Topgolf Entertainment Group confirmed it is targeting a late 2022 opening for its new venue in Glasgow, its first location in Scotland.
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Mississippi TanTec Certified As Gold Rated Tannery
ISA TanTec, a manufacturer of leather known for its LITE (Low Impact To the Environment) manufacturing systems, announced that Mississippi TanTec (MTL), located in the U.S., has undergone the Leather Working Group (LWG) audit protocol and received certification as a gold-rated tannery. “We did not slow down on investing in sustainable projects even during the toughest time of […]
The Athlete’s Foot Reports Record Sales For 2021
Following the acquisition by the Arklyz Group, The Athlete’s Foot (TAF), reported record sales of $503 million with 24 percent retail sales growth in 2021.
RYU Apparel To Close Two Stores In Shift To Digital
RYU Apparel, Inc. announced that it would shift focus to its digital e-commerce business and close its Williamsburg and Toronto store locations.
Under Armour’s Q4 Tops Guidance, Warns Of Supply Chain Challenges
Under Armour Inc. reported fourth-quarter earnings and sales exceeded Wall Street targets. Sales guidance was also raised for the current quarter but margins are expected to be impacted by lingering supply chain constraints.
The North Face Leases Office, Showroom Space In Seattle
The North Face has signed a lease for 6,414 square feet of office and showroom space at the newly-constructed Fremont Crossing Building project in Seattle, WA according to Pastakia + Associates, a Seattle-based development firm.
Callaway Golf’s Q4 Tops Expectations On Topgolf Recovery
Callaway Golf Company reported a loss in the fourth quarter ended December 31 but results exceeded Wall Street’s targets due to a continuing recovery at Topgolf and ongoing momentum at its apparel and golf equipment businesses. Sales surged 89.9 percent in the period. Callaway predicted sales would expand 21 percent in 2022.
Kohl’s Responds To Director Nominations From Macellum Advisors
Kohl’s Corp. responded to the nomination of ten directors for election to the retailers’ Board of Directors by Activist investor group Macellum Advisors by noting that its Board now includes three independent directors that joined as part of a settlement with Macellum and other shareholders in April 2021.
Adidas Extends Appointments Of Two Board Members
The Supervisory Board of Adidas AG extended the appointment of Executive Board member Roland Auschel, responsible for global sales, by two years beyond 2022 until the end of 2024, and Executive Board member Brian Grevy, responsible for global brands, by five years
Asics’ Revenues Climb 23 Percent In 2021
Asics reported that despite the effects of COVID-19, net sales increased 22.9 percent in its year ended December 31 due to strong sales in all regions, mainly driven by the Performance Running category and the Core Performance Sports category. The biggest regional gains were seen in North America, up 31.8 percent; and Greater China, 27.9 percent.
Ortovox Partners With Arc’teryx On LiTRIC Avalanche Airbag System
Ortovox and Arc’teryx developed a lightweight avalanche airbag for Winter 2022, made possible through a collaboration with LiTRIC technology. The airbag system weighs 2.4 pounds and features an electronic system run by supercapacitors and a Lithium-Ion battery that holds 60 hours of charge for a minimum of two inflations. “It’s been such a unique process […]
Activist Investors Nominates 10 Candidates For Kohl’s Board
Activist investor group Macellum Advisors GP LLC has named the slate of 10 board members that it will nominate at Kohl’s Corp.’s next investor day, scheduled for March 7.
Body Glove Performer 11 Inflatable Paddle Board Offers Upgrades For 2022
Body Glove released its 2022 Performer 11 Inflatable Paddle Board with an enhanced design that features greater stability, convenient carry and lightweight durability. Body Glove first introduced the ISUP in 2016, featuring a touring design for all paddle levels. “We’re thrilled to continue innovating our best-selling Performer 11 to make paddlesports easier, more inclusive and […]
Canada Goose Lowers Guidance On Q3 Miss
Canada Goose Holdings Inc. reported earnings rose 49.2 percent in the third quarter ended January 2 as sales grew 26.2 percent. However, results were slightly below Wall Street’s targets and guidance was lowered for the year due to lower than expected revenue and retail traffic in APAC and EMEA in the current quarter, alongside new variant outbreaks and restrictions.
Academy Sports’ Debt Ratings Upgraded
S&P Global Ratings upgraded its debt ratings on Academy Sports + Outdoors, Inc. as the sporting goods chain “continues to post strong gains in sales and EBITDA resulting in better leverage.”
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