All of the shares of common stock are being sold at a public offering price of 65 cents per share, for gross proceeds of $2,134,874, before underwriting discounts and commissions and offering expenses, and included participation from members of Xcel’s management.
Category: Apparel
Lands’ End, Inc. Authorizes $25 million Share Repurchase Program
The company expects that purchases will be funded through existing cash on hand, cash from operations, borrowings under its asset-based senior secured credit facility or a combination of the foregoing.
Hibbett, Inc. Sees Q4 Net Income Decline as Comp Sales Fall 6.4 Percent
Brick-and-mortar comparable sales declined 9.2 percent, while e-commerce increased 6.9 percent on a year-over-year basis, excluding the impact of the 14th week. E-commerce represented 18.9 percent of total net sales for the Fiscal 2024 Q4 period.
EXEC: Zumiez to Stop Store Expansion to Focus on Profitable Growth, Brand Expansion
In 2023, Zumiez closed 20 underperforming North American stores and expect to close an additional 20 to 25 locations in 2024, should results continue to be challenged. The retailer said it will pivot from new stores to profitable growth in Europe.
EXEC: Tilly’s, Inc. Sees Proprietary Brands Outperforming Vendor Brands in Q1
Total comparable quarter-to-date net sales through March 12, 2024, have decreased by 13.4 percent relative to the comparable period last year and the company is forecasting a comp store sales decline in the range of 14 percent to 7 percent for the quarter.
EXEC: Dick’s Sporting Goods on Path for Biggest Expansion Since 2017
After a strong finish to the fiscal year and posting its largest Q4 ever, the company has already put its stake in the ground for the next chapter (or chapters) in the story of the 75-year-old sporting goods retailer.
EXEC: The Apparel Brands Bringing the Brand Heat in 2024
The third annual Brand Heat Index from L.E.K. Consulting identified the brands that are gaining in popularity, or increasing their brand “heat,” across major product categories and generations in women’s and men’s footwear and apparel.
Amazon’s Inaugural Big Spring Sales Event Begins March 20
Amazon’s first Big Spring sale kicks off on March 20 and runs through March 25. Free Prime shipping applies during the sale with free same-day or one-day delivery.
G-III Apparel Swings to Q4 Profit as Owned-Brands Increase as Share of Business
The company said it delivered strong growth with DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld and Vilebrequin, increasing penetration of its higher margin, owned brands to 47 percent of fiscal 2024 net sales, up from 40 percent last year.
Fleet Feet Strengthens Leadership Team; Expands Roles To Fuel Growth
With a network of almost 200 franchise stores, Fleet Feet continues its commitment to nurturing and supporting the success and health of its franchisees.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Sees Q4 Comps Up 2.8 Percent As Net Grows 26 Percent
Dick’s Sporting Goods expects fiscal 2024 full-year comparable store sales growth to be in the range of 1.0 percent to 2.0 percent and net sales in a range of $13.00 billion to $13.13 billion.
Under Armour Shakes Up C-Suite as Plank Assumes CEO Role, Gives Up Board Chair
Under Armour, Inc. Founder Kevin Plank will become president & CEO of the company, effective April 1, 2024. Plank will succeed Stephanie Linnartz, who will be stepping down as president & CEO and member of the Board of Directors.
Brand Velocity Group Adds New Principal to Investment Platform
Daniel Hodges joins BVG from Alliance Consumer Growth where he was a principal responsible for deal sourcing and execution, and portfolio company oversight.
EXEC: Adidas Cites Argentine Peso Issue, Lack of Yeezy Sales for Q4 Sales Decline
The two percent decline in Q4 included a drag of around five percentage points related to the devaluation of the Argentine Peso. In addition, the lack of any Yeezy business weighed on the year-over-year comparison in an amount of around €100 million.
Foot Locker, Inc. Names Executive VP and Chief HR Officer
Cindy Carlisle brings over 24 years of leadership experience to the role. She joined Foot Locker, Inc. from Stryker Corp., where she was group vice president of human resources.
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