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Under Armour’s Weak Forecast Spooks Market
While the sporting goods giant logged a robust third quarter, officials warned that the company’s core apparel growth is slowing.
Aisle Talk, Week Of October 17
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
By The Numbers, Week Of October 17
The leading figures from this week’s news in the active lifestyle space.
Wolverine Struggles To Find Growth
Citing a “tepid” and “grossly over-stored” U.S. retail market as well as challenges at its Merrell brand, the footwear company slightly reduced its sales outlook for the full year.
Where Are Sports Authority’s Key Personnel Landing?
Quite a few executives displaced by the liquidation of Sports Authority several months ago have already lined up new jobs, including some inside the sports industry.
Aisle Talk, Week Of October 10
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
By The Numbers, Week Of October 10
The leading figures from this week’s news in the active lifestyle space.
Bass Pro CEO Talks Cabela’s Merger
Bass Pro Founder and CEO Johnny Morris reassured Cabela’s employees that he plans to retain a “significant” presence in Nebraska, but there will be some layoffs and co-branding between the retailers.
Falling British Pound Hurts Sports Direct; CFO Resigns
Extreme swings in the pound are expected to reduce earnings by £15 million next year, the company warned.
What’s Your Overtime Plan For The Next Trade Show?
Beyond the larger implications of the updated rules, the active-lifestyle industry will have to address overtime hours at trade shows.
Upbeat Forecasts Arrive For Holiday Season
Led by digital but helped by an improving job market, sales are expected to come in solid to strong this holiday-selling season, according to a round-up of the latest forecasts.
Aisle Talk, Week Of October 3
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
By The Numbers, Week Of October 3
The leading figures from this week’s news in the active lifestyle space.
How High Are The Integration Risks For Bass Pro/Cabela’s?
Moody’s Investors Service placed the debt ratings of Bass Pro under review for a possible downgrade after expected higher debt levels from its planned acquisition of Cabela’s and other integration risks.
Rendle’s Rise To VF Corp. CEO Emblematic Of Company’s Outdoor Push
The company’s 2011 five-year plan, heavily focused on the outdoor business, set the stage for Steve Rendle’s ascension to the top. Can that focus continue to breed success?
