StockX Hit By Data Breach

StockX, the leading online marketplace for retro sneakers, has fallen victim to a data breach, allegedly exposing sensitive information of more than 6.8 million users worldwide.

Lew’s Holdings To Acquire Fox International

Fox International, Europe’s largest privately-owned fishing tackle company, announced that it has agreed to be acquired by Lew’s Holdings Corporation, a leader in the U.S. fishing equipment market.

5.11 Exceeds CODI’s Expectations While Velocity Falls Short

Compass Diversified Holdings (CODI) saw its two primary brands in the outdoor and sportsman’s space—5.11 and Velocity Outdoor—head in different directions during the second quarter. While 5.11 exceeded the company’s expectations, Velocity encountered some headwinds that stunted growth.

Emerald Execs Talk Outdoor Retailer

Emerald Expositions Events Inc. continues to beat the drum about Outdoor Retailer’s three-show cycle, which still has its doubters. During Thursday’s earnings call with analysts to discuss the company’s overall performance for the second quarter, Emerald’s recently appointed President and CEO Sally Shankland and CFO Phil Evans provided some color around the “cadence” of Outdoor Retailer.

Aisle Talk Week Of July 29

Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week, including industry and retail trade organizations reacting quickly to criticize President Trump’s plans for a new 10 percent tariff on $300 billion of Chinese imports, taking effect on September 1, 2019.

Asics North America Sees Sales Increase In Q2

The second quarter of 2019 for Asics North America (ANA), which includes the United States, Canada and Mexico, showed positive regional growth year-over-year and increased traffic to both online e-commerce and retail channels. This marks the second consecutive quarter of growth for Asics North America.

Newell Brands’ Q2 Profits Top Wall Street Targets

Newell Brands reported earnings dropped in the second quarter but came in above Wall Street’s consensus estimates. Newell also indicated that it delivered significant improvements in operating margin and operating cash flow.

Columbia’s Tim Boyle Speaks Out Against Tariffs

In a statement, Tim Boyle, president and CEO of Columbia Sportswear Co., decried President Trump’s plans for a new 10 percent tariff on $300 billion of Chinese imports. He said in part, “We’ve been fortunate to have a strong economy for the past decade. Let’s not tank the economy with the misguided conception that trade wars are fun.”

Ventum Announces Series A Funding

Ventum, maker of performance racing bicycles and the Official Global Bike Partner of Ironman, announced that it has raised a round of funding and that it is moving to Heber City, UT.