United States
Genesco reports sales growth in the third quarter
The US-based company positively adjusted its 2025 guidance, driven by solid e-commerce growth, improved consumer experiences and robust sales momentum at Journeys during the third quarter
Caleres lowers full year outlook
The US-based footwear company has lowered its full year outlook after a weaker-than-expected third quarter, citing weaker seasonal demand for boots, supply chain issues and a specific customer credit problem
Another quarterly decline in net sales for Designer Brands
The US-based footwear retailer has reported a 2.6% year-over-year decline in third quarter net sales, as unseasonably warm weather and continued macroeconomic uncertainty weighed on consumer spending
Merrell appoints Noreen Naroo-Pucci as Chief Product Officer
The brand has appointed Noreen Naroo-Pucci as Chief Product Officer, as part of its strategy to meet the growing demand for footwear that transitions from outdoor adventure to everyday life
Wolverine Worldwide's Work Group appoints new Chief Product Officer
Mike Maloney, with two decades in the footwear industry, will lead product innovation, merchandising and marketing strategy for the Work Group's diverse brand portfolio, including Wolverine Worldwide
Skechers' BOBS initiative reaches major charitable milestone
The US-based company surpassed 12 million US dollars in donations through the sales of BOBS products, which has helped over 2.2 million shelter pets across the US, Canada, the UK and Japan
ThredUp divests its European business
The US-based online platform has sold European business Remix in a management buyout, enabling both companies to prioritise market strengths and drive targeted growth under separate leadership
Foot Locker stumbles in the third quarter
The US-based sports retailer has stumbled again in the third quarter of its fiscal year, as total sales fell after the peak of the back-to-school season amid a heightened promotional environment
E-commerce led the way on US Black Friday
US retail sales were up by 3.4% on Black Friday compared to the same day last year, according to Mastercard SpendingPulse, driven by a significant 14.6% increase in online sales
Mango reaches US expansion goals ahead of schedule
The Spanish fashion group has reached its goal of having 40 of its stores in the US by the end of 2024 ahead of schedule and even plans to surpass it with 42 stores open by the end of the year
Nike promotes Treasure Heinle to Chief Human Resources Officer
The sportswear giant has announced that Treasure Heinle, currently Chief Talent Officer, will succeed Monique Matheson as Chief Human Resources Officer. Matheson will retire after 26 years with Nike
US footwear prices rise amid economic uncertainty
Tariffs and inflation continue to shape US footwear pricing, as October data revealed mixed trends, with increased men's and children's footwear prices, while prices for women's shoes declined
Capri reshuffles Michael Kors leadership team
Capri’s CEO John D. Idol will assume the additional role of CEO of Michael Kors, succeeding Cedric Wilmotte. Philippa Newman has been promoted to Chief Product Officer of the brand
Third quarter net sales fall at Shoe Carnival despite strong back-to-school season
The US-based retailer has reported a 4.1% year-on-year fall in net sales in the third quarter, hit by a shift in the retail calendar, two hurricanes that disrupted many of its stores and prolonged warm weather that delayed boot season
Wolverine Worldwide opens innovation hub in Boston
The US-based company, which owns brands such as Merrell and Saucony, has opened an innovation hub in Boston to accelerate product design and development, as part of its wider transformation strategy-
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