
17 March 2026
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Germany Retail: Footwear under pressure amid clouded outlook
Mar 13, 2026 / Germany
Germany’s footwear and leather goods sector remained under pressure in 2025, with weak consumer and retail confidence, falling sales, and substantial discounts weighing on the market, despite the expansion of the online channel and a significant increase in footwear imports. Looking ahead, industry representatives appear to anticipate cautious stabilisation rather than a clear rebound. While e-commerce and Germany’s role as a regional hub offer some support, weak domestic demand and persistent uncertainty continue to cloud the outlook

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adidas posts record 2025 revenue
Mar 11, 2026 / Germany
The Germany-based group has reported a record revenue in 2025, driven by double-digit growth key product categories and markets. Despite tariffs and currency headwinds, continued growth is expected ahead

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Inditex profit rises to 6.2 billion euros in 2025
Mar 13, 2026 / Spain
The Spain-based fashion retailer saw its profits rise by 6.2% year-on-year to reach 6.2 billion euros in 2025, with sales approaching 40 billion euros amidst continued global expansion

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Portuguese brand TUAS reinvents ballet flats
Mar 17, 2026 / Portugal
The recently launched Portuguese brand TUAS has released two styles of ballet flats, designed to transcend seasonal trends and embody the emotion and individuality of every woman who wears them

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FAIST Voices: meet Vapesol
Mar 16, 2026 / Portugal
Part of the FAIST consortium, Vapesol is focusing on product development to bring more sustainability and circularity to the sole manufacturing process

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