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
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…
Perry Ellis to License Jack Nicklaus
Perry Ellis International, Inc. entered into an exclusive, long-term licensing agreement with Nicklaus International Brand Management to design, develop, manufacture and distribute men's and ladies' sportswear, tailored clothing and accessories
Endurance House Opens Fourth Store
Endurance House, a new franchisee specialty retailer particularly catering to triathlon, iron-distance triathlon and marathon competitors, opened its fourth store. The store in Oceanside, CA is at 401 North Coast Highway, Suite 103, (off Highway 101 near
Ellett Brothers Promotes Jeff Pugh to VP of Sales
Ellett Brothers announces the promotion of Jeff Pugh to serve as Vice President of Sales…
Dick’s SG Q3 Exceeds Expectations
Dick's Sporting Goods Inc. reported earnings of $50 million, or 40 cents a share, even with year-ago results but ahead of company guidance provided in August calling for EPS between 37 to 39 cents a share. Consolidated same store sales increased 3.3
Hi-Tec Sports Hires Cyr to Design Footwear for U.S. Market
Hi-Tec Sports has appointed Brian Cyr as its first U.S.-based product and design director. He will be responsible for the development and design of U.S.-specific footwear…
EORA Names 2014 Grant Winners
EORA, or Eastern Outdoor Reps Association, named winners of its Outdoor Opportunity Grant Program for 2014…
Cocona Inc. Rebrands Active Particle Technology
Cocona Inc. rebranded its active-particle technology under the name 37.5 to emphasize how it enables next-to-skin active wear to maintain ideal temperature and humidity…
