Descente Ltd. reported net earnings slid 26.2 percent in the nine months through December 31 as sales increased 2.0 percent.
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Brunswick Corp’s Earnings Climb In Q4
Brunswick Corp. reported earnings rose 32 percent on an adjusted basis in the fourth quarter. Sales grew 5.7 percent as a 18.6 percent gain in the marine segment offset a 5.6 percent decline in the fitness segment.
Moody’s Lowers Academy’s Debt Ratings Again
Moody’s Investors Service downgraded Academy’s debt for the second time since September 2018. The downgrades reflect Moody’s expectations for continued weak earnings and credit metrics in the near term, driven by a challenging operating environment, the transition of the company’s merchandising assortment, margin pressure from the mix shift to e-commerce and investments needed to improve the store and digital experience.
Nike Responds To Controversy Over Allah-Like Design
In response to an online petition demanding Nike recall many of its Air Max 270 models because a script logo on the sole resembles the word Allah in Arabic, Nike said in a statement that it “respects all religions” and any resemblance to the word is accidental.
SHOT Show Review: Political Headwinds Cloud Future For Firearms Industry
The 41st SHOT Show saw a record number of exhibitors amid signs in recent quarters that the firearms industry may finally be stabilizing. But the industry remains only cautiously optimistic that growth can resume in 2019 with political battles likely to intensify heading into the 2020 presidential election.
Unifi Announces Recipients Of 2nd Annual Repreve Champions Of Sustainability Awards
Unifi Inc. announced its second annual Champions of Sustainability awards.This year, a total of 68 companies are being recognized as Champions of Sustainability – a 36 percent increase from last year’s total. With their help, Unifi said it has now recycled more than 14 billion bottles that are used to make its Repreve performance fiber.
Ladder Appoints Six Seasoned Executives To Lead the Next Wave Of Wellness
Ladder, the digital marketplace for health and wellness coaching, announced the addition of six seasoned business and technical professionals to its leadership.
Safilo’s Sales Rise 1.3 Percent In Q4
Safilo Group S.p.A. reported preliminary net sales in the fourth quarter equaled €249.1 million, up 1.3 percent at constant exchange rates and 1.8 percent at current exchange rates compared to the same period of 2017. The performance of the wholesale business was negative by 4.1 percent at constant exchange rates.
Nike Opens SNKRS Pop-Up Shop In Atlanta
Nike opened its first city-inspired SNKRS pop-up shop in Atlanta on 10th Street NW as well as a separate “Studio of Dreams” Super Bowl Content Studio nearby.
L.L. Bean’s CFO Joins New England Advisory Council
The Federal Reserve Bank of Boston announced that Kierston Van Soest, CFO, L.L. Bean, is one of six new members of its 2019 New England Advisory Council.
Yamaha Sponsors 2019 Major League Fishing Events
Yamaha announced that it has joined Major League Fishing (MLF) as an official outboard sponsor of the 2019 Bass Pro Tour.
HSS Expands Collaboration With Aspen Institute’s Sports & Society Program
Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), ranked #1 in the nation for orthopedics for the past nine consecutive years by U.S. News & World Report, and the Aspen Institute have extended and expanded their collaboration to explore and provide safety strategies and guidelines for children.
Black Diamond To Sponsor Freeride World Tour
Black Diamond Equipment, along with its sister brand Pieps, are named as official supplier and safety partners for the Freeride World Tour for the next three years.
CBS And Girls Inc. Team Up To Empower Girls With A Special Super Bowl PSA
CBS and Girls Inc., the non-profit, have joined together to create a CBS Cares public service announcement set to air during the CBS Television Network’s Super Bowl LIII coverage, Sunday, February 3, and after the Super Bowl on the CBS Sports Network.
Polartec Commits To 100 Percent Recycled Materials And Biodegradability
Polartec, the producer of innovative and sustainable textile solutions, introduced its Eco-Engineering initiative to use recycled and biodegradable materials across its entire product line.