Duluth Trading To Open Distribution Center In Adairsville, GA
Duluth Trading Company has committed to building a new distribution and fulfillment facility in Adairsville, GA, according to a statement from Georgia governor Brian P. Kemp.
SportChek Same-Store Sales Expand 4.1 Percent in Second Quarter
SportChek’s retail sales increased 0.6 percent in the second quarter, with comparable sales up 4.1 percent over the same period last year, according to its parent, Canadian Tire Corporation, Ltd.
Natural Fiber Welding Names New CFO
Natural Fiber Welding (NFW), the manufacturer of clean technology to increase the performance of plant-based textiles for the circular economy supporting the footwear industry, recently hired Rob Salter as CFO.
Jordan Brand Announces 20-Year Partnership With Howard University
Jordan Brand announced a 20-year partnership with Howard University. The Nike subsidiary will unveil the first Jumpman uniforms for the program on August 27.
JCPenney Appoints CFO
JCPenney announced it hired Stephanie Plaines as CFO effective immediately.
Brooks Running Sees Double-Digit Growth In Q2
Brooks Running reported sales grew 11 percent in the second quarter year over year. In the face of ongoing economic and supply chain stressors, Brooks said it began to meet strong demand in May, keeping the company on track for projected double-digit revenue growth in 2022.
Leatt’s Q2 Revenues Gain 25 Percent
Profits at Leatt Corp rose 13 percent in the second quarter on a 25 percent revenue gain.
HanesBrands’ Second Quarter Dragged Down By Cyber Attack
HanesBrands, Inc. reported sales and earnings for the second quarter were negatively impacted by a ransomware attack as well as softer-than-expected point-of-sale trends. Global Champion brand sales decreased 20 percent over prior year in constant currency. The parent of Champion and Hanes significantly reduced its guidance for the year.
Stio To Expand At Retail With East Coast Mountain Studio Location
Stio announced it will open its latest East Coast Mountain Studio in Boston, with an expected opening date later this fall.
Canada Goose’s Q1 Tops Guidance
Canada Goose Holdings Inc. reported a wider loss in the first quarter ended July 3 due to the timing of marketing expenses while sales grew 24 percent on improving store productivity. Both the loss and sales topped guidance. Canada Goose maintained its guidance for the year.
Altamont Capital Partners Exits Investment In Fox Racing
After eight years of partnership with Fox Racing, Altamont Capital Partners has exited its investment with a sale of the company to Vista Outdoor.
Unifi’s Q4 Profits Squeezed By Margin Pressures
Unifi, Inc. reported earnings slid in the fiscal fourth quarter ended July 3 as lower gross margins offset a sales gain of 18 percent. Results were consistent with expectations.
Vista Outdoor Adds Two Board Members
Vista Outdoor, Inc. elected two independent members, Gerard Gibbons and Bruce Grooms, to its Board of Directors during the company’s Annual Meeting of Stockholders on July 26, 2022.
Mizuno’s Revenues Expand 8 Percent In First Quarter
Mizuno Corp. reported sales grew 7.8 percent in the first quarter ended March 31, driven by growth in the golf business.
Acon Investments Increases Stake In New Era Cap
Acon Investments has announced closing a single-asset continuation round worth around $700 million to increase its stake in the New Era headwear brand while bringing in new backers. As part of the transaction, Major League Baseball, the National Football League and the National Basketball Association will become minority owners in New Era Cap.
