Footwear
Caleres appoints Dan Karpel as CFO
The US-based footwear company has appointed Dan Karpel to the roles of Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. He will also serve as the company’s Principal Financial and Accounting Officer
Dr. Martens returns to profit growth in FY 2026
The UK-based footwear company returned to profit growth in the 2026 financial year, with adjusted pre-tax profit rising by 61.3% year-on-year. Stronger full-price sales and tight cost controls helped offset weaker revenue
Tariff uncertainty and softer demand weigh on Yue Yuen’s first quarter
The Hong Kong-based group has reported lower revenue and profits in the first quarter of 2026 due to tariff uncertainty, weaker consumer demand and production disruptions
Maud Rascle appointed Managing Director of CTC
Following a three-month transition period, Maud Rascle has been appointed as the new General Director of the French leather, footwear and leather goods technical centre
Birkenstock reports revenue growth but profits come under pressure
Although profitability declined amid a challenging macroeconomic environment, the Germany-based footwear company reported revenue growth across all regions and sales channels
Genesco appoints Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer
Genesco has appointed Ashley Randolph as Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer. She has worked at the company for 20 years and was most recently Vice President and Corporate Controller
Grendene reports soft first-quarter results
Despite higher sales volumes, the Brazilian company reported weaker revenue and margins in the first quarter as consumers shifted towards lower-priced products due to cautious spending
MICAM reshapes layout for its 102nd edition
The September edition of MICAM Milano 102 will feature a reworked layout aimed at smoother circulation, with pavilions reorganised to make the visitor journey clearer across the show
Ofir Dagan from Movmenta: we measure the performance of the shoe, not the athlete
In today’s interview, we spoke to Ofir Dagan, Co-Founder and CEO of Movmenta, a British sports technology start-up tackling a common blind spot in running: knowing when shoes have lost their protective function, even if they still look good
OTWorld trade fair spotlights AI and robotics
The Leipzig trade exhibition brings market leaders and start-ups together, with guided tours and exhibition areas spanning materials, workshop equipment, rehab tech, prosthetics and footwear
Alameda Turquesa arrives at The Devil Wears Prada
The Portuguese luxury brand Alameda Turquesa has reached a new milestone, with its handbags featuring in the film The Devil Wears Prada 2. This appearance further strengthens the brand’s international presence
Strong first quarter for the owner of Havaianas
The Brazilian company Alpargatas has reported double-digit net sales growth in the first quarter of 2026, alongside higher margins, record adjusted EBITDA and increased net income
Steve Madden raises full-year outlook after solid first quarter
The US-based designer and marketer of footwear and accessories has raised its full-year revenue guidance following strong sales growth in the first quarter, supported by continued momentum at Kurt Geiger
OTWorld Congress to highlight orthopaedic footwear
The OTWorld 2026 Congress in Leipzig brings clinicians and technicians together for symposia, workshops and free papers on prosthetics, orthotics, rehabilitation and patient mobility-
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Footwear Consumer 2030
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