A NPR/PBS NewsHour/Marist Poll with the Center for Sports Communication at Marist College reveals 56 percent of American sports fans believe people should not be participating in indoor team sports such as basketball. Among all respondents, a slightly higher, 58 percent, felt teams should not be participating.
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Inside The Call: Nike’s Q1 Sales Recover From Coronavirus Slide
Nike Inc. delivered essentially flat sales in the first quarter ended August 31, recovering from a 38 percent slide in its fiscal fourth quarter, due to the coronavirus pandemic. Online sales continued to accelerate, climbing 82 percent, to offset still eroding store sales.
Amazon Gives Front-Line Workers A $500 Coronavirus Bonus
Amazon is handing over bonuses totaling over $500 million to front-line employees and partners for their efforts during the COVID-19 crisis.
MEC Delays Annual Meeting Amid Coronavirus Challenges
MEC (Mountain Equipment Co-op), Canada’s largest outdoor chain with 22 stores, has postponed its annual general meeting until December 10 is it works to manage challenges related to the coronavirus pandemic.
Graphene Composites And G-Form Create Strategic Alliance To Develop And Distribute ‘Made In The USA’ Coronavirus-Killing Products For Healthcare Professionals And Athletes
June 1, 2020 – Graphene Composites Limited (GC), a nano-materials technology company that produces a range of composites that are amongst the strongest, lightest, and most resilient materials available, and G-Form LLC (G-Form), a pioneer of comfortable athletic protective gear that is light, flexible to wear and hardens on impact to prevent injury, have created […]
NRF Chief Economist Said ‘Uncertainty Abounds’ In Predicting Recovery From Coronavirus Pandemic
While the reopening of businesses shut down by the coronavirus pandemic is a significant step forward, it is too soon to say how quickly or smoothly the nation’s economy will recover, National Retail Federation Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said.
Wildwater Reopens After Brief Coronavirus Closure
Wildwater, the oldest outfitter in the Southeast, announced that it has resumed activities at all five of its adventure centers with new social distancing and health guidelines in place.
Gregory, High Sierra Sales Stymied By Coronavirus-Driven Travel Halt
Samsonite International S.A. reported sales on a currency-neutral basis fell 7.6 percent for backpack brand Gregory and fell 48.3 percent for High Sierra in the three months ended March 31 due primarily to COVID-19 headwinds, especially in travel and tourism.
May 14 Coronavirus Notebook: Petzl’s Preparation, M&A Moderation And More
As part of SGB Executive’s ongoing coronavirus coverage, we are highlighting companies and categories that are doing well. Our latest Coronavirus Notebook looks at how Salt Lake City, UT-based gear maker Petzl prepared for the pandemic. We also look at the potential freeze on M&A and recap our recent COVID-19 stories.
How Nautilus Met The Coronavirus-Driven At-Home Fitness Demand
Count Nautilus Inc. among the so-called “winners” to emerge during the time of coronavirus. Not only did shelter-in-place orders result in closed gyms and heightened social distancing measures over the last two months, forcing people to exercise in the comfort—and safety—of their own homes, but fears of a second wave of COVID-19 are likely to further drive that trend.
Why Garmin Is Bullish On Post-Coronavirus Opportunities
Garmin Ltd. might have withdrawn its fiscal 2020 guidance due to coronavirus-related economic uncertainty, but the Olathe, KS-based maker of wearable technology and at-home fitness products emerged from the first quarter with an unusual abundance of confidence. President and CEO Cliff Pemble explains why.
How Coronavirus Is Teeing Off On The Golf Industry
While golf is faring better than many other sports in the age of coronavirus, pain points have emerged across an otherwise solid industry. SGB Executive digs into the impact of this pandemic on golf play, manufacturing and retail.
April 17 Coronavirus Notebook: Retail Woes, Reopening Plans And More
As the White House looks to reopen the country, our latest Coronavirus Notebook looks at this week’s grim economic news that drove the president’s decision. We also recap our recent COVID-19 business coverage in case you missed anything.
March Retail Sales Plummet During Coronavirus Pandemic
Retail sales saw their biggest monthly drop on record during March as the coronavirus pandemic forced restaurants, bars and many stores to temporarily close across the nation and stay-at-home orders also impacted gasoline sales, the National Retail Federation said.
Nearly 3 of 4 Americans Say They Won’t Attend Games Without Coronavirus Vaccine
Asked what they would do if the leagues resumed play before the development of a vaccine, 72 percent of Americans said they would not attend games, according to a survey released by Seton Hall University’s Stillman School of Business.