The Buckle Sees May Comps Dip

The Buckle Inc. announced that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 4-week period ended June 1, 2019 decreased 0.8 percent. Net sales decreased 1.1 percent to $61.5 million from net sales of $62.2 million.

J.C. Penney Appoints GMM, Women’s Apparel

J. C. Penney Company Inc. announced that Victor Ejarque Lopez, formerly at Guess, has been named senior vice president, general merchandise manager for women’s apparel, reporting to Michelle Wlazlo, chief merchandising officer.

Asics Introduces Campaign For Global Running Day

Asics will collaborate with Asics Runkeeper app on a #DearShoes social giveaway and in-app challenge to celebrate Global Running Day (June 5) in the U.S. Events will also be held at nearly 50 U.S. Asics stores and outlets.

Kawhi Leonard Sues Nike Over Logo

Toronto star Kawhi Leonard filed a federal lawsuit against Nike on Monday, claiming the footwear giant copyrighted the “Klaw” logo that he designed without his consent and is now blocking him from using the logo he believes he owns. Leonard, a Nike endorser until 2018, is now endorsed by New Balance.