VF Misses Wall Street’s Targets In Q2

VF Corp. reported earnings per share on an adjusted basis in its fiscal second quarter rose 6 percent but came in below Wall Street expectations. The company reiterated its guidance for the year.  Among major brands on a currency-neutral basis, Vans again led the way, up 16 percent; followed by The North Face, up 10 percent; and Timberland, 1 percent. Dickies was was down 3 percent.

LEM Helmets Adds East Coast Warehouse

Lem Helmets, the manufacturer of cycling helmets, is expanding its operations in the U.S. with the recent addition of an east coast warehouse and distribution facility.

Marker Dalbello Volkl Appoint National Race Manager

Marker Dalbello Völkl (MDV) announced the promotion of Matt McKenna to the role of national race manager for the United States. In his expanded role, McKenna will continue to offer comprehensive service and support to all levels of alpine racing in New England.

REI To Close On Black Friday For Fifth Straight Year

For the fifth time this Black Friday, REI Co-op will close all its stores, process no online payments and pay all 13,000 employees to #OptOutside with friends and family. But this year, under the leadership of a new CEO and facing a global environmental crisis, the co-op is going a step further: asking its 13,000 employees and 18 million members to join in the fight for life outdoors – and life on this planet.

PrimaLoft Partners With Parley For The Oceans

PrimaLoft Inc. and environmental organization Parley for the Oceans announced a strategic partnership that will take plastic intercepted from remote islands, beaches and coastal communities and use it to manufacture high-performance insulation products.

Macy’s Inc. Commits To Going Fur-Free

Macy’s, Inc. announced that it will stop selling fur by the end of fiscal 2020. This includes all Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s private brands, as well as items sold from brand partners.

Beeline Bikes Sold

Beeline Bikes, which provides software that helps bike shops schedule service work and fulfill online sales, has been sold from Accell’s remaining North American portfolio, according to Bicycle Retailer. 

Dick’s Hosts First Fashion Show

Dick’s Sporting Goods hosted its first-ever fashion show on October 12 in the Chelsea district of New York City. Baseball legend Alex Rodriguez and women’s soccer star Carli Lloyd joined TV’s Javon Walton and Demi Burnett on the runway.