Study: Obesity Epidemic at Historical Rates
Adult obesity rates increased in 16 states in the past year and did not decline in any state, according to a new study from the Trust for America's Health (TFAH) and the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation (RWJF). Twelve states now have obesity rates abo
Nine West Inks Licensing Agreement for Sneakers
The Jones Group entered into an exclusive, world-wide license agreement with Philip Simon Brands Group, Inc. (PSBG) for the creation, production, marketing and global distribution of a fashion sneaker collection under the Nine West brand…
Kenny Powers Returns For Second K-Swiss Campaign
K-Swiss launched a new campaign featuring Kenny Powers, the fictional character played by Danny McBride in HBO's series “Eastbound & Down.”…
Johnson Outdoors Acquires LakeMaster Brand
Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. announced it has acquired the assets of Waypoint Technologies, maker of LakeMaster, a leading brand of high definition electronic lake charts among Northern US anglers…
Johnson Outdoors Acquires LakeMaster Brand
Johnson Outdoors Marine Electronics, Inc. announced it has acquired the assets of Waypoint Technologies, maker of LakeMaster, a leading brand of high definition electronic lake charts among Northern US anglers…
Universities to Wear LeBron James Gear Under Sponsorship Deal
LeBron James has struck sponsorship deals with Ohio State, Kentucky and Miami to wear his Nike-branded gear, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel reports…
Equip Acquires Lowe Alpine, Will Revive Apparel Line
UK-based Equip Outdoor Technologies, which owns the Rab outdoor apparel brand, agreed to purchase the Lowe Alpine backpacks brand and all its associated assets for an undisclosed amount. The deal comes a year after Lowe Alpine filed the Italian equivalent
Suffer in Negotiations to Acquire Sports Facility Manufacturer
Suffer, the MMA brand, announced the company has entered into negotiations for the acquisition of a West Coast sports facility manufacturer…
Levi’s Introduces Men’s Commuter Cycling Products
The Levi's brand introduced Commuter by Levi's – clothing designed and optimized specifically for the needs of the urban commuter cyclist. The apparel line will be available at independent bike shops in major cities, Levi's Stores and Urban
Bushnell Outdoor Forms Eyewear Division
Bushnell Outdoor Products, the maker of sports optics, outdoor accessories and premium eyewear, announced the creation of the Bushnell Eyewear Division, a new segment of the company that will oversee the Bollé, Bollé Safety, Cébé and Serengeti eyewear bra
180s Names New CEO
180s has named Lester Lee, a veteran of consumer brands including Philips, Pacific Bell Wireless, Rayovac and Remington with over 20 years of management expertise, as CEO. The apparel and accessories provider also announced a re-launch of the brand…
Zumiez Appoints Board Member
Zumiez on July 1 appointed Ernest R. Johnson to the company's Board of Directors, according to a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. Johnson, age 60, has served as the Chairman of Cutter & Buck Inc. and President and Chief Executive Off
The Buckle’s Comps Rise 10.8 Percent in June
The Buckle, Inc.'s comparable store net sales for the five-week period ended July 2, 2011 increased 10.8 percent from the five-weeks ended July 3, 2010…
Dillard’s June Comps Increase 6 Percent
Dillard's, Inc. announced that sales for the five weeks ended July 2, 2011 were $531.4 million compared to sales for the five weeks ended July 3, 2010 of $506.4 million. Total sales increased 5 percent. Comparable store sales increased 6 percent for
Macy’s Ups Q2 Forecast on June Comps Growth
Macy's, Inc. again raised its guidance after reporting same-store sales rose a higher-than-expected 6.7 percent in June. The company now expects same-store sales to rise by approximately 6 percent in the second quarter, which would translate to same-
