footwear
Shoe Prices Started to Climb in July After Months of Declines
FDRA chief economist Gary Raines said shoe price increases in July is in lock-step with the 2.7 percent…
Shoe Firms, Consumers Get Big Break as Trump Extends China Tariff Deadline
Trump's extension of the tariff deadline for China for another 90 days gives shoe firms, consumers breathing…
Will Target’s Back-to-School Deals Lure Weary Consumers?
Target will offer 30 percent off on select kids' shoes during its bts event starting this Sunday for one week…
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Tariffs Are Weighing Heavily on the Shoe Industry, But Price Increases Have Been Minimal—So Far
Consumers haven't yet felt sticker price shock for footwear purchases, but some shoe brands and retail…
Designer Thom Solo Brings T1D Story to Lawmakers at Breakthrough Event
Solo, who was diagnosed with T1D at just two years old, has been deeply connected to the cause for decades.
Defense Spending Bill Boosts US Producers of Military Shoes and Gear
The National Defense Authorization Act, which passed in committee on Tuesday, will include the BOOTS Act and…
Wrangler, Diesel Step Out With New Footwear Partnerships
Denim brands are expanding their footprint, literally.
Mexico, EU Tariff Threats: How Shoe Firms Are Responding
Tariff threats against Mexico, EU are at 30 percent, while shoe firms appear to be working with suppliers to…
Bessent Defends Duties, Says Fashion May Take Margin Hits
The treasury secretary defended the administration's tariff regime and new duties on Vietnam in light of FDRA…
How Israeli Footwear Firms Are Being Impacted During Iran Conflict
Israeli footwear firms see logistical impact from the conflict with Iran as they find ways to continue their…
Trump Says US Should Produce Tech and Tanks, Not T-Shirts and Sneakers
The president has said his tariff policy would benefit U.S. producers, but his administration has singled out…
Amer Sports Raises 2025 Guidance, Tariffs Not Major Concern
Amer Sports CFO Andrew Page said impact from higher tariffs are expected to be "negligible this year" due to…
A Denim Air Jordan 4 Is Coming This Summer
Different washes are used for the upper of this women's-exclusive.
Shoe Prices Sank in April Despite Uncertainty Around Tariffs
In April, retail footwear prices slid 1.3 percent from a year ago.
Industry Leaders Launch Footwear Innovation Foundation
The FIF is an autonomous research think tank working with the FDRA to shape the shoe industry's future.