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US Q3 in brief: Finish Line, Gymboree, Cherokee Global Brands, Men's Wearhouse
In the most recent third-quarter filings from US apparel brands and retailers Gymboree, Aeropostale, Sears and New York & Co narrowed their losses, while Oxford Industries, Destination Maternity and J Crew saw theirs widen. Both The Finish Line and Men's Wearhouse swung to a loss. On a positive note, The Children's Place, Express, American Eagle Outfitters, G-III Apparel Group and Abercrombie & Fitch booked higher earnings.
US Q1 in brief: Finish Line, Cherokee, Destination Maternity
First-quarter revenue forecasts for US apparel retailers fared far worse than earnings expectations. The Finish Line said it got off to a "solid start" with double-digit profit growth, and Cherokee was pleased with a "strong" quarter, despite some headwinds. Elsewhere, Urban Outfitters revealed a mixed quarter, while Men's Wearhouse booked record sales but a decline in earnings.
US Q1 in brief: Finish Line, Cherokee, Destination Maternity
First-quarter revenue forecasts for US apparel retailers fared far worse than earnings expectations. The Finish Line said it got off to a "solid start" with double-digit profit growth, and Cherokee was pleased with a "strong" quarter, despite some headwinds. Elsewhere, Urban Outfitters revealed a mixed quarter, while Men's Wearhouse booked record sales but a decline in earnings.
Brown Shoe new name Caleres takes effect
Shareholders of Brown Shoe Co have approved the company's new name, Caleres, as part of a rebranding initiative.
Brown Shoe to rebrand as Caleres and launch men's line
Brown Shoe Company is to change its name and launch a men's footwear business, as it embarks on a rebranding initiative aimed at positioning the business for accelerated growth and global expansion.
Brown Shoe Q4 earnings up but cautions on H1
Footwear retailer Brown Shoe saw its earnings soar in the fourth quarter thanks to a divestment, but cautioned on the potential for product delays in the first half.
Famous Footwear deploys inventory optimisation tool
Brown Shoe-owned Famous Footwear has deployed Quantum Retail's Q Allocation and Replenishment solution to help optimise inventory.
UPDATE: Coach to acquire Stuart Weitzman for $574m
A US analyst has described Coach's planned acquisition of shoe brand Stuart Weitzman as "a reasonable deal," but suggests the "timing is confusing."
UPDATE: Coach to acquire Stuart Weitzman for $574m
A US analyst has described Coach's planned acquisition of shoe brand Stuart Weitzman as "a reasonable deal," but suggests the "timing is confusing."
Brown Shoes divests online Shoes.com unit
Footwear retailer Brown Shoe has sold its online business, Shoes.com, as it looks to invest in more strategic omnichannel, online and mobile efforts.
Brown Shoes divests online Shoes.com unit
Footwear retailer Brown Shoe has sold its online business, Shoes.com, as it looks to invest in more strategic omnichannel, online and mobile efforts.
PE firm Advent "finalist" for Stuart Weitzman
Global private equity firm Advent International is understood to be one of three finalists in the race for control of US footwear firm Stuart Weitzman.
PE firm Advent "finalist" for Stuart Weitzman
Global private equity firm Advent International is understood to be one of three finalists in the race for control of US footwear firm Stuart Weitzman.
Stuart Weitzman silent on Brown Shoe "deal"
Sycamore Partners, the owner of Stuart Weitzman Holdings, has declined to comment on reports it has been working on a deal for a sale of the company to footwear business Brown Shoe Company.
Stuart Weitzman silent on Brown Shoe "deal"
Sycamore Partners, the owner of Stuart Weitzman Holdings, has declined to comment on reports it has been working on a deal for a sale of the company to footwear business Brown Shoe Company.
Brown Shoe ups guidance after Q3 profit rise
Footwear business Brown Shoe has lifted its full-year earnings guidance, after higher sales and margins resulted in a double-digit increase in third-quarter net profit.
US: Brown Shoe Co invests in manufacturer Jack Erwin
Footwear business Brown Shoe Company has invested in high-quality men's shoe manufacturer Jack Erwin.
US: Brown Shoe Co invests in manufacturer Jack Erwin
Footwear business Brown Shoe Company has invested in high-quality men's shoe manufacturer Jack Erwin.
US: Brown Shoe benefits from realignment in Q2
Footwear business Brown Shoe Company is continuing to benefit from efforts to realign its portfolio as it revealed growth in earnings and sales in its second-quarter.
US: Brown Shoe benefits from realignment in Q2
Footwear business Brown Shoe Company is continuing to benefit from efforts to realign its portfolio as it revealed growth in earnings and sales in its second-quarter.
US: Brown Shoe “optimistic” after Q1 profit
Footwear business Brown Shoe Company returned to profit in the first quarter of 2014, fuelling optimism for the rest of the first half of the year.
US: Brown Shoe “optimistic” after Q1 profit
Footwear business Brown Shoe Company returned to profit in the first quarter of 2014, fuelling optimism for the rest of the first half of the year.
US: Brown Shoe Q4 profit rises on higher sales
US footwear firm Brown Shoe Co has booked a 55% hike in fourth-quarter net profit, thanks to higher sales and improved margins.
US: Brown Shoe Q4 profit rises on higher sales
US footwear firm Brown Shoe Co has booked a 55% hike in fourth-quarter net profit, thanks to higher sales and improved margins.
US: Diane Sullivan adds chairman title at Brown Shoe
Brown Shoe Company president and chief executive officer Diane Sullivan has added the role of chairman to her title following the departure of Ron Fromm.
US: Diane Sullivan adds chairman title at Brown Shoe
Brown Shoe Company president and chief executive officer Diane Sullivan has added the role of chairman to her title following the departure of Ron Fromm.
US: Brown Shoe posts third-quarter profit growth
Brown Shoe Company today (26 November) raised its full-year earnings guidance after reporting a 12.4% jump in third-quarter profit.
US: Brown Shoe posts third-quarter profit growth
Brown Shoe Company today (26 November) raised its full-year earnings guidance after reporting a 12.4% jump in third-quarter profit.
US: Brown Shoe Co lifts outlook on Q2 profit
Footwear firm Brown Shoe Company has lifted its full year earnings guidance after it returned to profit during the second quarter, helped by higher sales and margins.
US: Brown Shoe Co lifts outlook on Q2 profit
Footwear firm Brown Shoe Company has lifted its full year earnings guidance after it returned to profit during the second quarter, helped by higher sales and margins.
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