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Asics Opens Access To Asics Studio Workout App

March 31, 2020 SGB Update

Asics has opened access to the Asics Studio at-home workout app to anyone free of charge as part of its response to COVID-19.

NPD: Athletic Footwear Sales Tumble In Week Ending March 21

March 31, 2020 SGB Update

Athletic footwear sales were down 65 percent in the week ending March 21, according to The NPD Group. Sport lifestyle and skate, the categories that were trending the best before the pandemic, also each declined by more than 60 percent.

J.C. Penney Furloughs Majority of Employees, Extends Store Closures

March 31, 2020 SGB Update

J.C. Penney Co. announced it will extend the temporary closure of its stores and business offices due to the coronavirus As a result of its store closures, J.C. Penney said it would temporarily furlough the majority of store hourly associates beginning April 2.

Goal Zero’s Demand Soars Amid Coronavirus

March 31, 2020 SGB Executive

Goal Zero is one company that has seen a surge in demand for its products amid the coronavirus pandemic. SGB Executive looks at the drivers behind these the portable power brand’s soaring sales and the supply chain challenges it’s overcoming.

Dick’s Sporting Goods Amends Credit Line

March 31, 2020 SGB Update

Dick’s Sporting Goods amends the company’s senior secured revolving credit facility arrangement to have $2.1 billion in aggregate commitments, up from a prior level of $1.6 billion.

Under Armour Shareholder Lawsuit Over Port Covington Land Purchase Dismissed

March 31, 2020 SGB Update

A federal court in Maryland dismissed a shareholders lawsuit against Under Armour and its founder, Kevin Plank, over the acquisition of land in Baltimore’s Port Covington area for its new headquarters.

Bass Pro’s Debt Ratings Outlook Lowered To Negative

March 31, 2020 SGB Update

Moody’s changed its debt rating of Bass Pro Group, L.L.C. to negative from stable. The change in outlook to negative from stable reflects the risk that Bass Pro’s credit metrics may weaken on a sustained basis as a result of recessionary conditions and declines in discretionary consumer spending.

Yue Yuen’s Revenues Expand 4.2 Percent In 2019

March 31, 2020 SGB Update

Yue Yuen Industrial (Holdings) Ltd. recorded revenue of $10,105.4 million in 2019, representing an increase of 4.2 percent, compared with the previous year. Profit attributable to owners of the company declined by 2.1 percent to $300.5 million, as compared to $307.1 million recorded for the previous year.

Crocs Amends Credit Facility, Suspends Share Buybacks

March 31, 2020 SGB Update

Crocs amended its revolving credit facility and suspended share repurchases to preserve maximum liquidity and flexibility amid the COVID-19 pandemic. The company also said its retail stores in North America will remain closed until further notice.

Escalade Appoints New President & CEO

March 31, 2020 SGB Update

Escalade Inc., a maker of a wide range of sporting goods, announced the appointment of Scott Sincerbeaux as the organization’s next president and chief executive officer. Sincerbeaux joins Escalade from Wolverine World Wide, Inc., where he held several positions including president of The Stride Rite Children’s Group, president of direct to consumer and president of global retail.

Saucony Run For Good Foundation Marks 15th Anniversary

March 30, 2020 SGB Update

Saucony marks the 15th anniversary of the brand’s Saucony Run for Good Foundation with the announcement of a new round of grant winners. Established in 2006, the Foundation has awarded more than $1.5 million dollars in grants to 180 schools and community organizations all dedicated to preventing childhood obesity through running and proper nutrition.