Nike Loses Appeal In Fleet Feet Lawsuit

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit refused to undo a trademark ruling that forced Nike Inc. to halt an advertising campaign centered on the slogan “Sports Changes Everything.” The ruling stemmed from a 2019 lawsuit filed by Fleet Feet.

Belk’s Debt Ratings Downgraded Following Restructuring Move

S&P Global Ratings lowered its debt rating on Belk Inc. due to the Charlotte, N.C.-based department store operator’s announcement that it intends to restructure its debt. S&P views the proposed transaction as distressed and representing less than the original promise of its term loans.

Vista Outdoor’s Debt Ratings Upgraded

Moody’s upgraded the debt ratings of Vista Outdoor Inc. because Vista repaid a significant amount of debt over the last two years. The rating agency also expects the company’s operating performance to remain strong over the next 12 to 18 months as ammunition demand remains robust and as the company continues to work through its material backlog.

VF’s Q3 Revenues Slide 6 Percent

VF Corp. reported sales dropped 6 percent in the third quarter ended December 26. Sales for the Vans brand were down 6 percent while sales for The North Face were flat, though the company’s entire outdoor segment fell 5 percent. Earnings came in just ahead of Wall Street’s consensus estimate but were below year-ago levels. VF nonetheless raised its guidance for the year.