Ross Stores, Inc. reported earnings per share of $1.37 for the first quarter ended May 2, 2015, up from $1.15 in the prior year. Net earnings grew to $282 million…
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Nike Opens Women’s Store in London
Nike opened its first women’s-only store in Europe on King’s Road in London…
The Buckle’s Q1 Earnings Decline
The Buckle, Inc. reported earnings slid 9.9 percent in the first quarter on a 2.2 percent dip on same-store sales…
PVH Launches Izod Tour+ Golf Apparel Line at Dick’s SG
PVH Corp.announced the launch of the Izod Tour+ golf apparel line. Izod brand ambassador and 2012 U.S. Open champion Webb Simpson debuted the line at the 2015 Masters Tournament and it is now available to consumers exclusively at select Dick’s Sport
Senate Approves Fast-Track Authority
President Barack Obama on Thursday moved closer to delivering a landmark trade deal that would cut the cost of some imported footwear when the U.S. Senate voted 62-38 to move forward with a bill that would grant the president fast-track authority he needs
Nathan Launches Inspirational Running Video Campaign
Nathan, a leader in hydration and visibility gear, introduced a new user-generated video campaign, “Journeys in Running.” The initiative calls for runners of all levels to share their personal stories…

Escalade Sports Recognized for Exports Success
Escalade Sports has been recognized as a recipient of the President's “E” Award for Exports by the United States Department of Commerce for its achievement in making significant contributions to the increase of U.S. exports. The President’s 
RECALL: Valor Athletics Weight Bench
About 100 weight benches from Valor Fitness are being recalled…

Nike Signs Top Four WNBA Draft Picks
Nike announced the signing of the top four picks of the recent WNBA draft, including Jewell Loyd, this year’s first draft pick selected by Seattle…
Shoes.com Completes $45 Million Dollar Non-Brokered Private Placement
Shoes.com announced the closing of a non-brokered private placement of common shares. The company raised net proceeds of approximately $45 million…
Perry Ellis Announces Succession Plan
Perry Ellis International, Inc. announced a leadership succession plan that it intends to implement at the beginning of the next fiscal year. Oscar Feldenkreis, who has been involved in all aspects of the company's operations since joining the compan
Shoe Carnival’s Q1 Earnings Climb
Shoe Carnival Inc. reported earnings rose 19.5 percent in the first quarter, to $10.4 million, or 52 cents a share. Comparable store sales increased 3.0 percent.. The gains came despite over 400 days of store closures due to the snowy weather in many of i
Ogio Launches Worldwide Marketing Campaign
Ogio is rolling out the company's most comprehensive brand initiative showcasing its Silencer Golf Bag collection…
Shoe Carnival Q1 Shows Robust Spring
With a strong response to spring offerings, Shoe Carnival Inc. reported earnings rose 19.5 percent in the first quarter, to $10.4 million, or 52 cents a share. Comparable store sales increased 3.0 percent. The consistent performance across all departments

Russell Athletic to Launch LittleLeagueUniforms.com
Little League and Russell Athletic announced a partnership to transform the way local Little League programs design and order their uniforms. The newly launched LittleLeagueUniforms.com will be a one-stop-site where coaches, league administrators, and par