Puma reported sales grew 15.6 percent on a currency-neutral basis in the Americas region in the first quarter. Overall sales on a currency-neutral basis climbed 21.5 percent.
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Camping World Acquires Rock/Creek Outfitters
Camping World has acquired Rock/Creek Outfitters, based in Chattanooga, TN, according to multiple reports.
Adidas Partners With Prairie View A&M University
Prairie View A&M University and Adidas announced a new multiyear partnership in which Adidas will be the official athletic footwear, apparel and accessory brand of the Panthers.
Sportsmen, Conservationists, Patagonia Run Full-page Ad Against Fracking In Nevada’s Ruby Mountains
Thirteen conservation and sportsmen’s groups and outdoor apparel manufacturer Patagonia ran a full-page advertisement in Monday’s Elko Daily Free-Press opposing federal plans to open Nevada’s iconic Ruby Mountains to oil drilling and fracking.
Toad&Co Announces Partnership with LimeLoop
Toad&Co, the lifestyle company inspired by the outdoors, announced a partnership with LimeLoop, a new full-circle shipping solution for apparel.
Perry Ellis International Concludes License Agreement For Gotcha With Partner in North Africa
Perry Ellis International Inc. announced today that the company has entered into a license agreement with Kennek FZE in North Africa to source and distribute a full range of products from surf boards and wetsuits to casual wear and footwear under the Gotcha brand.
Adidas Signs Several Top NFL Prospects
Potential first round picks joining Adidas include highly touted defensive end Bradley Chubb from North Carolina State, Alabama Crimson Tide linebacker Rashaan Evans and safety Minkah Fitzpatrick, safety Derwin James from FSU, wide receiver Courtland Sutton from SMU, Georgia running back Sony Michel and Texas A&M wide receiver Christian Kirk.
Newell Brands Averts Proxy Battle
The battle over board seats at Newell Brands has come to a quicker-than-expected end. But the divestitures will continue.
Vans Opens Public Vote For The Ninth Annual Custom Culture Competition
This year, 500 qualifying schools participated by designing two pairs of blank Vans shoes illustrating the themes of ‘Local Flavor’ and ‘Off The Wall.’
Columbia Sportswear Appoints Snow Burns as Mountain Hardwear’s Head Of Marketing
Columbia Sportswear Company announced the appointment of Snow Burns to serve as global vice president of marketing for the Mountain Hardwear brand.
Woolrich x “Mollino’s Magical Eye” | Salone del Mobile 2018
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Newell Brands Announces Agreement With Starboard To End Proxy Contest
Newell Brands agreed to add three independent directors to the company’s board, ending a months-long proxy fight with activist investor Starboard Value LP.
Planalytics Sees Weather Taking Toll On Q1 Retail
Planalytics estimated the the cold early spring extracted $1.4 billion in sales from DIY stores and $425 million from clothing stores versus the prior year.
Yeti Coolers Ends Relationship With The NRA
Yeti Coolers has cut ties with the NRA Foundation, the NRA announced. Yeti called it an “outdated” discount program and asserted the NRA-ILA’s statement criticizing the company is incorrect.
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