Puma raised its guidance for the year after posting promising second-quarter results.
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NRF Predicts 10 Percent Gain In BTS Sales
With consumer confidence rising and more young people in school, back-to-college spending is expected to hit an all-time high this year while back-to-school spending is expected to see its second-highest spending level on record, according to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey.
June Sales Climb 3.2 Percent
Retail sales in June were essentially unchanged over May on a seasonally adjusted basis, but up 3.2 percent unadjusted from June 2016, according to calculations released by the National Retail Federation.
How Do The Outdoor Retailer Changes Affect The Media?
While much of the attention has focused on the needs of vendor and retailers, the earlier dates, combined winter show and Outdoor Retailer’s move to Denver will also impact the wide range of media attending the shows. But they don’t solve the challenges caused by the shows becoming more consumer-oriented.
Aisle Talk, Week Of July 10
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
Dick’s Launches ‘Celebrate Youth Sports Weekend’
From July 14 to 16, Dick’s Sporting Goods will donate 1 percent of in-store, online and mobile sales to The Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation to support youth sports teams in need across the country via its Sports Matter program.
Sally Jewell To Keynote OIA Industry Breakfast
Jewell will urge the outdoor industry to use its influence to drive smart policy that supports public lands and their importance to outdoor recreation and economic opportunity.
Asics To Present Fourth Runkeeper Global 5K
The Global 5K is a virtual race that can be run anywhere in the world, at any pace. Last year it attracted over 101,000 runners.
Puma Releases World’s Biggest Kit Launch
Each kit is dark and fearsome in color, technically-advanced, premium in materials and features unique detailing inspired by the individual club’s stadium or town, so home pride is with them wherever they go.
Sherpa Adventure Gear Adds To Sales Force
Dedication Sports Group, Yukon Trading Company and Endless Adventure Sales are the newest members of the sales team for the U.S.
Jack Wolfskin Sold To Debt Holders
The debt for equity exchange will significantly reduce the outerwear manufacturer’s debt and arrives after a sales process found no serious bids.
Adidas Originals Opens Flagship On Venice Beach
Opening on July 13 on Abbot Kinney Blvd, the new Adidas Originals store celebrates the eclectic Venice culture with products and experiences that capture the creative, artistic vibe of the community.
Dick’s C-Level Continues To Undergo Revamp
Dick’s Sporting Goods’ hiring of Scott Hudler, formerly of Dunkin’ Brands, as SVP and chief marketing officer comes on top of a number of exec changes earlier in the year and underscores the sporting goods chain’s continued commitment to its omnichannel push.
Eddie Bauer Launches Canadian E-Commerce Site
Eddie Bauer has launched a new Canadian-specific e-commerce website to deliver a more simplified shopping experience and more affordable shipping for Canadian consumers.
NRF: Imports Could Hit New Record
July and August should be two of the busiest months ever seen for imports at the nation’s major retail container ports, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates.
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