Italy
Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags adapts to a changing market landscape
Ahead of the upcoming January edition, the Italian trade fair is adapting to changing market landscape while reinforcing its dual role as strategic observatory and a meeting place for footwear and accessories professionals
Golden Goose delivers strong nine-month performance
The Italy-based luxury sneaker has reported a 13% year-on-year increase in revenue in the first nine months of the year, driven by the strength of its direct-to-consumer (DTC) channel across regions
Prada completes Versace acquisition
The Italy-based luxury group has completed its acquisition of Versace from Capri Holdings for approximately 1.3 billion euros. The deal was announced in April
Hermès takes a minority stake in the Italian cashmere maker Lanificio Colombo
As part of its strategy to strengthen vertical integration, the French luxury group has acquired a 15% stake in the Italian manufacturer of cashmere and other noble fibres Lanificio Colombo
Ferragamo hints at turnaround after flat third quarter
Despite its nine-month performance to date, the Italy-based luxury group has hinted at a turnaround following a flat third quarter of net sales, driven mainly by the performance of DTC across regions
Prada Group sales rise in the first nine months
The Italy-based group reported year-on-year net revenue growth of 9% in the first nine months of the year. This was driven by the Miu Miu brand, which saw a 41% year-on-year rise in retail sales during the period
Giuseppe Marsocci appointed CEO of Giorgio Armani Group
Giuseppe Marsocci, a seasoned Armani fashion group executive, has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer of the company, with immediate effect
Innovation to take the spotlight at Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags
As the footwear and accessories industry enters a new phase, Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags will serve as the global meeting point where technological innovation transforms into commercial opportunity
Global footwear trade: China loses ground, US imports rise in value
Year-to-date Chinese footwear exports are down, while Vietnam and Indonesia have grown. EU exports increased modestly, with Portugal performing better than Spain and Italy. US imports increased in value
Simac Tanning Tech and Linneapelle attract over 9,000 visitors
With exhibitors from nearly 20 countries, the Italian fairs provided a platform for industry dialogue and showcased Italian resilience in a sector facing export declines and shifting global dynamics
Armani’s will instructs heirs to sell or take brand public
In his will, the late designer Giorgio Armani instructed his heirs to gradually sell the fashion house he founded 50 years ago or seek a market listing. Priority is to be given to LVMH, EssilorLuxottica or L’Oréal
Geox to implement restructuring plan that could affect up to 115 jobs
The Italy-based group Geox has announced a restructuring plan that could result in the loss of up to 115 jobs. These measures form part of the implementation of its Industrial Plan
All eyes on Simac Tanning Tech
The leading footwear and leather technology fair, Simac Tanning Tech, is now underway in Milan. Highlights of the agenda include sessions on artificial intelligence, digitalisation and sustainability
Ferragamo CFO La Tour exits the company
The Italy-based group has announced the departure of its CFO, Pierre La Tour. He will be succeeded on an interim basis by Paolo La Morgia, the group’s current Planning and Control Director
BioShoes4All took centre stage at MICAM
BioShoes4All, a project coordinated by the Portuguese Footwear Technology Centre (CTCP) focusing on the development of sustainable footwear, presented its main results at the last edition of MICAM-
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