Due to the ongoing impact of the COVID-19 pandemic, Little League International has decided to cancel its World Series and Region Tournaments for the first time in the organization’s history.
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NRA Cancels National Rifle & Pistol Championships Due To COVID-19
The National Rifle Association (NRA) has decided to cancel the 2020 NRA Precision Pistol Championships, July 1-5; NRA High Power Championships, August 9-25; and the 2020 NRA Smallbore Championships scheduled for July 23-August 4 due to the coronavirus.
Unifi Posts Loss On Impairment Charge Tied To Sale
Unifi Inc. reported that it completed sale of its 34 percent interest in Parkdale America, LLC (PAL) to the existing majority partner, Parkdale, Inc., in an all-cash transaction for $60.0 million. The fibers manufacturer also posted a loss in the third quarter ended March 2 after a charge related to the sale.
Iconix Inks Deal To Sell Umbro China
Iconix Brand Group Inc. reported in a regulatory filing that it entered an agreement to sell Umbro China Limited to HK Qiaodan Investment Limited for $62.5 million.
Tecnica Group Canada Announces Rollerblade National Sales Manager
Tecnica Group Canada announced the appointment of Martin Lafleur to the position of national sales manager for the Rollerblade brand, a logical addition following his recent nomination as national sales manager for Nordica.
Dillard’s To Reopen 55 Stores
Dillard’s Inc. announced plans to re-open 55 stores in select locations following their temporary closure due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Amazon.com’s Q1 Sales Jump 26 Percent
Amazon.com Inc. reported net sales increased 26 percent with North American sales surging 29 percent.
Dillard’s Amends Revolving Credit Facility
Dillard’s Inc. announced that it has amended its $800 million senior unsecured revolving credit facility consistent with the company’s liquidity needs.
Columbia Sportswear Posts Q1 Operating Loss, Sales Slide 13 Percent
Columbia Sportswear Company reported an operating loss of $2 million in the first quarter as sales fell 13 percent. Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer Tim Boyle said, “It is important to note that we entered into this crisis in a position of strength, with a fortress balance sheet and top quartile operating margin performance in our industry in 2019. As consumers look to make every dollar they spend count within this challenging economic environment, we believe the Columbia brand’s differentiated innovation and exceptional value are as important as ever.”
CODI’s Q1 Revenue Slips Amid COVID-19 Pressure
Compass Diversified Holdings reported net income for the first quarter of $4.9 million on revenue of $333.4 million, which was a 1.6 percent decline from the same quarter a year ago and missed expectations by $3.6 million.
Golf Rounds Played Slide In March
Golf rounds played for March 2020 fell 8.5 percent nationally compared to a year ago, according to Golf Datatech. Double-digit increases in the New England, East North Central and Mid Atlantic regions were offset by a steep decline in the Pacific region and smaller declines in the South Central and South Atlantic.
Delta Apparel Ekes Out EPS Beat In Q1
Delta Apparel Inc. reported earnings per share for its fiscal second quarter ended March 28 of 19 cents, beating analysts’ estimates by 1 cent while revenue of $96.7 million was in line with Wall Street’s targets—two notable achievements as the coronavirus impacted business in the latter half of the period.
Why Garmin Is Bullish On Post-Coronavirus Opportunities
Garmin Ltd. might have withdrawn its fiscal 2020 guidance due to coronavirus-related economic uncertainty, but the Olathe, KS-based maker of wearable technology and at-home fitness products emerged from the first quarter with an unusual abundance of confidence. President and CEO Cliff Pemble explains why.
Jim Gerson Returns As President Of Speedo North America
Pentland Group, which recently completed its acquisition of the Speedo North America business from PVH Corp., announced that Jim Gerson will be returning to the business as president of Speedo North America.
Macy’s Plans To Reopen 68 Stores On Monday
Macy’s Inc plans to reopen 68 stores on Monday in states that reduced coronavirus lockdown restrictions, according to the Wall Street Journal.
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