J.C. Penney Company Inc. announced that James (Jim) DePaul has been named executive vice president of stores, effective August 5, reporting directly to Jill Soltau, chief executive officer.
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Wacoal International Acquires Lively
Wacoal International Corporation, parent company of Wacoal America, Inc. and CW-X, announced the acquisition of Intimates Online, Inc., best known as the brand Lively.
Shopkick Survey: 44 Percent Of Consumers Plan To Cut Back On Shopping Due To Tariffs
In a survey of over 30,000 consumers from Shopkick, 60 percent said they will adjust the retailers at which they shop if the impending tariffs go into effect.
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.
Nike Extends Deal With National Women’s Soccer League
Nike and the National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) have agreed to an extended partnership through 2022 in which Nike remains the league’s exclusive partner of uniforms, apparel and equipment.
Newell Brands’ Outdoor Businesses Showing Some Recovery
Newell Brands Inc. said sales at its Outdoor & Rec division declined again in the second quarter but sales are improving sequentially as the division anniversaries Coleman‘s loss of distribution at a key U.S. retailer.
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.
Ikon Pass Adds Arapahoe Basin Ski Area In Colorado For Upcoming Winter
Another shot was fired in the ongoing ski area pass wars with the Friday announcement that Ikon Pass has added Arapahoe Basin Ski Area—which only a few months ago split from Vail Resorts’ Epic Pass—for the 2019/2020 season.
Dorel Sports’ Q2 Revenues Expand 7.4 Percent
Dorel Sports, which includes Cannondale, Schwinn, GT, Mongoose, Caloi and IronHorse, posted an operating profit against a loss in the second quarter as sales grew 7.4 percent.
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.
Johnson Outdoors Sees Slight Decline In Q3 Profits
Johnson Outdoors Inc. reported earnings slipped 7.1 percent in the third quarter ended June 28 due to higher operating expenses and lower margins tied to tariffs. Revenues grew 3 percent.
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