In euro terms, the company’s revenues grew 9 percent to €5.82 billion from €5.34 billion in Q2 last year. Excluding Yeezy sales in both years, currency-neutral revenues increased 16 percent for the quarter.
Category: Sports/Fitness
Deloitte Sees BTS Spending Flattening Amid Financial Concerns
Ongoing perceptions of inflation and a cost-of-living squeeze will keep spending steady from last year as K-12 parents weigh prices and priorities in preparation for the new school year as they budget for necessities and make room for a few indulgences.
LeBron James Family Foundation Partners with Canyon Bicycles
As part of this partnership, Canyon will donate its Grand Canyon Young Heroes bikes to this year’s class of I Promise students after the academic year to support the Foundation’s “earned, not given” philosophy.
Rally House Opens in Lakewood, CO
The Lakewood location is the company’s third storefront in the state after opening Rally House Outlets at Castle Rock and Rally House Alcove on Arapahoe at the beginning of June.
Gymshark Opens Second UK Store, Eyes U.S. Expansion
Gymshark Stratford, Westfield store, follows the successful opening of its debut flagship, which opened on London’s Regent Street in 2022. Founder and chief executive, Ben Francis, has his site’s set on U.S. growth with plans to open a New York City pop-up in the next 12 to 18 months.
NRF: Consumers Just Getting Started on Planned BTS Purchases
The NRF noted in its report that while shopping is well underway, most (86 percent) consumers still have at least half of their purchases left to make.
Big Peach Running Co. Partners with Runners Fit on New Franchise Store
The store will remain open while a new sign is installed and other changes are made to convert the store’s branding to Big Peach, with the final conversion steps slated for late July.
EXEC: Merida Bikes’ June Sales Surge Fuels Big Second Quarter Gain
Second-quarter revenues were up 24.8 percent to NT$9.29 billion, with revenues for June 2024 increasing 48.7 percent, May sales growing 7.5 percent and April sales surging 24.0 percent year-over-year.
Johnson Health Tech Taps Bowflex Vet for HQ Sales for Home International Market
Matteo Corrada will lead the strategic sales efforts for all international home business expansion, including the BowFlex, Schwinn and Horizon brands. Most recently, he worked at BowFlex, which was acquired by JHT in April 2024.
Macy’s Terminates Arkhouse and Brigade Buyout Talks Over Financing Uncertainty
The Macy’s Board of America intends for the management team to return its full focus to enhancing shareholder value through the execution of the company’s “A Bold New Chapter” strategy.
EXEC: Asics raises Full-Year Forecast on Strong H1 and Q2 Results
Net sales for the full year are expected to reach a record high of ¥660 billion with updated currency exchange rates, an increase of 15.7 percent versus ¥570.5 billion in fiscal 2023, excluding FX rate fluctuations.
EXEC: Decathlon Creates Independent Investment Entity
An independent entity within the Decathlon Group, Decathlon Pulse is expected to invest in “innovative people and businesses that share its values and commitment.”
Puma Golf Celebrates British Open with Fair Isle Capsule Collection
The Fair Isle collection includes the limited-edition Phantomcat Nitro shoe with a wingtip design, Flexspike technology for traction and Nitro Foam for comfort and energy return. Other pieces include men’s and women’s polos, a skirt and a golf dress.
Five Iron Golf Continues National Expansion with Second Seattle Location
Situated in the Kirkland Urban area, a mixed-use development extending downtown Kirkland, the 4,500-square-foot space, scheduled to open in September, will house Five Iron Golf’s simulators in a sports bar atmosphere.
Riviera Country Club to host Golf Competitions During 2028 Los Angeles Games
The IGF and LA28 announced that The Riviera Country Club will host the men’s and women’s golf competitions for the 2028 Los Angeles Olympic Games. The opening ceremony will be held on July 14, 2028.