J.P. Morgan reiterated its “Overweight” rating on Dick’s Sporting Goods as it expects a “near-term comp” benefit from the Philadelphia Eagle’s Super Bowl win and an equal benefit from new Little League bat regulation.
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Vans Appoints Executive Creative Director
Vans hired Erwin Federizo, most recently at Wieden + Kennedy New York, as global executive creative director. Joyce Ha will oversee global men’s apparel and accessories merchandising as well as Vans’ Active merchandising and design.
Perry Ellis’ Founder Makes Bid For Company
The founder of Perry Ellis International, George Feldenkreis, is seeking to acquire the apparel company for $430 million with a plan to take the company private.
QB Foles Wins SuperBowl 52 in UA Highlight MC 2.0 BOA
Under Armour was ready to play the big game last night with Quarterbacks Foles and Brady wearing the UA Highlight MC 2.0 Boa.
Aisle Talk, Week of January 29
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
Oppenheimer Upgrades Foot Locker
Oppenheimer upgraded Foot Locker to “Outperform” due to strong innovation arriving from Nike, ongoing momentum at Adidas and a pickup in mall traffic.
Columbia Sportswear Appoints Sales Director Europe
Columbia Sportswear appointed Mike Levi as its new sales director Europe for the Columbia and Sorel brands.
Aisle Talk, Week of January 22
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
SFIA Start-Up Challenge Finalists Collectively Raise Over $50 Million In Funding
The first 10 finalists have collectively raised over $52 million in funding to date, with Hookit and ShotTracker leading the pack as the 2016 and 2017 winners, respectively. Applications for 2018 are being accepted now.
USPA Global Licensing Appoints CEO
USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL), the official licensing arm and national broadcaster of the United States Polo Association (USPA), announced the promotion of J. Michael Prince to CEO and the election of W. David Cummings as chairman of the board effective immediately.
Hornwood Appoints VP of Operations
Hornwood Inc.,the customer-focused manufacturer of American-made knit performance textiles for the apparel, military, automotive and medical market, announced that industry veteran Phillip Murrell has joined the company as vice president of operations.
Flubber For Your Feet
Nike confirms that the minimalist era is over with the release of React Flynit at retail on February 22.
Design For The Next Generation
THE PG2: Paul George’s Second Signature Shoe
Earth Treks and Planet Granite Hire Robert Cohen As CEO
Earth Treks Climbing and Fitness and Planet Granite, which merged in November, appointed Robert Cohen as CEO. Cohen, the former vice president of global retail for Patagonia will be responsible for all aspects of the nine climbing, fitness and retail centers.
Aisle Talk, Week Of January 15
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.