Iconix Brand Group, Inc. was awarded the Wal-Mart “Big Bet” Award, for the successful launch of the company's Op brand and the re-launch of the company's Starter and Danskin Now brands. The “Big Bet” Award was bestowed upon Iconix for successful
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Hibbett Sports Q1 Profits Up on Comp Sales Gain
Hibbett Sports, Inc. net sales increased 8.1% to $157.7 million for the fiscal first quarter ended May 2, compared with $145.8 million for the year-ago period. Comparable store sales increased 2.4% for the quarter. Net income increased 16.4% to $10.9 mill
Zumiez Q1 Comps Drops 15.3% with 2.4% Slide in Net Sales
Zumiez Inc. said total net sales for the first quarter ended May 2, 2009 decreased 2.4% to $76.8 million from $78.7 million reported in the first quarter ended May 3, 2008. The company posted a net loss for the quarter of $1.7 million or 6 cents per dilut
Gregory L. Quesnel Joins Ross Stores Board of Directors
Ross Stores, Inc. said that Gregory L. Quesnel has been elected to its Board of Directors effective immediately…
Stage Stores Sees Q1 Loss with 14% Decrease in Comp. Inventory
Stage Stores, Inc. reported a net loss for the first quarter ended May 2, 2009 of $0.9 million, or 2 cents per diluted share, compared to net income of $2.3 million, or 6 cents per diluted share, for the prior year first quarter ended May 3, 2008…
Sears Reports Q1 Sales Fall 10.1%; Aggregate Comps Down 7.4%
Sears Holding Corporation reported total revenus for the first quarter ended May 2 decreased 10.1% to $10.06 billion as compared to total revenues of $11.07 billion for the 13 weeks ended May 3, 2008. The decrease includes a $208 million decline due to un
Asics Corp. Sees Flat Bottom Line for Fiscal 2009
Asics Corporation posted a 7% increase in net consolidated revenues for the fiscal year ended March 31, helped by continued gains in Japan and the U.S. and offset a bit by negative trends in Europe. Net income was slightly lower for the year, as a strong
BoatU.S:3,400 Boaters Will Need Assistance This Weekend
This holiday weekend, BoatU.S. Towing Services is projecting that 3,400 recreational boaters and anglers nationwide will need some type of on-the-water assistance. The biggest reason why boaters will need a tow back to a marina or launch ramp is likely th
Smith and Wesson to Pledge $75,000 for NRA Handbook
Smith & Wesson Corp. said recently the company has pledged $75,000 to the National Rifle Association (NRA) in support of the NRA Guide to the Basics of Pistol Shooting handbook. The donation will provide a three-year sponsorship of the handbook that reach
GOA: Gun Owners on the Verge of Legislative Victory
After eight years of clashing with bureaucrats and congressional leadership opposed to gun rights, a resolution to the battle to repeal the National Park Service (NPS) gun ban appears close, according to a release by the Gun Owners of America…
Dynamic Brands Acquires ForeFront Assets
Dynamic Brands, the parent company for Bag Boy, Slotline, AMF Golf, Baby Jogger, and Protect-A-Bub, has acquired the assets of ForeFront Holdings LLC. These assets include golf brands Burton, Datrek, Devant, Sir Christopher Hatton, and Miller Golf. Terms
Dick’s SG Bests Own Q1 Estimates; Comps Fall 6%
Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. consolidated same-store sales declined 6.0% for the fiscal first quarter ended May 2, besting the company's own estimate for a 12% to 9% decline for the period. The retailer, which also owns Golf Galaxy and Chick'
WNBA, adidas Launch Rookie Report Program
The Women’s National Basketball Association (WNBA) and adidas have launched the adidas WNBA Rookie Report Program. The program will include an adidas-branded section on WNBA.com, and exclusive behind-the-scenes content from the newest WNBA players. Adidas
2009 PGA Fall Expo Promises to Reduce Costs, Adds Efficiencies
Lower participation costs for both exhibitors and buyers; increased exhibitor efficiencies; and an entirely new approach to a buyer-centered show floor are the primary initiatives launching at the 2009 PGA Fall Expo, Sept. 1-2, at the Mandalay Bay Convent
Cabela’s Store Opens in Billings
Cabela’s Incorporated reported that a crowd estimated at 3,500 was on hand for the ribbon-cutting and grand opening of the Cabela’s store in Billings on May 14. The ceremony kicked off 18 days of Grand Opening events at the new 80,000-square-foot supersto