Clarks steps up European expansion after return to profit

Clarks has opened a new store at Santangelo Outlet Village in Italy as it accelerates its expansion across Europe.
The opening forms part of a wider growth strategy spanning retail, wholesale, franchise partnerships and marketplaces, with Clarks targeting between 15 and 20 new European stores this year.
It said the new Italian outlet follows recent openings across Italy, Spain and other European markets.
The expansion comes after Clarks returned to profitability, supported by stronger cost contr