Yue Yuen’s consolidated operating revenue reached $870.9 million against $671.6 million a year ago, a gain of 29.7 percent.
Month: April 2021

Rebel Sport Extends Partnership With Football Australia
Football Australia announced that it has signed an expanded and extended multi-year partnership with Rebel Sport, Australia’s largest sports retailer, to support the growth of women’s and grassroots football across the country.

RECALL: PIEPS DSP Avalanche Transceivers
Black Diamond has recalled about 66,100 PIEPS DSP Avalanche Transceivers. The company has received 65 reports of the transceiver modes switching unexpectedly while in use. One death and one instance of a skier getting caught in an avalanche who suffered a broken arm and minor injuries were both reported in British Columbia.

PGA Tour Superstore Announces Five New Locations
PGA Tour Superstore announced plans to open at least five new stores in 2021. The new locations are slated to open in New York, Texas and Virginia.

Nike To Sell Refurbished Footwear
Nike introduced Nike Refurbished, a new program that resells returned shoes at discount prices.

Urban Outfitters Announces Personnel Changes And A Sales Update
Urban Outfitters Inc. reported Hillary Super has stepped down as global chief executive officer at Anthropologie Group. She was replaced by Tricia Smith, former head merchant at Tilly’s.

Activist Investor Legion Partners Nominates Seven Directors To Genesco Board
Legion Partners Asset Management LLC, an activist investor, has nominated seven directors to sit on the board of Genesco Inc., the parent of Journeys, according to a letter made public in a filing on Monday.

Vail Resorts Announces Executive Leadership Changes
Vail Resorts, Inc. announced that Patricia Campbell, president of the company’s mountain division, has made the decision to step down from her position and assume a new role as senior advisor to the company’s mountain division.

Alterra Mountain Company Announces $207 Million In Improvements
Alterra Mountain Company announces its plans to invest $207 million in capital improvements for the upcoming year, including transformational base area and on-mountain developments at Steamboat, Deer Valley Resort, Squaw Valley Alpine Meadows and Mammoth Mountain.
SAAMI Appoints Director of Regulatory Affairs
The Sporting Arms and Ammunition Manufacturers’ Institute (SAAMI) promoted Brian Osowiecki to director of regulatory affairs.
UTS Names New CEO
United Tactical Systems (UTS) announced the appointment of technology and public safety executive Bob Plaschke as CEO. As CEO, Plaschke will be leading all the UTS businesses, including its PepperBall and First Strike divisions.

EcoCart Raises $3M In Funding
EcoCart, a climate and sustainability-focused e-commerce enablement startup, announced that it had closed $3 million in seed funding led by Base10 Partners’ Chris Zeoli.

Kohl’s Announces Upsize And Early Tender Results For Cash Tender Offer
Kohl’s Corporation announced the upsize and early tender results for the previously announced cash tender offer for its 9.5 percent Notes due 2025, 4.25 percent Notes due 2025, 4.75 percent Notes due 2023 and 3.25 percent Notes due 2023.

Nike Ranked Most Valuable Apparel Brand For Seventh Consecutive Year
Nike ranked as the world’s most valuable apparel brand for the seventh consecutive year, although its brand value was down 13 percent to US$30.4 billion, according to the Brand Finance Apparel 50 2021 report. Fila was the fastest-growing brand while new entrants Timberland and Converse performed particularly well.

New Balance Announces Sustainability Goals
New Balance announced a range of strategic alliances designed to help support its climate goals and create a healthier planet.