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Stella's new factories in Indonesia, Bangladesh and Vietnam to contribute 20 million pairs of additional shoe…
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New Balance named the 20-plus year veteran of the brand as its senior vice president, North America.
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Is Nike at Risk of Losing Its ‘Superpower’ Status? Here’s Why One Analyst Thinks It’s a Possibility
UBS analyst Jay Sole also thinks Nike needs to shrink the percentage of its fashion-driven sportswear…
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As oil prices impact spending at the gas pump, jobs become harder to find and income expectations decline…
Oil Rate Increases Could Mean Shoe Prices May Rise This Summer
Oil has a role in every area of the shoe supply chain, and spikes in crude pricing over time means consumers…
U.S. Corporate Bankruptcies Rise in March
The 10 largest U.S. corporate bankruptcies to date in 2026 include two fashion companies, Eddie Bauer LLC and…
Shoe Stocks Rise as Middle East Ceasefire Triggers Relief Rally
Investors hope the temporary truce in the U.S.-Israel war with Iran will lead to a permanent resolution…
Academy Sports’ Matt McCabe Talks World Cup Opportunity, Elevated Brand Mix and More
The evolution of Academy Sports' footwear offerings is helping it ramp up its soccer cleat presentation in…
Resale Market Suggests Brand Heat Growth for Vans, Crocs
A pearl-decorated Vans classic Old Skool shoe and two Crocs collabs sold quickly last month, suggesting brand…
Athletic Brands Jockey for Position in Wake of World Cup Fever
Athletic shoe players will see some sales uptick, but the main event is the marketing play by brands to…
Nike Can Appeal Court Ruling on Flyknit Patent Claims Against Lululemon — But Will It?
Nike has 30 days to file an appeal of a judge's ruling that voided a jury verdict and fine in connection with…