TJX To Furlough Most Stores, Distribution Center Employees

The TJX Cos. said it will be implementing temporary furloughs after April 11 for the majority of store and distribution center associates in the U.S. after announcing plans to continue its store closures in response to the pandemic. Its top executives have agreed to salary reductions.

Macy’s Announces CFO Exit

Macy’s Inc. announced that Paula Price, executive vice president and chief financial officer, has made the decision to leave the company as of May 31, 2020.

VF Announces Action Plan In Response To COVID-19

VF Corp. said it will reduce the salaries of its executive team over the next four months, keep its stores closed in North America and EMEA until May 3, and has drawn the remaining $1 billion under its revolving credit facility in response to the coronavirus outbreak.

Authentic Brands’ Debt Ratings Downgraded

Authentic Brands, which owns a portfolio of over 50 brands that include Spyder, Tretorn, Tapout, Prince and Volcom, had its debt rating downgraded and outlook reduced by Moody’s Investors Service due to disruptions caused by the coronavirus. 

Genesco Takes Steps In Response To COVID-19

Genesco Inc., the parent of Journeys, announced additional proactive steps in its efforts to significantly reduce expense, capital and inventory levels to mitigate the negative financial and operational impacts of COVID-19 and improve liquidity.

Acushnet Withdraws Guidance Due To Coronavirus Disruption

Acushnet Holdings Corp., the parent of Titleist, FootJoy and KJUS, said in a regulatory statement it has withdrawn its guidance for 2020 and increased borrowings under its credit facility due to the “unprecedented uncertainty” caused by the coronavirus pandemic.

Nordstrom Appoints Two New Board Members

Nordstrom Inc. announced the appointment of two new members to its Board of Directors: Jim Donald, co-chairman of Albertsons Companies, Inc., and Mark J. Tritton, president and chief executive officer of Bed Bath & Beyond.

Under Armour Announces COVID-19 Actions, Details 2020 Restructuring Plan

Under Armour Inc. announced actions it is taking to address the financial impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. Additionally, the company’s Board of Directors has approved a previously planned restructuring initiative designed to rebalance its cost base to further improve future profitability and cash flow generation.

Puma SE To Suspend Dividend Payment

Puma SE said it is suspending dividend payment, as well as reducing expenses and securing additional financing, as the coronavirus pandemic has caused a “major decline in net sales and cash inflow.”