Author: SGB Media

Eddie Bauer is shifting portions of its production capacity to make N95 and surgical masks to help meet the demand for personal protective equipment caused by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nike Inc. reported diluted earnings per share for the fiscal third quarter of 53 cents, which was in-line with Wall Street’s expectations. Revenues rose 5 percent to $10.1 billion ahead of estimates by $530 million. COVID-19 primarily affected the company in China during the period, but executives will provide an update on the coronavirus’ impact on operations elsewhere in the world on its earnings call.

The RV Industry Association said based on the information it has received from Indiana state officials, RV manufacturing qualifies as an essential business in the State of Indiana under Gov. Eric Holcomb’s March 23 Executive Order.

Boston-based New Balance Foundation on Tuesday announced it has committed $2 million in nonprofit grants in response to the COVID-19 pandemic to support local, regional and global communities.

JD Sports Fashion Plc provided an update on the impact of COVID-19 on its business along with the measures it is taking to actively manage the risks to its customers, colleagues and operations.

“The fishing industry and fishermen need continued consumer access for purchasing fish and seafood, and many businesses are offering alternative delivery options. XTRATUF is hoping to help support the community by connecting consumers across the country to healthy, fresh protein, shipped directly to your doorstep.”

Fallout from the coronavirus pandemic continues to rankle the active-lifestyle marketplace. Most retailers have temporarily closed their doors. Sports leagues show no signs of resuming play. And now the Summer Olympics has been postponed until 2021. The ripple effect of the coronavirus (COVID-19) is reaching new pockets of the U.S. economy and will linger for months to come.

Superfeet has opened its doors to help those needing immediate access to 3D printers and/or production facilities to shore up short-term medical supply demand during the Covid-19 pandemic.