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Wolverine Worldwide’s Sales Jump 25 Percent In Fourth Quarter

Wolverine Worldwide reported adjusted earnings in the fourth quarter nearly doubled as sales grew 25 percent. Results were slightly ahead of Wall Street targets. Sales grew 35 percent for 2021 and are expected to expand in the range of 15 to 18 percent in the current year.  

Puma Scores Record-Breaking Year In 2021

Puma’s fourth-quarter sales climbed 14 percent on a currency-adjusted basis as operating profits showed a slight gain, capping off a year that delivered the highest sales and EBIT (earnings before interest and taxes) in the company history. Puma’s currency-adjusted sales grew 32 percent for the year, and the brand expected at least 10 percent growth in 2022.

Naboso Appoints Director Of Sales

Naboso, the maker of recovery products, announced the addition of Brian Roberts as director of sales. Most recently, Roberts was the national sales manager at Altra Running.

Allbirds Opens Store In Carlsbad

Allbirds announced it opened a retail store and community center in Carlsbad, CA. It is the brand’s second store in the San Diego area and 37th globally, with locations across North America, Asia and Europe.

Crocs Completes Acquisition Of HeyDude

Crocs, Inc. announced it has completed its previously announced acquisition of HeyDude, a privately-owned casual footwear brand. The closing is effective February 17, 2022.

Hibbett Sees Q4 Results Coming In Below Guidance

Hibbett, Inc. said fourth-quarter results will come in below guidance due to lower traffic and transaction counts in the back half of the quarter. EPS is now expected in the range of $1.18 to $1.25 against guidance of $1.85 to $2.05. Same-store sales decreased 1.0 percent which is below guidance of positive high single-digit comp sales.

Allbirds Launches Resale Platform

Allbirds, on Thursday, launched a resale platform called Allbirds ReRun that allows customers to trade in their Allbirds shoes for a $20 store credit.

Under Armour’s Debt Ratings Outlook Revised To Positive

S&P Global Ratings revised its debt ratings outlook on Under Armour to positive from stable. The rating agency said Under Armour’s credit measures remain strong due to its high demand, reduced promotional pricing and higher than normal cash balances.