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Kanye West and Adidas Settle Legal Disputes

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Adidas and Kanye West have officially resolved all ongoing legal disputes, putting a definitive end to their highly publicized partnership. Adidas CEO Bjorn Gulden announced that both parties reached an agreement with no monetary exchange involved, allowing them to move on with “no remaining issues.” Gulden emphasized that “no one owes anybody anything anymore,” marking a clear conclusion to any lingering conflicts.

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The split initially arose after West’s controversial comments led Adidas to distance itself from the artist, though the brand continued selling its remaining Yeezy inventory. While the Yeezy line once generated high demand and substantial revenue, its appeal has waned. Yeezy products brought in €200 million during Q3, down from €350 million in the same quarter last year. This decline reflects not only a drop in inventory but also diminished consumer interest. Despite this, Adidas achieved a 10% revenue increase overall, though the North American market struggled due to reduced Yeezy sales.

Though Adidas legally retains the design rights from their collaboration, Gulden confirmed that there are no intentions to use these Yeezy silhouettes moving forward. With stock gradually depleting, the partnership that once reshaped sneaker culture is coming to an end.

As Adidas shifts its focus beyond the Yeezy era, sneaker enthusiasts are witnessing the conclusion of one of the industry’s most significant collaborations, closing the chapter on a groundbreaking period in footwear history.

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Mario Briguglio
Mario Briguglio
Founder and Editor in Chief. My passion for sneakers started at age 6 and now I've turned my passion into a profession. Favorite Kicks - Air Jordan 3 "Black Cement"

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