Majority of Mid-Market Retailers Don’t Yet See Economic Recovery
A new survey commissioned by CIT Group Inc. found 55 percent of middle market retail executives don't believe an economic recovery has materialized, while 61 percent see an uneven recovery developing that seems to be favoring wealthier consumers more
Hoka One One to Sponsor JFK 50 Mile Run
Hoka One One, a division of Decker’s Outdoor Corporation, announced their lead sponsorship of the upcoming 2013 JFK 50 Mile Run, which marks its 50th Anniversary on Nov. 23, 2013…
Nike Increases Quarterly Dividend
Nike, Inc. announced that its board of directors has declared a 14 percent increase overall in its quarterly dividend…
Asics America to Sponsor Foot Locker Cross Country Championships
Foot Locker announced that Asics America will be the presenting sponsor and official apparel, footwear and accessories provider for the Foot Locker Cross Country Championships through 2015…
Ross Stores Q3 Profits Grow 11 Percent
Ross Stores, Inc. reported earnings per share for the 13 weeks ended Nov. 2, 2013 of 80 cents a share, up from 72 cents a year ago. These results reflect an 11 percent increase on top of a 14 percent gain in the third quarter of 2012…
Smith and Wesson® Receives NASGW ‘Innovator of the Year’ Award
Smith & Wesson Corp has received the Innovator of the Year award from the National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW)…
Huffy Partners with Marvel Entertainment
Marvel Entertainment, LLC and Huffy, the bike manufacturer in the United States, have announced that they will develop a new line of bicycles, tricycles, scooters and accessories that will introduce Super Heroic action and fun to the category…
Ellett Brothers Promotes Jeff Pugh to VP of Sales
Ellett Brothers announces the promotion of Jeff Pugh to serve as Vice President of Sales…
Federal Internet Tax Bill Exempts 93.5 Percent of Online Retailers
The Marketplace Fairness Act now being considered by Congress would affect just 4.5 percent of online retailers but 57 percent of total U.S. online sales, according to a study released Tuesday by the U.S. Small Business Administration. Determining the imp
All Mountain Group Hires Rosenstein to Help with Black Diamond Account
All Mountain Group has hired outdoor industry veteran Dave Rosenstein to represent Black Diamond Equipment, Gregory Packs and PIEPS in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic territories. Rosenstein will also provide analysis, account coordination and logistical r
Footbalance Helps Tad Hughes Expand Houston Fit Studio
FootBalance said it has partnered with Tad Hughes to open the only full-time, independent fit studio in Texas that offers online scheduling, published pricing and live pressure mapping technology…
Rocky Brands Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
Rocky Brands, Inc. announced that its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.10 per share of outstanding common stock…
Children’s Cardiovascular Fitness Declining Worldwide
Many kids don’t run as far or fast as their parents did, according to research presented at the American Heart Association’s Scientific Sessions 2013…
Penney’s 3Q Loss Widens, But Improvement Seen
J. C. Penney Company, Inc. reported a loss of $489 million, or $1.94 per share, in the third quarter after special charges but pointed to improving sales trends. The retailer said it achieved positive comparable store sales in October and comparable store
REI Announces New Location for Texas
Texas adventurers can gear up for even more outdoor activities in Dallas when a new REI opens in Southlake, Texas at Park Village…
