REI Co-op To Open Four Stores On November 15

For the first time in its 81-year history, REI Co-op will open four new stores in a single day on November 15, bringing quality outdoor gear, experiences and expertise to Farmington, UT; Huntsville, AL; Oklahoma City and Williston, VT. By the end of the year, REI will have opened a total of eight new stores, relocated two existing stores to larger locations, and opened three new boathouses in 2019.

Nike Announces 11 Percent Increase In Quarterly Dividend

The payout will mark Nike’s 18th consecutive year of increasing dividend payouts. Said Mark Parker, Chairman, President and CEO of Nike, Inc. “This dividend increase, combined with the four-year $15 billion share repurchase program announced in 2018, reflects continued confidence in our strategies to generate long-term, profitable growth as we accelerate execution of our Consumer Direct Offense.”

Adidas Renews Deal With Spanish FA

The Spanish FA (RFEF) confirmed a new kit deal with Adidas to remain as the official kit supplier for the Spanish national team. The new contract extends until December 2030.

Nike To End Pilot With Amazon

Nike will stop selling on Amazon, ending a pilot program that started in 2017. Nike said in a statement, “As part of Nike’s focus on elevating consumer experiences through more direct, personal relationships, we have made the decision to complete our current pilot with Amazon Retail.”

The Buckle’s Comps Climb 8.5 Percent In October

The Buckle Inc. announced that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 4-week period ended November 2, 2019 increased 8.5 percent from comparable store net sales for the 4-week period ended November 3, 2018.

Wolverine’s Q3 Sales Expand 3.6 Percent

Wolverine World Wide Inc. reported earnings per share grew 9.7 percent in the third quarter ended September 28 and exceeded Wall Street’s targets as currency-neutral sales of Merrell, Sperry and Saucony expanded over 11 percent. The company slightly lowered its earnings outlook due to the impact of tariffs.