The News You May Have Missed Over The Holidays
There were plenty of noteworthy headlines during the holidays, including additional FTC reviews of the proposed Cabela’s/Bass Pro merger, bankruptcy filings at Industrial Ride Shop and Yogasmoga and a merging of brands in the snow sports industry.
‘Twas The Night Before Christmas…
…when all through the biz, these stories were breaking, with a bang and a whiz.
Nike Battles Back Critics And Competitors
The swoosh’s latest results eased concerns that it’s losing ground to Adidas, Under Armour and newer athleisure players, but can its DTC business shoulder a slowdown in future orders?
Finish Line Takes A Hit On Apparel Sales
Despite gains in its footwear categories, the retail chain lowered its earnings forecast for the year due to subpar sales of apparel and accessories.
Executive Movers & Shakers Of 2016
It was a busy year, including leadership changes at Nike, Adidas, Cabela’s, Giant, Keen, L.L. Bean, Timberland, Vans and VF Corp.
The 2016 Bankruptcy Blotter
The collapse of Sports Authority certainly waylaid the industry, but it was far from the only bankruptcy filing to take place this year.
Is Team Sports Participation Bouncing Back?
While niche sports like rugby and lacrosse continued to lead gains, established, traditional sports including basketball and baseball saw a pickup in recent years.
Aisle Talk, Week Of December 12
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
In 2016, The M&A Train Kept Chugging Along
While the industry lacked many blockbuster deals, mergers & acquisitions continued at a steady clip in 2016. Here’s a round-up of all the M&A action.
Is Interbike The Next Show To Move?
Earlier dates could burden staffs during the busy summer months, but most retailers agree, it will help with the buying process.
Johnson Outdoors Stung By Weakness In Outdoor and Diving
The maker of tents, fishing kayaks and diving gear had a rougher than usual finish its fiscal year.
Warm Weather, Promotional Environment Dents Duluth Trading Co.
The outdoor and workwear retailer says it will continue its expansion plans despite forecasting lower sales and profit for the fourth quarter.
Vail Sees Strong Pre-Season Snow Sports Retail Sales
The resort company, which owns 200 specialty retail stores, saw its margins rise from those stores during pre-season sales, suggesting it largely skirted, if not benefitted from, recent retail bankruptcies.
Peak Resorts Sees Strong Start To Winter
Following the lead of larger ski resorts, the company’s new multi-resort pass program is proving successful, despite last year’s poor winter in the Northeast.
Aisle Talk, Week Of December 5
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
