World Footwear

Sneakers

Asics to spin off the Onitsuka Tiger brand

Jun 11, 2026 / Japan
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

Golden Goose off to a strong start in 2026

May 29, 2026 / Italy
The Italy-based luxury sneaker company started 2026 with a solid year-on-year revenue growth of 10% in the first quarter, thanks to strong direct-to-consumer performance in key markets

Kizik launches its first running shoe

Apr 29, 2026 / United States
The US-based hands-free footwear company has launched the Freedom Run model. This marks a major expansion of the brand's proprietary hands-free technology into the performance running category

Brooks Running reshuffles leadership team

Mar 24, 2026 / United States
The Seattle-based shoe running company has announced several promotions within its executive leadership team as part of its strategy to accelerate global expansion

Golden Goose reports full-year double-digit revenue growth

Mar 5, 2026 / Italy
The Italy-based luxury sneaker company reported a 15% net revenue growth in 2025 as compared to the previous year, driven by the expansion of its direct-to-consumer business

Brooks Running names VP of Footwear Product Strategy

Feb 16, 2026 / United States
The US-based running shoe company has appointed Claire Wood, a former New Balance and Sorel executive, to the newly created role of Vice President of Footwear Product Strategy

Brooks Running delivers 16% revenue growth in full year 2025

Feb 9, 2026 / United States
The US-based running shoe company has ended the full year 2025 with a 16% year-on-year increase, extending its track record of growth to nine consecutive years

Chinese Group HSG Takes Majority Stake in Golden Goose

Dec 24, 2025 / Italy
Under the new ownership structure, Permira will retain a minority stake, Silvio Campara will remain Chief Executive Officer, and Marco Bizzarri is set to become non-Executive Chairman

Reebok opens European headquarters, appoints regional CEO

Oct 30, 2025 / United States
The sneaker and lifestyle brand, which is owned by Authentic Brands Group, has opened its European headquarters in London and appointed Marc Le Roux as the new regional CEO of Reebok

Strong first half for Golden Goose

Sep 8, 2025 / Italy
Building on its performance in the first quarter, the Italy-based luxury sneaker group ended the first half of the year with strong year-on-year revenue growth of 13%, led by a 19% increase in the DTC channel

Golden Goose reports double-digit growth in the first quarter

Jun 5, 2025 / Italy
The Italy-based luxury sneaker company reported double-digit growth in the first quarter of the year, driven by the successful performance of the DTC channel across all regions

Golden Goose announces new investor

Feb 5, 2025 / Italy
The luxury sneaker company has announced that the Hong Kong-based Blue Pool Capital, founded by Alibaba Group co-founder and chairman Joe Tsai, has acquired a 12% stake in the company

361 Degrees reports e-commerce sales up by 30-35% in the fourth quarter

Jan 21, 2025 / China
The China-based activewear company has reported strong fourth quarter figures in its latest trading update. E-commerce sales stand out with 30-35% year-on-year growth

Skechers settles design patent case against L.L. Bean

Jan 2, 2025 / United States
Skechers and L.L. Bean have settled a lawsuit alleging the latter’s "Freeport" shoes infringed patented heel cup designs, with a court order barring further sales, imports and manufacturing

JD Sports completes acquisition of Courir

Dec 2, 2024 / United Kingdom
The UK-based sportswear retailer has completed the acquisition of France's Groupe Courir, thus strengthening its position in the European market. The deal was first announced in May 2023
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