Jordan Brand Opens New Dubai Store

Jordan Brand has opened a concept store in the Dubai Mall, the world’s largest mall. Grounded in a sport-focused layout shared with Jordan doors like Jumpman LA, Jordan 1 Hongxing in Chengdu, and Jordan 9 Guanghua in Beijing, the Dubai store “creates a refined sensory space that connects fans of the brand to artistic traditions within the region,” said Nike.

Burlington Stores Appoints President And COO

Burlington Stores Inc. announced that Travis Marquette has been appointed as the company’s new president and chief operating officer, overseeing and managing the company’s stores, real estate, supply chain, and information technology functions.

June Retail Sales Increase

Retail sales rose in June, seeing both a monthly increase and the first year-over-year gain since early 2021 as more retailers and other businesses closed by the pandemic reopened, but continued outbreaks remain a threat, the National Retail Federation said.

U.S. Business Groups Urge Trade Chief To Forgo Vietnam Tariffs

SFIA, OIA, SIA, FDRA and AAFA were part of 76 trade associations that sent a letter to  U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai urging the Biden administration against adding more 301 tariffs and instead, use other tools, such as financial diplomacy led by the Treasury Department, to pressure Vietnam on any currency concerns.

Black Diamond Announces Recent Promotions And Hires

Black Diamond Equipment promoted Kolin Powick to vice president of product and Bill Ayers to vice president of finance. Over the last year, Oliver Holzmann and Tony Rivera joined Black Diamond in the roles of vice-president of global marketing and business unit director for apparel, respectively.

Senate Passes Bill Banning Imports From Xinjiang, China

The U.S. Senate passed legislation on Wednesday to ban the import of products from China’s Xinjiang region unless importers can prove they weren’t made with forced labor. The move marks the latest effort in Washington to punish Beijing for what U.S. officials say is an ongoing genocide against Uyghurs and other Muslim groups.

Rally House Opens Seventh St. Louis Location

Rally House is opening its seventh St. Louis location. The store is in O’Fallon at the Shops at Laura Hill next to Kohl’s.The family-owned sports and merchandise retailer is continuing with its rapid growth in 2021, opening over 14 stores this year.

Delta Apparel Announces 65 percent Third Quarter Sales Growth

Delta Apparel Inc. announced preliminary sales and operating results for its 2021 fiscal third quarter ended July 3. The company expects net sales for its June quarter to be approximately $118 million, representing 65 percent growth compared to the prior year and coming in roughly flat to the third quarter of fiscal 2019.