SGB Executive Q&A: ISA TanTec CEO Talks Expansion
In an SGB Q&A, Isa TanTec CEO Uwe Hutzler explains why business is booming for the Macau, China-based leather supplier whose tanneries produce material for brands such as Timberland, Wolverine, Deckers, Keen, Clarks, Danner/LaCrosse, Rockport, The North Face and more.
Retail Report Roundup
Studies arrived last week on BTS selling arriving early, stores dominating BTS selling, Amazon Prime Day launching BTS season, U.S. retail CEOs who are bullish on growth, Nordstrom’s high emotional intelligence ranking, Amazon’s broadening influence and loyalty-program inhibitors.
Jim Baugh Discusses Possible PHIT Act Passage
On Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Ways & Means approved the PHIT Act, bringing the bill the closest it’s come to becoming law since its inception. Here, Jim Baugh, founder of PHIT America, talks about what passage of the PHIT Act could mean for the sporting goods industry, continuing obstacles to its passage and the ongoing battle against sedentary lifestyles.
SGB Executive Q&A: Oofos’ Steve Gallo
Steve Gallo, president of Offos, discusses what’s behind the recovery-footwear leader’s explosive growth, the brand’s fanatical fans and the still-emerging recovering footwear opportunity.
Peak Resorts Fights Off “Extreme Weather” To Wrap-Up Solid Ski Season
Helped by strong appeal of the company’s Peak Pass and late winter weather that kept some of the company’s Northeast resorts open into April, Peak Resorts reported revenues rose 9.3 percent in the fourth quarter ended April 30.
Aisle Talk Week Of July 9
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week, including Fabletic’s big hires and ambitious plans to reach 100 stores.
Does 2026 World Cup Present “Open Goal” For Adidas?
In a 26-page report, analysts at Macquarie Research said the 2026 World Cup, which is taking place in North America, represents a major opportunity for Adidas to increase the company’s lead in the sport of global football (soccer) and could significantly help narrow the company’s wide gap in U.S. market share against Nike.
Deutsche Bank Sees Momentum At Vans, Bounce Back For North Face
Deutsche Bank Research initiated coverage of VF Corp. with a “Buy” rating in part because the firm sees Vans continuing to benefit from healthy streetwear trends in the years ahead while The North Face appears ready to re-accelerate growth.
Newest Round Of Tariffs Hits Sporting Goods
The U.S. Trade Representative released a new round of proposed tariffs on an additional $200 billion worth of U.S. imports from China, potentially including sports bags and baseball, softball, hockey and ski gloves.
Hydro Flask Growth Boosts Helen Of Troy’s Q1
Established and raised in the Western U.S., Hydro Flask has successfully migrated eastward and even to Europe, an expansion that has helped drive parent company Helen of Troy Ltd.’s solid growth in housewares.
Jefferies Downgrades Genesco To Hold
Jefferies lowered its rating on Genesco Inc. to “hold” from “buy” due to expectations that Journeys’ sales will moderate in part due to expectations that Vans’ recently-robust gains will also show some moderation. The investment firm also cited risks around a Lids’ sale and the stock’s run up so far this year.
Adidas Files Objection To Rockport Bankruptcy Sale
Adidas and its subsidiary Reebok International LTD—the former parents of The Rockport Group LLC—have filed an objection to the forthcoming bankruptcy sale of Rockport due to outstanding debts stemming from the companies’ own sale of Rockport three years ago.
Retail Reports Roundup
Studies arrived last week showing Nike and Patagonia ranking high for their reputations, Lululemon earning accolades for the company’s work environment, Amazon’s Prime Day driving BTS selling earlier, rising expectations for same-day delivery for holiday, retail-tech challenges for smaller retailers and more.
SGB Exec Q&A: Locally’s Founder And President Mike Massey
In an interview with SGB, Mike Massey, Locally’s founder who is also the owner of Massey’s Outfitters in New Orleans, discussed the rapid expansion and evolution of Locally since its launch in 2014, as well as the fast-changing dynamics of online and offline retailing.
‘Battle Has Begun’: Global Trade War Now Underway
Trade associations called Friday the first official day of the trade war between the U.S. and China, as $34 billion in tariffs on Chinese goods kicked in overnight. The U.S. is expected to add tariffs on an additional $16 billion of Chinese goods at a later date.
