Nike Sides With NFL Players In Protest Dispute

Nike came out in support of the players’ right to protest in the public showdown between President Trump and players who refuse to stand during “The Star-Spangled Banner.” Nike became the first NFL sponsor to take a side in the controversy.

Under Armour Upgraded, VF Corp Downgraded

KeyBanc Capital Markets on Monday raised its rating on Under Armour due in part to its recent hiring of Patrik Frisk as COO. At the same time, the investment firm lowered its rating on VF Corp. due in its valuation and online weakness at its jeanswear coalition and Timberland.

Sweaty Betty Partners With Movemeant Foundation

Movemeant Foundation, a nationally recognized non-profit organization, and Sweaty Betty, London’s leading activewear brand, are bringing the country’s largest body-positive fundraising events, ‘Dare To Bare’, to New York City on October 1.

Wilson Factory Fined By OSHA

Wilson Sporting Goods is facing federal fines of more than $65,000 for workplace safety violations at its Ada, OH factory that makes the National Football League’s footballs.

AlixPartners Sees Healthy Holiday Gains

AlixPartners released its forecast for US retail sales for the upcoming holiday season. The forecast anticipates an increase in sales revenue for retailers for the November-through-January period of 3.5 percent to 4.4 percent, compared with 2016 holiday-season sales.