Aaron Gordon of the NBA’s Orlando Magic has signed a partnership agreement with Chinese sports brand 361 Degrees.
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Timberland Reopens Doors After Tragic Loss
Timberland reopened its doors Monday for the first since Catherine “Cassie” Heppner, a marketing executive for the company, was fatally stabbed Sunday at the brand’s headquarters in Stratham, NH, on February 9.
Utah’s Outdoor Industry Rolling, But Don’t Call It A Comeback
Utah’s outdoor industry enters 2020 on a roll. Not only did the state land the headquarters of newcomer brands Jack Wolfskin and Ventum, but it’s also seeing investments from stalwarts like Amer, Black Diamond and Gregory, and this summer it welcomes a new outdoor hardgoods trade show—all despite a recent high-profile setback for the state. What’s driving the turnaround?
Barneys New York To Close Remaining Locations On February 23
Barneys New York plans to close its remaining locations by February 23, according to a government filing.
Yue Yuen’s Sales Slide In January
Yue Yuen reported sales of $878.1 million in January against $924.0 million, a decline of 5.0 percent.
NBA To Lose ‘Hundreds Of Millions’ In China Over Hong Kong Tweet
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver said on Saturday that the league will likely lose “hundreds of millions of dollars” in lost sponsorships and broadcast revenue from its standoff with the Chinese government after an executive last year tweeted his support for Hong Kong’s protesters.
Thorlos Founder, James Thorneburg, Passes Away At 82
James “Jim” Lewis Throneburg, 82, founder of Thorlas hosiery, passed away at his home surrounded by family on Sunday, February 9, 2020.
Michael Avenatti Found Guilty On All Counts In Nike Extortion Trial
Michael Avenatti, the celebrity lawyer, was convicted of all three charges related to his efforts to extort up to $25 million from Nike. Nike issued a statement after the guilty verdict: “The verdict speaks volumes. We thank the jurors for their time and service which is the bedrock of the American judicial system.”
Nike’s Chief Digital Officer Joins Epic Games
Adam Sussman, former chief digital officer at Nike, was appointed president of Epic Games, which makes numerous video games, including the popular Fortnite game.
Cole Haan Files Registration Statement For Initial Public Offering
Cole Haan Inc. announced that it has publicly filed a registration statement on Form S-1 with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) relating to a proposed initial public offering of its common stock.
Famous Footwear’s Q4 Comps Jump 5.1 Percent
Caleres inc. reported consolidated net sales are expected to reach approximately $700 million in the fourth quarter, down 3 percent. Famous Footwear net sales are expected to be approximately $370 million, with same-store sales up 5.1 percent
Outdoor Retailer Show Reduction Cost Emerald Millions In Q4
The decision to cancel Outdoor Retailer Winter Market last November and consolidate it with January’s Outdoor + Snow Show—thereby reducing the annual OR show cycle to two—cost parent company Emerald Expositions Events Inc. $5.5 million in the fourth quarter, the company said this week.
Aisle Talk Week Of February 10
Top headlines from across the active lifestyle industry featured in SGB during the week of February 10, 2020.
Helly Hansen Delivers Robust Growth For Canadian Tire
Helly Hansen sales grew 20.4 percent in the fourth quarter, to Canadian $199.7 million ($151 mm). Allan Angus MacDonald, EVP of retail for Canadian Tire Corp., said on a conference call with analysts, “Helly Hansen has also been outstanding, ramping up fast, with sales doubling at Sport Chek year-over-year and nearly the same as Mark’s.”
January Retail Sales Grew 2.7 Percent Over Last Year
Retail sales in January increased 0.2 percent seasonally adjusted over December and were up 2.7 percent unadjusted year-over-year, the National Retail Federation said Friday.
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