Life Time Inc.’s debt rating was downgraded by Standard & Poors due to pandemic-related closures.
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VF Corp.’s Debt Rating Outlook Revised To Negative
Standard & Poors Corp. revised its debt rating outlook on VF Corp. to negative. The rating agency said it expects VF’s operating results to be “significantly weaker” than it expected due to the economic fallout from the spread of the coronavirus.
Foot Locker’s Debt Rating Outlook Revised To Negative
Standard & Poors Corp. revised its outlook to negative from stable and affirmed all its ratings on Foot Locker, including the ‘BB+’ issuer credit rating. The rating agency said the retailer will face significant top-line headwinds this year, as restrictive government mandates to contain the coronavirus pandemic lead to temporary store closures, deflated consumer confidence, and a swift and severe drop in discretionary consumer spending.
Nike Signs 2020 WNBA First Draft Pick
Nike has signed Sabrina Ionescu, who was selected first overall in the 2020 WNBA draft and has been the most hyped women’s basketball prospect in recent years.
Neiman Marcus Could File For Bankruptcy This Week
Neiman Marcus Group is preparing to file for bankruptcy as soon as this week, Reuters reported Sunday.
Gyms Rank Among The First To Be Allowed To Re-Open
In a memo issued on Thursday titled “Guidelines for Opening Up America Again,” the White House included gyms among the businesses that could reopen to the general public during “phase one” of its three-part reopening plan to jump-start the American economy.
Gun Shops Can Sell From Parking Lots Amid Pandemic
The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) in an industry letter published Friday said that federally licensed firearms sellers could complete transactions through drive-up windows and temporary booths in their parking lots or other parts of their The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives (ATF) in an industry letter published Friday said that federally licensed firearms sellers could complete transactions through drive-up windows and temporary booths in their parking lots or other parts of their property.
Academy Sports’ Debt Ratings Downgraded
Moody’s Investors Service downgraded Academy, Ltd.’s corporate family rating (CFR) to Caa2 from Caa1 and probability of default rating (PDR) to Caa3-PD from Caa1-PD.
Todd Spaletto Out At Wolverine World Wide
Wolverine World Wide reported that Todd Spaletto and the company mutually agreed he will resign as president of WWW’s Michigan Group on or before May 30, according to a regulatory filing.
Lululemon’s CFO Joins Asbury Automotive Group
Patrick Guido, Luluemon’s CFO, will join Asbury Automotive Group. On April 16, Lululemon had announced that Guido was departing the company, effective May 8, for another opportunity.
Stein Mart Calls Off Buyout Plans
Stein Mart Inc. called off plans for a buyout by a private equity firm amid the “unpredictable economic conditions” caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Optimistic Start To Summer For Southeast Destinations Completely Reversed
In less than 30 days, the COVID-19 pandemic swept across the entire U.S. and the world and left five destination resorts in three Southeast states with a completely reversed scenario for the coming summer months, according to the Monthly Market Briefing released by DestiMetrics and Inntopia.
April 17 Coronavirus Notebook: Retail Woes, Reopening Plans And More
As the White House looks to reopen the country, our latest Coronavirus Notebook looks at this week’s grim economic news that drove the president’s decision. We also recap our recent COVID-19 business coverage in case you missed anything.
Aisle Talk Week Of April 13, 2020
Top National Stories and the Latest Headlines from SGB Updates across the Active Lifestyle Market during the week of April 13, 2020.
Kohl’s Enters $1.5 Billion Asset-Based Revolving Credit Facility
Kohl’s Corp. in a regulatory filing said it has entered a $1.5 billion asset-based revolving credit facility.
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