Puma said it will cover the costs for the medical treatment of a female employee of its footwear supplier Kaoway Sports Ltd., who was injured by a gun shot during labor unrest on Monday, Feb. 20, 2012 in Cambodia…
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Spark Program to Take Part in SGMA’s Health Through Fitness Day
On March 7, Spark will support its mission to ensure that all American children lead active and healthy lives by attending the Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association’s (SGMA) 13th Annual National Health Through fitness Day in Washington, DC…
ACI International Launches Buyamba Soles
Los Angeles based ACI International announced the launch of their newest brand, Buyamba Soles; a line of footwear and accessories adorned with hand crafted beads from Uganda…
Kohl’s Profit Falls 7.9 Percent Amid Sales Decline
Kohl's Corporation reported fourth quarter diluted earnings per share increased 9 percent to $1.81. Net income for the quarter decreased 8 percent to $455 million, compared to $494 million ($1.66 per diluted share) a year ago. Net sales were $6.0 bil
Dillard’s Q4 Earnings Cilmb
Dillard's, Inc. reported income for the 13 weeks ended Jan. 28, 2012 of $141.5 million, or $2.77 per share. Included in net income for the 13 weeks ended January 28, 2012 is a $44.5 million pre-tax credit ($28.7 million after tax or $0.56 per share)
Report: Tennis Players More Strategic Around Purchases
According to a report from the Tennis Industry Association, more than three-fourths of frequent tennis players have become more strategic in how they buy things, thinking more about how their purchases will fit into their lives…
Garmin Outdoor and Fitness Segments Lead Q4 Growth
Garmin Ltd. said its Outdoor segment revenue increased 35 percent to $121 million in the fourth quarter ended Dec. 31, 2011, while its Fitness segment revenue grew 17 percent to $95 million…
L.H. Thomson Receives QBP 2012 Vendor of the Year Award
QBP presented the third annual Vendor of the Year Award to L.H. Thomson at Frostbike 2012 in Bloomington, MN. The Macon, Georgia-based company manufactures seatposts and stems for road and mountain bikes…
Skullcandy Swings to a Profit as Sales Jump
Skullcandy, Inc., the maker of headphones, earbuds and gaming headsets targeting the action sports and outdoor space, reported fourth quarter net sales increased 29.0 percent to $83.4 million, with domestic net sales increasing 27.0 percent, international
Native and Costa Power A.T. Cross Sales in Q4
A.T. Cross Company said sales at its Cross Optical Group (COG), which owns the Costa and Native sunglass brands, reached $12.8 million in the fourth quarter ended Dec. 31, 2011, a 12.0 percent increase compared to last year. COG sales grew 19.8 percent to
TJX Q4 Profit Rises 42 Percent
The TJX Companies, Inc. said that for the 13-week fourth quarter ended Jan. 28, net sales were $6.7 billion, a 6 percent increase over the prior year. Consolidated comparable store sales for the quarter increased 7 percent over the prior year…
TJX Q4 Profit Rises 42 Percent
The TJX Companies, Inc. said that for the 13-week fourth quarter ended Jan. 28, net sales were $6.7 billion, a 6 percent increase over the prior year. Consolidated comparable store sales for the quarter increased 7 percent over the prior year…
SGMA Names Ron Rosenbaum as SVP, Marketing and Business Development
The Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association (SGMA) appointed Ron Rosenbaum to its management team. As SGMA’s senior vice president of marketing & business development, Rosenbaum will provide direction and oversight to marketing, fundraising, membe
North Cove Outfitters Liquidating
North Cove Outfitters is closing its doors after 24 years in business in Old Saybrook, CT…
OIA Names Corporate Responsibility Manager
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) said Stephanie Bennett will join its staff as corporate responsibility manager in April after earning a master's degree. A former planning manager at K2, Bennett has experience working with multiple facilities and b
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