“Just as we did in developing the lace-up versions of Aero, we worked with runners to fine-tune the integration of our hands-free technology specifically for the needs of athletes. It’s never been easier to enjoy our signature Comfort That Performs on every run.” —Ben Stewart, VP of Skechers Technical Performance Division
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The Buckle Continues Comeback as Fiscal July Comps Surge Double Digits
Net sales for the month increased 12.3 percent to $110.8 million from net sales of $98.7 million for the prior-year fiscal month ended August 3, 2024. Comparable store net sales for the 4-week period ended August 2 increased 11.0 percent year-over-year.
EXEC: Canada’s SportChek Sees Q2 Comps Climb 4 Percent
Canadian Tire reported its SportChek segment delivered its fourth consecutive quarter of comparable sales growth, up 3.9 percent, driven by sales of sandals and athletic footwear as well as hardgoods categories, such as golf. Hockey, and other team sports, as well as athletic clothing also contributed to the gains.
EXEC: Crocs Inc. CEO Sees Consumer Shift to Athletic a Major Headwind; Cuts Loom
CEO Andrew Rees focused on key headwinds ahead, notably a consumer shift to athletic footwear and the company’s pull back in discounting in the U.S. market. That pull back is also seen as a tailwind for gross margin, and ultimately EBIT.
EXEC: Titleist Parent’s CEO Remains Bullish On Golf Despite Macro Pressures
Acushnet Holdings, Corp., the parent of the Titleist and FootJoy golf brands, reported second-quarter results that showed increases of 5.4 percent in sales, 5.9 percent in net income, and 9.2 percent in adjusted EBITDA, but earnings and sales trailed Wall Street expectations. The sales gains were driven by higher net sales in Titleist golf equipment, primarily due to increased average selling prices for golf clubs and higher sales volumes for golf balls.
NSGA Appoints John Davenport of Play It Again Sports Parent to Association Board
John Davenport is the manager of buying operations for Winmark and is a 36-year veteran of the resale and sporting goods industries. He joined Winmark in 1989 and has held various buying and operational roles that have contributed to the growth and evolution of Winmark’s resale brands, including Play It Again Sports.
Report: Dick’s SG-Foot Locker Deal May Be Under Additional Anti-Trust Scrutiny
Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) is asking the Federal Trade Commission and the Department of Justice to “closely scrutinize” Dick’s Sporting Goods’ proposed acquisition of Foot Locker, Inc. and “block the deal” if the merger is found to violate antitrust laws.
Rip Curl CEO Joins World Surf League as CMO and President of North America
Farris, who will officially join the organization in September 2025, comes at a time when the WSL “continues to expand its global reach and invest in the fan experience across media, events and culture,” the organization continued.
Engineered for Whatever: Columbia Sportswear Debuts New Brand Platform
The new platform will roll out across all of Columbia’s consumer and marketing channels this fall, demonstrating how the brand’s “well-engineered gear is built to perform in even the most unpredictable outdoor conditions.” The campaign puts a playful spin and an irreverent tone, paired with outrageous scenarios on outdoor adventures.
EXEC: TNF’s Japan Distributor Sees Operating Profits Expand Double-Digits In Q1
Goldwin’s portfolio of brands, both owned or licensed, includes Goldwin, The North Face, Helly Hansen, Woolrich, Icebreaker, Macpac, Fischer, Sunski, Neutralworks, Play Earth Kids, Canterbury, Speedo, And Per Se, Allbirds, and Profecio.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Appoints CFO and Secretary
Jennifer Fall Jung succeeds Jeff which as its chief financial officer and secretary, effective August 18. White will continue as chief financial officer and secretary until August 18, 2025. After this date, he will transition to a consulting role to assist with the leadership change until September 9, 2025.
Saucony Posts Sharp Jump in Q2 Sales for Wolverine WorldWide; Merrell Up 9.0 Percent
Strong double-digit growth at Saucony, accompanied by 9 percent constant-currency growth at Merrell, and coupled with another quarter of record gross margin, helped more than double the company’s Adjusted EPS year-over-year.
Vince Holding Corp. Regains Compliance with NYSE
Brendan Hoffman, CEO, commented, “We are pleased that the NYSE has approved our plan. We look forward to continuing to execute and deliver on our objectives that we believe will continue to yield results and drive shareholder value.”
Bogs Wholesale Sales Weakness Impacts Parent Weyco’s Q2 Business
Weyco Group Inc. reported sales slid 8.9 percent in the second quarter ended June 30, 2025, dragged down by a declines in its North America wholesale segment of 14 percent for Bogs, 11 percent for Nunn Bush, and 10 percent for Stacy Adams. Earnings were down sharply with margins hurt by the impact of tariffs.
EXEC: July Manufacturing Index Indicates Contraction in U.S. for Fifth Straight Month
Economic activity in the manufacturing sector contracted in July for the fifth consecutive month, following a two-month expansion preceded by 26 straight months of contraction, based on ISM’s survey of the country’s supply executives.
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