Total Apparel Group has recently come under duress due to lackluster sales. The results of continued losses have equaled negative cash flows from operations, a working capital deficit of approximately $3.2 million, as well as accumulated losses of $43.5
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Recall: Simms Wading Staffs
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Amer Sports to Accelerate Growth in Apparel/Footwear
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REI Sees Upside in Factory Audit Partnership
According to its fourth annual stewardship report released last week, Recreational Equipment Incorporated is apparently very encouraged by its participation in the Fair Factories Clearinghouse (FCC), which it joined last year to reduce the cost of auditin
Kenny Ballard Leaves Boulder Outdoor Specialty Group
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Eco Index Pilot Program Launches Beta Test Process
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Bureau of ATF Awards Glock Ten-Year Contract
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Skeeter Boats Continues Sponsorship of BASS with Multiple-Year Agreement
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Remington CEO Resigns
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NSSF-adjusted NICS Numbers Show August Checks Up 4.6%
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NRA Challenges Constitutionality of Age-based Handgun Ban
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Cybex to Supply Troon Golf Courses
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