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Manufacturing drives revenue growth for Yue Yuen in the H1

Aug 28, 2025 / Hong Kong
The Hong Kong-based group reported a 1.1% year-on-year increase in revenue in the first half of the year, driven by the performance of its manufacturing business. Pou Sheng remains in the red

Columbia launches new campaign to fuel growth

Aug 27, 2025 / United States
The ‘Engineered for Whatever’ campaign aims to breathe new life into Columbia brand’s signature across different media, as part of Columbia Sportswear’s ACCELERATE Growth strategy

Alpargatas grows in the first half of 2025

Aug 27, 2025 / Brazil
The Brazilian owner of Havaianas and Rothy’s has reported strong results for the first half of the year, with net sales growing in both its domestic and main international markets

Wolverine Worldwide launches junior board

Aug 26, 2025 / United States
The US-based outdoor company has now set up an advisory board consisting of 11 early-career professionals, with the aim of further strengthening its culture of innovation and collaboration

Grendene reports second quarter growth

Aug 26, 2025 / Brazil
The Brazilian parent company of the Melissa and Ipanema brands has posted another strong quarterly performance, highlighting the growth in sales to foreign markets

Footwear production rebounds in 2024

Last year, global footwear production recovered, increasing by 6.9% and regaining the 1.5 billion pairs lost in 2023. This is one of the key conclusions of the data published in the World Footwear Yearbook 2025, recently released by APICCAPS, the Portuguese Footwear Association

Crocs delivers solid second quarter but lowers guidance on macro headwinds

Aug 25, 2025 / United States
The US-based footwear company reported a solid performance in the second quarter of the year. However, it lowered its revenue guidance for the next quarter due to macroeconomic headwinds

Authentic Brands to acquire the majority of Guess?'s intellectual property

Aug 22, 2025 / United States
Authentic Brands Group has reached an agreement with lifestyle brand Guess? to acquire a majority stake in its intellectual property in a deal valued at approximately 1.4 billion USD

Capri Holdings reports encouraging first quarter results

Aug 22, 2025 / United States
The owner of Michael Kors and Jimmy Choo reported first quarter results that exceeded revenue and profitability expectations, following the removal of Versace from its financial statements

Wolverine Worldwide posts sound second quarter performance

Aug 21, 2025 / United States
The US-based outdoor company has reported strong performance in the second quarter, driven by growth of the Merrell and Saucony brands and sound profitability gains

Brian Costello appointed as President of Famous Footwear

Aug 21, 2025 / United States
US-based footwear company Caleres has appointed Brian Costello as President of Famous Footwear. He joined the retail chain earlier this year as Chief Merchandising Officer

Strong second quarter for Zalando

Aug 20, 2025 / Germany
The Germany-based online fashion retailer has experienced growth in revenue and profit in the second quarter. Investment in AI technology will now form part of its strategy for expanding its customer base

Geox reports improved profitability in the first half

Aug 19, 2025 / Italy
Despite a continued decline in demand due to challenging market conditions, Geox reported an improvement in profitability during the first half of 2025 thanks to cost-cutting measures

Global Footwear Exports Increase in 2024 and China Continues to Lose Share

This is one of the main conclusions of the data published in the World Footwear Yearbook 2025, recently released by APICCAPS, the Portuguese Footwear Association

Amazon delivers strong second quarter results

Aug 18, 2025 / United States
The Seattle-based e-commerce giant has delivered strong second quarter results as it continues to invest in artificial intelligence to improve customer experience across segments

Ferragamo launches action plan amid worsening performance

Aug 18, 2025 / Italy
Ferragamo has reported a weak first half due to a tough consumer environment and difficult wholesale conditions. In response, it has devised an action plan focusing on products, communication and distribution

US-China tariff truce extended by 90 days

Aug 15, 2025 / United States
US President Donald Trump has signed an executive order delaying the introduction of higher tariffs on Chinese goods by a further 90 days, while negotiations between the two countries continue

VF Corp posts first quarter results above guidance

Aug 14, 2025 / United States
The parent company of the brands The North Face, Vans and Timberland has reported first quarter revenue and profitability that exceed its own guidance as it continues to pursue its transformation strategy

US tariffs policies weigh on Steve Madden’s second quarter performance

Aug 13, 2025 / United States
The US-based footwear, accessories and apparel company has reported a 6.8% year-on-year revenue growth in the second quarter. However, the shift in US tariff policies has impacted its profitability

Portuguese Josefinas celebrates 12 years of female luxury and empowerment

Aug 12, 2025 / Portugal
Josefinas, the Portuguese women’s footwear brand that has established itself in the world of luxury as a symbol of female empowerment, is celebrating its 12th anniversary