Author: James Hartford

Skechers USA, Inc. announced net sales for the third quarter of 2003 totaled $221.8 million compared to $261.1 million in the third quarter of 2002. Net loss for the quarter was $5.9 million, or a 15 cents loss per diluted share, versus net earnings of $

VF Corporation announced better than anticipated sales and earnings for the third quarter of 2003, reflecting stronger than expected sales in the Company's core businesses and a higher than expected profit contribution from Nautica Enterprises, Inc.

Columbia Sportswear Company saw third quarter net sales increase 12.6% to $373.4 million for the quarter ended September 30, 2003. Net income rose 11.8% for Q3 to $63.6 million, or $1.56 per diluted share, compared to $56.9 million, or $1.42 per diluted

Huffy Corporation subsidiary, Huffy Service First, Inc., has changed its name to Huffy Service Solutions, Inc. (HSS) reflecting its diversified channel, customer and strategic focus…

Callaway Golf Company reported net sales for third quarter dipped 4.3% to $154 million. Foreign currency exchange rates positively impacted net sales for Q3 by approximately $3 million, resulting in a constant currency sales decline of 6.2%. Net income

Saks Incorporated announced that Christina Johnson has resigned as President and Chief Executive Officer of Saks Fifth Avenue Enterprises (SFAE) to devote more time to family matters. Johnson's successor has been selected and will be announced in Dec

Phoenix Footwear Group, Inc. reported net sales increased 15.6% to $11.0 million for the third quarter ended September 27, 2003 versus $9.5 million for the third quarter of 2002. The increase in net sales for the third quarter of 2003 is primarily a resul

Columbia Sportswear Company received the 2003 Earnie Award presented by Earnshaw's Magazine for Best Design in Boys Outerwear. The award ceremony occurred at the Copacabana in New York City. In addition to receiving its second Earnie Award, Columbi

Deckers Outdoor Corporation reported net sales for the third quarter increased 40.4% to a record $24.9 million compared to $17.7 million in the same period last year. Net earnings for the quarter were $481,000, or $0.04 per diluted share, compared to a ne

The TJX Companies, Inc. announced that it signed an agreement to purchase substantially all of the assets of Bob's Stores. Bob's Stores and its subsidiaries have filed voluntary petitions under Chapter 11 of the U.S. Bankruptcy Code. TJX expect

K2 Inc. reported net sales for the third quarter ended September 30, 2003 increased 12.1% to $168.0 million from $149.8 million in the 2002 third quarter. Rawlings generated net sales of $20.2 million in Q3 that were not part of the numbers last year. T