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What to Watch: M&A Surprises Can’t Be Ruled Out for the Footwear Sector in 2026
All eyes will be on Puma, but other names could resurface if there are offers at the "right price."
Import Costs, Tariff Pressures Suggest Turbulent 2026 For Shoe Firms, But Some Optimism Takes Hold
An FDRA survey of shoe executives on business expectations for 2026 indicate continued concern over trade…
How Joybees Is Trying to Fill a Gap in the Kids’ Shoe Market
In addition to its splash boot for kids, the brand will also offer a wedge to its women's line, as well as…
Here’s Why Under Armour Is Getting Serious Investor Attention
Some Wall Street analysts believe Under Armour is on the "right track" as it undergoes another overhaul.
Toms Founder Blake Mycoskie Is Back With ‘Enough’ Venture Focusing on Mental Health Awareness
The entrepreneur's new venture will see 100 percent of profits go to mental health organizations.
Nike CEO, Directors Signal Confidence in Company Turnaround to the Tune of $4.45 Million
Nike CEO Elliott Hill and directors Tim Cook and Robert Swan together spent nearly $4.45 million last month…
Fashion Brand Favored by Kate Middleton Is Likely the First Collapse in 2026
Women's fashion and footwear chain LK Bennett, a favorite of Kate Middleton's, on Tuesday sought U.K. High…
Lululemon Founder Chip Wilson to Initiate Proxy Fight
Board control is the next battle at Lululemon as founder Chip Wilson discloses three independent director…
The Biggest Footwear M&A Deals in 2025
These are the shoe deals in 2025—such as the $9 billion take-private transaction for Skechers—with a known or…
The Biggest Footwear M&A Deals of 2025
Skechers, Foot Locker and Golden Goose were all acquired in an active year.
The Biggest Footwear Business Issues That Grabbed Headlines in 2025
From tariffs and trade policy to sourcing and supply chain, shoe firms had their hands full juggling a host…
Sandal Firm That Cites Jacqueline Kennedy as Muse Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy Protection
The 100 percent handmade shoe firm Palm Beach Sandal Company filed for bankruptcy court protection.
Footwear Trends Show Fashion Gains as Casual Athletic ‘Normalizes’
From Wall Street to shoe retailers, dress and dress casual sales are growing.
Footwear Trends Show Fashion Gains as Casual Athletic ‘Normalizes’
From Wall Street to shoe retailers, dress and dress casual sales are growing.
Will Money Talk? Elliott Takes $1 Billion Stake in Lululemon, Pushes for Ralph Lauren Exec to Be Next CEO
Jane Nielsen is the activist investor's pick for the athletic brand's next top executive.