits growth rate (+22.1%)
Wolverine Worldwide’s fourth-quarter earnings up by 33%
US-based footwear giant closed the year with revenue and earnings in line with expectations. The company is satisfied with the recently operated strategic reorganization of its operations
Crocs closes the year with declining sales
The US-based company has announced the results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year. Drop in sales has reached 9.0% in 2015
FDRA fights for greater IP protections for US footwear industry
The claim was made by the Association’s President in a moment when counterfeits and seizures surge
Profits up for Bata Pakistan
Despite the decline in sales, the Pakistani arm of the footwear giant has posted positive growth for profits
Wolf & Son, like father like son
According to the brand’s own words this is “a loyal brand for all the noble pack leaders, who leave their mark as they walk the path”
Anti-dumping duty extended in Brazil
As communicated by the Ministry of Development, Industry and Foreign Trade (MDIC), from the 2nd of March onwards the surcharge applied to footwear imported from China will be 10.22 US dollars per pair
Paris Fashion Week says no to new shows model
The governing body of the Paris Fashion Week - the Fédération Française de la Couture du Prêt-à-Porter des Couturiers et des Créateurs de Mode - has announced that it intends to stand by the current system of showing collections six months in advance of them being available to purchase
Fifth consecutive year of record earnings for Foot Locker
The New York-based specialty athletic retailer, reported financial results for its fourth quarter and full year. Again, outstanding results marked the performance of the company
Wolverine to close more stores
The Rockford-based footwear and apparel manufacturer made the announcement during its fourth quarter and year-end earnings conference call
Kohl's to close underperforming stores
The Wisconsin-based clothing and footwear retailer plans to close 18 stores this year, while it seeks to cut costs and find the balance between its brick-and-mortar presence and the online business
adidas and Wanderlust announced integrated partnership
The sportswear giant and the producer of large-scale lifestyle festival events focusing on yoga, music and wellness, established a multi-year partnership focusing on the millennial athletic enthusiasts
Steve Madden’s profit up by 22%
The US-based designer and marketer of fashion footwear and accessories for women, men and children reported net income in the fourth quarter with two digits increase, totaling 25.7 million US dollars
Portugal consolidates footwear exports in 2015
In a difficult and complex international scenario, the Portuguese footwear industry closed the year with a slight increase in exports. According to APICCAPS a new record was established with sales abroad totaling 1 865 million euros
theMicam with positive balance
The Milan-held trade fair has received 32 703 visitors (+1.8%). International buyers deserved highlight, as signs of recovery are seen, according to the Italian Footwear Association
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