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Wolverine Worldwide's strategic initiatives drive margin improvement in FY25

The US-based footwear group Wolverine Worldwide reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2025, which ended January 3, 2026. The company exceeded its forecast across all key metrics for the final quarter, supported by global growth in its primary brands and continued improvements in the direct-to-consumer (D2C)...

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Merrell in LEBLANCSTUDIOS Spring/Summer 2026 Collection

Hiking and outdoor footwear brand Merrell teamed up with LEBLANCSTUDIOS as part of the label's SS26 presentation titled, "Museum Of Common Oddities," on Thursday, September 12th, from 5:00PM to 6:00PM ET, in the Lower East Side. Four Merrell styles, the Wrapt Slip On, Wrapt Sneaker, Harbor Post Sandal, and Vapor Glove, were used during...

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Wolverine Worldwide surprises with strong second quarter growth

US footwear and apparel supplier Wolverine World Wide Inc. (Wolverine Worldwide) continued on a growth path in the second quarter of the 2025 financial year. On Wednesday, the group announced surprisingly strong increases in revenue and earnings. In the three months to 28 June, consolidated revenue amounted to 474.2 million dollars. This...

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Wolverine Worldwide unveils renovations to global headquarters in Michigan

American footwear and apparel company Wolverine Worldwide, which includes brands Merrell, Saucony and Sweaty Betty, has unveiled a major renovation to its global headquarters in Rockford, Michigan. The upgrade to its headquarters is part of the company’s continued efforts to “modernise facilities, centralise core business operations, and attract...

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Merrell and Saucony Drive Wolverine Worldwide's Q1 performance

Wolverine Worldwide reported positive financial results for the first quarter of 2025, showcasing a turnaround driven by strong performance from its Merrell and Saucony brands. The company achieved a 4.4 percent year-over-year increase in total revenue, reaching 412.3 million dollars, with ongoing business revenue up 5.5 percent to 412.3 million...

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Despite positive Q4, Wolverine Worldwide's 2025 guidance disappoints investors

Footwear and apparel giant Wolverine Worldwide met fourth-quarter earnings expectations and narrowly beat revenue forecasts, but its 2025 projections fell short of Wall Street's hopes. As reported by Investing.com, the company posted adjusted earnings per share of 42 cents for the fourth quarter, matching analyst predictions. Revenue reached...

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Richard McLeod joins Merrell as global CMO

Outdoor footwear brand Merrell has named Richard McLeod as its new chief marketing officer. He will report to Janice Tennant, Merrell's global brand president. McLeod will lead Merrell's global marketing efforts and build integrated marketing capabilities to strengthen the brand's position in the outdoor active and lifestyle market. "Rich is...

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Merrell welcomes Noreen Naroo-Pucci as chief product officer

Hiking and outdoor footwear brand Merrell has appointed Noreen Naroo-Pucci as chief product officer. The company said in a release that as a global thinker and executive with multi-cultural experience, Naroo-Pucci will apply her skills to Merrell's expansion as a lifestyle brand. The brand is tapping into a trend where consumers seek products...

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Wolverine Worldwide delivers “better-than-expected” Q3, lifts outlook

Wolverine Worldwide revenues for the third quarter of 440.2 million dollars declined by 16.6 percent or 16.9 percent constant currency, while revenue from the ongoing operations declined 7 percent or 7.4 percent constant currency to 440.1 million dollars. Gross margin for the quarter of 45.3 percent improved 450 bps and adjusted gross margin...

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Susie Kuhn to join Wolverine Worldwide as Active Group president

Wolverine Worldwide has announced the appointment of Susie Kuhn as president of the company’s Active Group, effective October 28, 2024. She will report to Chris Hufnagel, president and CEO of Wolverine Worldwide, and serve on the company’s executive team. Kuhn, the company said in a statement, will be responsible for leading successful brand...

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Wolverine Worldwide’s Q2 revenues decline

For the second quarter, Wolverine Worldwide reported a revenue decline of 17.4 percent to 425.2 million dollars and adjusted earnings per share of 15 cents. “We delivered better-than-expected revenue and earnings in the second quarter, while continuing to execute our ambitious turnaround plan,” said Chris Hufnagel, president and chief executive...

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Wolverine Worldwide Q1 revenues drop 34 percent, names new CFO

Wolverine Worldwide revenues of 394.9 million dollars declined 34.1 percent or 34.6 percent on a constant currency basis. Revenues from the ongoing business were down 24.5 percent or 25.1 percent constant currency to 390.8 million dollars. Gross margin for the quarter improved 650 bps to 45.9 percent, while adjusted gross margin improved 250 bps...