Yue Yuen’s Sales Fall 16 Percent In 2020

Yue Yuen Industrial (Holdings) Limited reported revenue of US$8,444.9 million in 2020, representing a decrease of 16.4 percent compared with the previous year. The fall in revenue was mostly attributed to the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Fanatics Raises $320M At $12.8B Valuation

Fanatics raised $320 million in a funding round, which more than doubles the company’s valuation to $12.8 billion. Fanatics will use the funds to continue expanding its vertical commerce division and explore more mergers and acquisitions.

Texon Appoints New Group Sales Director

Texon has appointed Bryan Whitfield as its new group sales director. Whitfield has previously lead sales and business development for international companies including Avery Dennison, Velcro and Bemis.

Adidas Appoints New Head Of Outdoor Division

Adidas has hired Carla Murphy, former VP, global brand & product, Icebreaker, as general manager of its outdoor segment that’s being targeted for accelerated growth, according to a report in the Financial Times.

RYU Apparel Appoints New COO

RYU Apparel said it has appointed Rob Blair as COO as it ramps up its new growth strategy. His previous experience includes Red Bull, Lululemon, Gap Body, and Nike.

BRS Confirms Sale Of DTLR Villa To JD Sports

BRS & Co. said it completed the sale of DTLR Villa LLC to JD Sports Fashion Plc for $495 million. BRS said it expects DTLR “to enjoy great success under JD ownership and to continue on its path to become one of the most successful specialty retailers in the U.S.”

SFIA Applauds Reintroduction Of PHIT Act

Senators Chris Murphy (D-CT) and John Thune (R-SD) reintroduced the Personal Health Investment Today (PHIT) Act in Congress. In a statement, SFIA said the PHIT Act will make sports and fitness more affordable to Americans, as the country recognizes the value of physical activity in promoting good health.