Selkirk Sport, the manufacturer of pickleball equipment, is expanding its product range by launching the S01 Pro Court Shoe and S02 Premium Court Shoe. The S01 Pro Court Shoe, the first shoe introduced by Selkirk Labs, enables faster movement on the court. Key features include a ladder lacing system, breathable fabric and an extended sole wrap […]
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Overstock.com To Re-Brand After Bed Bath & Beyond IP Acquisition
Overstock.com, Inc. reported it acquired certain intellectual property assets of the Bed Bath & Beyond banner from Bed Bath & Beyond, Inc. under a Bankruptcy Court supervised process. The company purchased the assets for $21.5 million, funded with cash on-hand.
Nike Tops Fiscal Q4 Sales Expectations, Misses On Earnings On Margin Pressures
Nike, Inc. reported net earnings slid 28 percent in its fiscal fourth quarter ended May 31 and were just short of Wall Street expectations due in part to higher markdowns used to clear inventories.
Precor Partners To Support Stages Cycling’s Global Distribution
Precor, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Peloton, and Stages Cycling, a manufacturer of commercial indoor cycles, power meters and cycle computers, announced plans to enter into a “strategic global distribution agreement that will expand the availability and reach of Stages Cycling products to new markets and customers.”
Kahtoola Names Marketing And Communications Chief
Kahtoola, the manufacturer of footwear traction and performance gaiters, hired Jimmy Hopper as director of marketing, brand development and communications, effective immediately.
L Catterton Sells Majority Stake In Cicli Pinarello
L Catterton reported selling its majority stake in Cicli Pinarello, the Italian manufacturer of road bikes, accessories and apparel, which it acquired in December 2016, to a “private family office.” The company did not disclose the terms of the transaction.
Authentic Brands Raises $500M In Funding From General Atlantic
Authentic Brands Group has raised $500 million from its existing investor General Atlantic, bringing the private equity firm’s investment in the apparel chain operator to nearly $2 billion. The funds will be used to accelerate growth.
REI To Open A Store In Durango
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KPMG Sees Back-To-School Spending Climbing 21 Percent
Back-to-school shoppers expect to spend, on average, $377 per child, 21 percent more than a year ago, ranging from $212 per preschooler to $640 for a first-year college student, according to KPMG’s 2023 Back-to-School Spending survey.
Yamaha To Exit Snowmobile Business In 2025
Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. announced plans to cease making snowmobiles by 2025 after 55 years in production. The company plans to end sales of snowmobiles in Europe through the 2024 model year and in North America through the 2025 model year, with Japan selling through its in-stock inventory.
EXEC: American Outdoor Brands Eyes Return To Growth, Potential For $400 Million In Revenue
America Outdoor Brands said it strengthened its balance sheet, generated significant operating cash flow, controlled costs, and continues to invest for its long-term growth but full-year net sales were $191.2 million, a decrease of 22.8 percent, compared with the prior year and an increase of 14.2 percent over pre-pandemic fiscal 2020.
Soccer Pioneer Hubert Vogelsinger Passes Away
Hubert Vogelsinger, a pioneer of soccer camps in the United States and a notable figure in the North American Soccer League (NASL), has passed away.
Lululemon Partners With Ohio State University
The Ohio State Buckeyes Department of Athletics announced a new merchandising partnership with Lululemon.
Koroyd Grows HQ With New Hires, Innovation Investment and Brand Relaunch
Koroyd, the maker of advanced impact protection technology, headquartered in Monoco, relocated and expanded its headquarters, added new hires, relaunched its brand messaging, and reported category growth in significant markets for the brand.
Colt CZ Group Acquires SwissAA Holding AG
Colt CZ Group SE acquired Swiss ammunition producer SwissAA Holding Ag. The company financed the transaction with cash reserves, including a recent bond issue for an undisclosed amount.
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