09 Nov Running Boosts Asics’ U.S. Sales In Q3
Running continues to be the sweet spot for Asics. ...
Running continues to be the sweet spot for Asics. ...
At long last, the Skechers Star Wars collection has landed — and just in time for the latest “Star Wars: The Force Awakens” trailer and upcoming premiere....
Puma reported consolidated sales grew 3.1 percent in currency-neutral (c-n) terms in the third quarter driven by the running and training footwear categories and the Americas, where its collaboration with pop star Rihanna is revitalizing sales. ...
Global Brands agreed Nov.5 to acquire PS Brands hosiery business through a U.S. subsidiary for up to $140 million in a bid to become a top player in the licensed sock market in North America....
President Obama notified Congress on Thursday that he intends to sign a broad trade agreement spanning from Asia to Latin America. The president’s notification was expected soon after the final text of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) was released around 3:30 a.m. Thursday....
A sweeping Pacific trade agreement would quickly result in duty-free imports for most kinds of footwear if Congress OKs the deal, a trade group said Thursday. “From what we see, most footwear is duty-free on day one of implementation” of the Trans-Pacific Partnership, said...
M.Gemi, the direct-to-consumer e-commerce brand that offers high-end Italian-made shoes at lower-than-usual prices, has received a new cash infusion. Today, the company announced it has completed a round of Series B funding and raised $18 million in new investment, led by venture capital firm Accel....
Stride Rite has signed a licensing agreement with Genius Brands International, the licensing agent for the micro-encapsulation company Celessence Technologies. The two will partner on a new line of Celessence fresh-scent infused Stride Rite children's footwear will be presented as "anti-stink" technology...
Today, the United States Trade Representative released the full text of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), a historic 12-nation free trade agreement. For years, FDRA worked tirelessly on behalf of the footwear industry to ensure industry priorities were included in negotiations and reflected in the final...
The Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA) has recognized six footwear factories with the special distinction as a Recognized Responsible Footwear Manufacturer for 2015 (list below). A committee of top footwear sourcing executives across the industry determined the recipients of this prestigious designation based...