An estimated 182 million U.S. consumers plan to shop in-store and online from Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday this year, according to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics. This figure is 15.7 million more consumers than last year and is the highest estimate since the NRF started tracking the data in 2017.
Category: Apparel
TYR Sport Opens Second Store in Costa Mesa
TYR Sport announced the opening of the swim brand’s second store in South Coast Plaza in Costa Mesa, CA. TYR Sport’S first-ever brick-and-mortar store opened last month at Roosevelt Field Mall in Garden City, NY.
EXEC: Gap Sees Athleta’s Recovery Taking Longer Than Planned
Athleta’s sales declined 18 percent in the third quarter against “heavy discounting” a year ago and are expected to decline double-digits in the fourth quarter as the retailer’s recovery from recent fashion miscues has taken longer than expected.
The Buckle Sees Fiscal Q3 Profits Decline as Comps Decline 9.2 Percent
Net income for the third quarter of fiscal 2023 was $51.8 million, or $1.04 per share on a diluted basis, compared with net income of $61.4 million, or $1.24 per share on a diluted basis, for the third quarter of fiscal 2022.
Foot Locker Named NBA Marketing Partner in the U.S.
Foot Locker and the NBA have signed a multiyear partnership that makes the sneaker retailer an official league marketing partner in the U.S. Foot Locker will receive media exposure across league platforms, including on-court virtual signage during national broadcasts and on league social media channels.
Fleet Feet Expands Kentucky Footprint with Louisville Store
Fleet Feet reported it plans to open a second store in Louisville, KY, in November in Fern Creek’s Cedar Creek Crossing Shopping Center.
HanesBrands Appoints Three New Independent Directors
HanesBrands announced that it has appointed Colin Browne, Natasha Chand and John Mehas as independent directors to the Board, effective immediately. It also reached a cooperation agreement with Barrington Capital Group, an activist investor group.
Dillard’s Announces Special Dividend On Shares
The Board of Directors of Dillard’s, Inc. declared a special dividend of $20.00 per share on the retailer’s class A and B common stock, payable on January 8, 2024, to shareholders of record as of December 15, 2023.
Athleta’s Q3 Sales Tumble 18 Percent
Gap, Inc. reported sales at its Athleta banner were down 18 percent in the third quarter to $279 million with same-store sales sliding 19 percent.
Ross Stores Lift Outlook as Q3 Beats Plan
Ross Stores raised its earnings guidance for the year after third-quarter results arrived ahead of targets. Profits grew 30.7 percent in the period on a 5 percent same-store gain and the benefit of lower freight costs.
REI to Open Albany Store in 2024
REI announced it is opening a store in Albany, NY, in the fall of 2024, the retailer’s sixth store in New York, following the opening of its Ithica store in summer 2024.
Dick’s SG’s Chief Comms and Sustainability Officer Announces Retirement
Dick’s Sporting Goods Chief Communications and Sustainability Officer Peter Land announced his retirement after three years working for the retailer. Dick’s declined to comment on his departure.
VF’s Debt Ratings Downgraded by Moody’s
Moody’s Investors Service downgraded VF Corp.’s long-term debt ratings due to continued weakness at Vans, VF’s second largest brand, as the company embarks on a significant transformation initiative, project Reinvent, to revitalize VF’s business, most notably in North America.
Rip Curl, Oboz Parent KMD Brands Sets Plan for CFO Transition
While KMD continues to recruit for a permanent Group CFO, Ben Washington, Deputy CFO, will provide interim cover for financial and investor aspects of the role, and Lachlan Farran, chief commercial officer, will absorb the remaining operational responsibilities on an interim basis.
Walmart Raises Outlook as Q3 Surpasses Analyst Targets
Walmart raised its annual sales and profit forecast for the second straight quarter after third-quarter exceeded analyst estimates. Sales in the quarter grew 5.2 percent with strength across segments and comps rising 4.9 percent for Walmart U.S.
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