The Buckle, Inc. announced that total net sales for the 5-week fiscal month ended July 4, 2020 increased 26.8 percent to $94.8 million from net sales of $74.8 million for the prior year 5-week fiscal month ended July 6, 2019.
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Snipes USA Announces New President
Snipes has appointed Jim Bojko as president of Snipes USA. In this role, Bojko is responsible for leading the U.S. operations of the international sneaker and streetwear retailer as it continues to expand the brand across the United States.

Retail Imports Improving Slightly, But Still Far Below Last Year
Imports at major U.S. retail container ports are expected to remain significantly below last year’s levels into this fall as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic continues, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation.

Under Armour Partners With Eastern Mennonite University
Eastern Mennonite University in Harrisburg, PA announced that it has entered into a five-year partnership with Under Armour through BSN Sports.

Pinarello Appoints CEO Of U.S. Operation
Pinarello has hired Roberto Sadowsky as as Chief Executive Officer at the U.S. operation of the premium bicycles, accessories and apparel brand.

ATTA Sees Losses Compounding But Optimism Returning in Sentiment Report
The Adventure Travel Trade Association has released findings from its Second Adventure Business Impact Monitor Survey: COVID-19.

New Waco Shoe Co. To Sell Spenco, Revitalign, Ironsport And Ironman Brands
Two former Spenco Medical Corporation executives purchased the footwear assets of the company to offer the full line of Spenco Footwear through a new entity, Waco Shoe Company.

Fitness Industry Owners Call On Governors To Keep Gyms Open
Over 60 of America’s top fitness industry leaders signed an open letter calling on all U.S. states governors to allow gyms to remain open safely as states take action to curb the COVID-19 crisis.

Orpyx Medical Technologies Secures $7.6M In Series A Funding
Orpyx Medical Technologies a maker of insoles that monitors diabetic foot complications, announced the close of a $7.6 million Series A investment round.

Retail Reports Roundup
Retail surveys and studies that arrived last week included McKinsey & Co. identifying five shifts in consumer behavior since the onset of COVID-19. Others explored how the pandemic has affected online spending, online returns, holiday purchasing intent, brand discovery for Millenials, and more.

FC Barcelona To Seek Compensation From Nike For Flawed Jerseys
FC Barcelona plans to seek a monetary recovery from Nike after discovering its new football kits are defective, according to the Financial Times. The report stated that a manufacturing error caused the colors to bleed when wet.

Newest Member Joins USA Triathlon Foundation Board Of Trustees
Alexander Egan, a nonprofit executive and avid triathlete, was announced as the newest addition to the 11-member USA Triathlon Foundation Board of Trustees.

JCPenney Closing Manhattan Mall And Kings Plaza Locations In NYC
JCPenney disclosed in bankruptcy court filings that it was closing two more locations in New York City. The locations are at Manhattan Mall in Manhattan and Kings Plaza in Brooklyn.

TriStar Arms Adds Orion Wholesale And Tactical Gear Distributors
TriStar Arms has added two new distributors, Orion Wholesale and Tactical Gear Distributors, to meet strong demand.

Source Outdoor Group Named Agency Of Record For SCI
Safari Club International (SCI) announced Source Outdoor Group of Gainesville, GA as its endemic marketing and communications agency.