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Imports of small parcels into the EU collapse according to the French government
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Global footwear production reached 24.6 billion pairs in 2025
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Valleverde is one of Italy’s most famous footwear brands with over 40 years of presence in its home market. Following its bankruptcy in 2015, the brand was acquired by Silver 1, which owns several other labels, including Rafting, Goldstar, Biochic and Biomodex. The company has grown from €1.5 million in ...
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How Kidderminster Footwear aims to bolster its European e-commerce business
Kidderminster Footwear is interested in growing its e-commerce business in Europe and is trying to get better terms with e-commerce marketplaces to make access to customers on the continent easier.
Cortina returns to its private label roots
Cortina is returning to its private label roots and doubling down on efforts to contain the price of its footwear after recently abandoning efforts to develop its SJ label as an independent brand.
How the Italian Trade Agency boost support to Expo Riva Schuh and the footwear industry
The Italian Trade Agency has significantly boosted its financial support for Italy’s footwear industry, with evidence of the increased funding seen in the sharp rise in the number of incoming buyers at the Expo Riva Schuh and Gardabags trade fair held in Riva del Garda from June 13 to 16. ...
Global footwear production reached 24.6 billion pairs in 2025
In 2025, global footwear production increased by a meager 0.1 percent to 24.6 billion pairs from a revised estimate of 24.5 billion pairs in 2024, according to the World Footwear Yearbook 2026 released by the Portuguese footwear association Apiccaps.
Global luxury spending seen stabilizing in 2026
Worldwide luxury spending reached €1,443 billion in 2025 and is on a trajectory of gradual stabilization in 2026, according to the spring update of the Bain-Altagamma Luxury Goods Worldwide Market Study, a report released by the consultancy Bain & Company in partnership with Altagamma, the Italian luxury goods industry ...
French footwear sales rise in May
In May, French footwear retail sales, in volume, rose by a seasonally and working-day adjusted 2.1 percent month-on-month, according to the Bank of France.
Imports of small parcels into the EU collapse according to the French government
How Kidderminster Footwear aims to bolster its European e-commerce business
UK trade union urges Zotefoams to reconsider transferring footwear foam production to Vietnam
Global footwear production reached 24.6 billion pairs in 2025
Stella expects flat shipments in 2026
Ecco shakes up its senior management after two years of losses
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Imports of small parcels into the EU collapse according to the French government
Imports into the European Union through small parcels has declined by 30 to 40 percent thanks to the introduction of levy on such purchases, according to the French Economy Minister, Roland Lescure.
How Kidderminster Footwear aims to bolster its European e-commerce business
Kidderminster Footwear is interested in growing its e-commerce business in Europe and is trying to get better terms with e-commerce marketplaces to make access to customers on the continent easier.
UK trade union urges Zotefoams to reconsider transferring footwear foam production to Vietnam
The British trade union GMB urged Zotefoams to reconsider plans to transfer the production of foam for footwear to Vietnam from Croydon, south of London, where the company has been operating for over 90 years. The British company has an exclusive deal to supply high-performance foam to Nike.
Global footwear production reached 24.6 billion pairs in 2025
In 2025, global footwear production increased by a meager 0.1 percent to 24.6 billion pairs from a revised estimate of 24.5 billion pairs in 2024, according to the World Footwear Yearbook 2026 released by the Portuguese footwear association Apiccaps.
Stella expects flat shipments in 2026
In the first half of 2026, Stella International Holdings reported a 1.5 percent year-over-year increase in revenues to US$786.7 million despite shipment volumes were flat at 27.5 million pairs. The top line benefitted from 1.8 percent growth in the average selling price.
Ecco shakes up its senior management after two years of losses
Ecco promoted Neal Taylor as Executive Vice President and Chief Commercial Officer, replacing Casper Gram Hvejsel, who resigned after the Danish footwear, accessories and leather giant group posted its second annual loss in 2025.