Symptom Radar, the first feature available for testing in Oura Labs, pioneers the connection between biometric data trends and overall wellness
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REI and Partner Expand Camping Experience near Bryce Canyon NP
The companies collaborated to create elevated platforms from Trex composite decking to elevate tent set-ups, expanded REI’s Signature Camp near Bryce Canyon National Park in Utah.
Consumer Confidence Index Flat in March, but Outlook Index May Signal Trouble Ahead
The Consumer Confidence Index was 104.7 in March, essentially unchanged from February. But the Expectations Index, based on consumers’ short-term outlook for income, business and labor market conditions, fell to 73.8, which is in recession territory.
NRF: Economy Remains ‘Sturdy’ Despite Forecast for Slower Growth
Adjusted for inflation, GDP is expected to grow about 2.3 percent year-over-year, slower than last year’s 2.5 percent but still strong enough to sustain job growth that drives consumer spending.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Posts DD Same-Store Sales Decline in Q4; Swings to Loss
The retailer reported lower-than-expected Q4 sales for the 14-week period ended February 3, but indicated it was successful in reducing excess inventory. Same-store sales decreased 12.8 percent on a 13-week comparable basis.
SwingU Promotes Calli Ringsby to Head of Product
Ringsby, a Stanford graduate and national championship-winning women’s golf team player, is “passionate about empowering women in technology.” She leads an all-female product team at SwingU.
KemperSports Hires Industry Veteran as Senior VP, Golf Strategy and Growth
Jim Boedecker is responsible for leveraging KemperSports’ growing portfolio of golf and sports properties and assets to create new revenue streams. He will also develop new lines of business for KemperSports in and around golf, sports and hospitality.
Leki USA Hires New Sales Representation for Great Lakes Region
Specialty Sports Reps (SSR) will cover the Great Lakes trekking and outdoor retail territory (Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, and Kentucky), effective immediately.
Peak Ski Company Appoints Director of Operations
Alex Ford was, most recently, operations manager and has been with the company since its launch In April of 2022.
Gordon Brothers Acquires Catch Co. Assets
Catch Co. brands include Mystery Tackle Box, 10,000 Fish, BioSpawn, Hard Hat Jigs, Heavy Metal Tungsten, Stickies Hooks, and collaborations.
NSSF: Adjusted NICS Background Checks Decline 7.4 Percent
For comparison, the unadjusted March 2024 FBI NICS figure of 2,497,577 reflects a 15.5 percent decrease from the unadjusted FBI NICS figure of 2,954,230 in March 2023.
Archery Trade Association Makes Board Appointments
ATA appointed Jason Harris, director of marketing and product management for Primos Hunting, to its Board of Directors.
Winchester Ammunition Awarded Contract for New Lake City Plant
Olin Corporation’s Winchester Ammunition division was awarded a contract for the construction of the next-gen squad weapon— Ammunition manufacturing facility at Lake City Army Ammunition Plant.
Oros Labs Secures $22M in Series B Funding
The thermal solutions company serves an array of dual-use applications. The funding round was led by Airbus Ventures.
EXEC: Has Authentic Won the Bidding for the Champion Brand?
After a long period of speculation since Hanesbrands Inc. (HBI) management first indicated in September 2023 that it was open to selling its iconic Champion brand, a deal to acquire the brands appears to be on the horizon
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