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Footwear as a Medical Device in the EU: Can classifying shoes as medical devices unlock new opportunities?
Sep 15, 2025 / World Footwear Reports
JUST RELEASED! Read the latest World Footwear Innovation Paper on footwear as a medical device within the European Union. Learn more about the EU's regulatory framework, the challenges and opportunities for footwear businesses
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Italian footwear exports grow in volume but shrink in value
Sep 10, 2025 / Italy
According to the latest data released by the Italian footwear association (Assocalzaturifici), exports grew in volume by 3.2% but decreased in value by 2.7% in the first five months of 2025
Companies
Inditex announces first half results
Sep 12, 2025 / Spain
The Spain-based fashion retailer posted a 1.6% year-on-year sales increase in the first half of the year. Early figures for August and September suggest a more significant increase in the months ahead
Companies
Kyaia expands portfolio with the acquisition of AsPortuguesas
Sep 16, 2025 / Portugal
The Portuguese group has acquired the eco-friendly footwear brand AsPortuguesas, also from Portugal, for an undisclosed sum. Kyaia already owns the Fly London and Softinos brands
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