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Amir Pourirani from BASF Performance Materials: the industry is moving to a system-design mindset
In today’s interview, we spoke to Amir Pourirani, Marketing Director of TPU for Asia Pacific at BASF Performance Materials division. We talked about how early-stage collaboration between material suppliers can unlock multiple benefits, among other topics
Kohl’s appoints Elliott Rodgers as Chief Operating Officer
The US-based store chain has appointed Elliott Rodgers as Chief Operating Officer. With more than 20 years’ professional experience, he most recently was Chief Operations Officer at Foot Locker
Spanish fashion retailer Tendam posts strong full-year results
The Spain-based fashion retailer, which owns labels such as Cortefiel and Pedro del Hierro, has reported a strong performance in the 2025 financial year, marked by growth in revenue and profitability
Frasers Group launches offers for Hugo Boss and Accent
The UK-based conglomerate is seeking full control of the Australian retailer Accent Group and a larger stake in Hugo Boss through two separate takeover offers announced this month
Shoe Carnival confirms name change to Shoe Station Group
The US-based footwear retailer has announced that it has received shareholder approval to change its name to Shoe Station Group. The ticker symbol will change accordingly
Saks Global secures court approval for bankruptcy restructuring
The US multi-brand luxury retailer has secured court approval for its restructuring plan. This positions Saks Global to emerge from Chapter 11 with almost 75% less debt and broad creditor support
Asics to spin off the Onitsuka Tiger brand
The Japan-based company has announced that it will spin off Onitsuka Tiger brand to accelerate decision-making. This follows strong growth driven by tourism and the rising global demand for retro sneakers
Nordstrom teams up with adidas for World Cup 2026
In order to celebrate the 2026 FIFA World Cup, Nordstrom and adidas have installed displays at 35 of the department store’s locations, including The Corner at its New York City flagship store
Designer Brands reiterates full-year outlook
The parent company of the DSW retail chain has reported a solid start to the year, with signs of stabilisation in the retail segment and increased profitability. Consequently, it has reaffirmed its full-year outlook
USA-Iran Conflict: Footwear Industry Prepares Strategic Shifts in Suppliers and Logistics Routes
According to the latest World Footwear Business Conditions Survey conducted in April 2026, the ongoing instability arising from the geopolitical tension between Iran and USA is forcing a significant majority of the industry to re-evaluate its operational strategies
Caleres delivers solid first quarter
The US-based footwear retailer has reported strong first-quarter results, driven by growth across its brand portfolio, including the recently acquired Stuart Weitzman
Kering appoints Gianfranco D’Attis as CEO of Alexander McQueen
The France-based luxury group has appointed Gianfranco D’Attis as Chief Executive Officer of Alexander McQueen. He was most recently CEO at Prada
Inditex reports strong start to fiscal 2026
The Spain-based fashion group, which owns labels such as Zara and Massimo Dutti, has reported a strong start to fiscal year 2026, with growth in sales and profitability
Genesco raises full-year outlook after better-than-expected first quarter
The US-based footwear retailer has raised its earnings outlook for the 2027 fiscal year following a stronger-than-expected first quarter and the seventh consecutive quarter of positive comparable sales-
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