AAFA/FLA Renew Pact Against Migrant Forced Labor
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) and the Fair Labor Association (FLA) re-launched and enhanced the AAFA/FLA Apparel & Footwear Industry Commitment to Responsible Recruitment.
Carhartt Recalls Work Pants Sold At Dick’s Sporting Goods
About 32,505 Carhartt men’s Force Relaxed 5 Pocket work pants sold exclusively at Dick’s Sporting Goods were recalled because the elastic drawstring hem near the ankle of the pant could create an extended loop, posing a trip-and-fall hazard. No incidents or injuries were reported.
The Athlete’s Foot Hires Lead Merchandiser And Buyer
The Athlete’s Foot hired Beth Greenfield as its lead merchandiser and buyer. Greenfield has over 25 years of experience in retail, buying and merchandising, including having worked with Champion, Puma, Foot Locker, and Citi Trends.
Under Armour Names Steph Curry President of Curry Brand in Extended Partnership
Under Armour Inc. has extended and expanded its partnership with Golden State Warriors point guard and four-time NBA Champion Stephen Curry in a deal that extends beyond his retirement. As part of the new terms, Curry becomes president of the Curry Brand.
Target’s Debt Ratings Outlook Lowered On Subpar Q4 Results
Moody’s Investors Service changed the outlook for Target Corporation to stable from positive due to the discounter’s below-plan fourth-quarter results and deteriorating credit metrics.
Gap’s Debt Ratings Downgraded On Weakening Operating Performance
Moody’s Investors Service downgraded The Gap, Inc.’s debt ratings due to expectations that “topline growth and margin expansion will be limited in the next 12 months due to continuing inflationary and competitive pressures.”
Gildan Activewear Disposes Of SC Warehouse In Sale-Leaseback Deal
Gildan Activewear sold its Charleston, SC distribution center for $51 million but will remain in the property through a sale-leaseback arrangement.
Fanatics Betting And Gaming Names COO
Fanatics Betting and Gaming announced the appointment of Hank Couture to the new position of chief operating officer. He was at DoorDash.
Gabriel Brothers Opens Largest Company DC In Ohio
Gabriel Brothers, Inc. announced the grand opening of its largest distribution center in Springfield, OH, with over 870,000 square feet.
Wolverine Rolling Sweaty Betty Into International Group; CEO to Depart
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. reported it intends to improve operating performance, fuel global growth and enable future investments into Sweaty Betty, the women’s activewear brand it acquired in August 2021.
NRF Forecasts Mid-Single-Digit Retail Sales Growth In 2023
The National Retail Federation issued its annual forecast today, anticipating that retail sales will grow between 4 percent and 6 percent in 2023. In total, NRF projects that retail sales will reach between $5.13 trillion and $5.23 trillion in 2023.
Helinox Opens Second Creative Center In Busan, South Korea
Helinox, the manufacturer of lightweight, portable furniture for outdoor use, recently opened its second multi-story Helinox Creative Center Busan (HCC Busan). Busan is the second largest city in South Korea know for urban design and outdoor escapes.
Dick’s SG To Open Store In Minnesota’s Rosedale Center
Dick’s Sporting Goods is opening an 80,000-square-foot store at Minnesota’s Rosedale Center. Poag Development Group, overseeing the construction of the store, formerly occupied by a Herberger, reported the news in a press release.
Outerstuff’s Debt Ratings Downgrade On Potential Default
S&P Global Ratings downgraded the debt ratings of Outerstuff LLC on an increasing likelihood of a default.
Adidas Retracts Opposition To BLM Trademark Application
Adidas AG, on Wednesday, reversed course 48 hours after asking the U.S. Trademark Office to reject a Black Lives Matter application for a trademark featuring three parallel stripes, according to Reuters.
