Hanes Names S&S Activewear Exclusive Distributor for Printwear
The exclusive distributor of the Hanes brand in the North American printwear channel will carry the full range of Hanes styles and also offer deeper inventory positions and enhanced availability across its national distribution network to support decorators and promotional partners.
Nordstrom Rack Plans to Open Locations in Texas and Georgia
Nordstrom announced plans to open two Nordstrom Rack locations in Flower Mound, TX (30,000 square feet) and Suwanee, GA (34,000 square feet) this fall. Nordstrom operates over 350 Nordstrom, Nordstrom Local and Nordstrom Rack locations.
Dick’s SG Promotes Amanda Bonzo to VP Communications
Dick’s Sporting Goods promoted Amanda Bonzo to VP of communications. She joined Dick’s as senior director of communications in 2020 and took over as communications lead from former chief communications officer Peter Land in 2023.
Beyond Yoga Opens First East Coast Store
The 2,760-square-foot store in in Greenwich, CT is the Levi’s-owned brand’s largest to date and eighth overall. The company has additional store openings planned for later this year in Boston’s Seaport neighborhood, Westport, CT and Marin, CA.
Survey: What is the Price Increase Cutoff for Consumers to Drop a Purchase?
A recent survey conducted by ESW, compiled in “Impact of Tariffs on Purchasing Decisions,” reveals that 6 in 10 U.S. consumers will not absorb a 10 percent or greater increase in pricing at checkout due to tariffs.
Gearhead Outfitters Closes Store in Kansas
The closing of the Olathe store is part of a “broader strategic review” of the Arkansas-based, family-owned and operated retail company’s overall national footprint. The nearby Overland Park store will remain open.
Manchester United’s Commercial Revenues Expand 7 Percent In Fiscal Q3
The professional football club based in Manchester, England, reported commercial revenue for the fiscal third quarter ended March 31 was £74.7 million ($101 mm), an increase of 7.3 percent over the prior-year quarter.
Dick’s SG Seeks to Make Debt Exchange with Foot Locker as Part of Acquisition Deal
The U.S. retailer of sports equipment, apparel, footwear, and accessories, is offering to exchange its debt for Foot Locker’s $400 million outstanding debt as part of its pending acquisition.
The NBA Opens Lids Operated Store In Mall of America
In partnership with Lids and Fanatics, the store will offer an immersive experience for consumers to connect with the game while shopping a wide range of NBA and WNBA merchandise.
EXEC: Lululemon Shares Hurt by Analyst Price Target Cuts
Shares of Lululemon Athletica Inc. are down about 20 percent in mid-day trading on Friday, June 6 after the yoga-themed retailer trimmed its earnings guidance for the year as proposed tariffs threaten its supply chain. Lululemon officials on an analyst call remained bullish on Lululemon’s ability to manage the disruption. Calvin McDonald, company CEO, said, “We intend to leverage our strong financial position and competitive advantages to play offense.”
TYR Sport Partners with World Aquatics
TYR Sport reached an agreement to become the exclusive global supplier of swimwear and accessories for World Aquatics, the governing body for all aquatic sports formerly known as FINA.
EXEC: G-III Apparel Set for Fall Converse Apparel Launch; Shares Hit By Tariff Concerns
G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. (GIII) share fell 19 percent on Friday, June 6 after the apparel giant withdrew its earnings guidance for the year due to “uncertainty around tariffs and related macroeconomic conditions.” G-III’s first quarter results still exceeded targets, led by double-digit growth at DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld and Donna Karan. The company also indicated […]
Abode Outside Names Bill Chandler Director of Sales; Adds Indie Reps
A veteran in the Outdoor and Specialty CPG industries, Chandler brings over 25 years of experience driving wholesale growth, building sales teams and strengthening brand visibility across North America and global markets.
Bass Pro Shops to Open New Outpost in Muncy, Pennsylvania
Bass Pro Shops will have four stores in Pennsylvania following the completion of the 75,000-square-foot Outpost store in Muncy, which is part of the redevelopment of a former Lycoming Mall property into “The District.” The design approach for The District will “emphasize community character, outdoor heritage and a sense of place.”
EXEC: Duluth’s New CEO Sets Strategy to Return to Profitable Growth
In her first quarterly call since returning to Duluth Holdings, Inc. as president and CEO, Stephanie Pugliese said the company is “taking decisive actions to get this great company and unique and powerful brand back on the path to profitability and growth,” including rationalizing SKUs, reducing costs and complexity across multiple areas and exploring store closings while investing in innovation.
