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EXEC: Active Lifestyle Stocks Show Some Recovery In First Half

On Holding, Adidas, Deckers Outdoor, Amazon, Smith & Wesson and Skechers USA delivered share price gains of more than 30 percent in the first half of 2023 in an overall mixed performance for stocks in the active lifestyle space. Laggards included VF Corp., Hibbett, Under Armour and Foot Locker.

Report: Outdoor Recreation M&A Slower But Valuations Holding Up Amid Turmoil

A market report from Capstone Partners found that M&A activity has slowed in 2023 as sellers and buyers have approached transactions with increased caution amid economic headwinds. However, the company found that price multiples remained robust for making deals as the industry continues to benefit from elevated spending and participation rates since the pandemic.

EXEC: A Cautious Look Ahead After Retail’s Bumpy Ride In First Quarter

For many retailers with a prominent presence in the active lifestyle space, the first quarter worsened as the months went on with a large part of the blame placed on inflationary and macro-economic pressures. Seven retailers – Academy Sports, Hibbett, Foot Locker, Genesco, Shoe Carnival, Designer Brands and Macy’s – reduced their outlook for the year, although three – Lululemon Athletica, TJX Cos. and Ross Stores – bucked the trend by raising guidance.

EXEC: On Brand Eyes Broader Wholesale Distribution

Speaking at the Stifel 2023 Cross Sector Insight Conference,  On’s Co-CEOs, Marc Maurer and Martin Hoffmann, said that while the faster growth is expected to come from DTC, the running-focused brand is just getting started expanding to more mainstream wholesale accounts, marked by its recent expansion at Dick’s Sporting Goods and Foot Locker.

EXEC: On’s Q1 North America Outperformance Boosted By Dick’s SG

On Holdings raised its revenue outlook for 2023 after delivering a better-than-expected first quarter. The Americas led the regional growth, surging 91.9 percent to CHF 270.2 million ($301 mm), boosted by a strong reception for the brand at Dick’s Sporting Goods, On officials said on an analyst call.

Nordstrom Names Chief Financial Officer

Nordstrom Inc. hired Cathy R. Smith as chief financial officer, effective May 29, 2023. Smith joins Nordstrom from Bright Health Group where she has served as chief financial and administrative officer since 2020.

Brooks To Invest $10 Million In Young Runners

Brooks Running launched “Future Run,” representing a $10 million investment to “reach one million young runners in the U.S. over the next five years.” Brooks reported that “inactivity among kids is rising while budget cuts push schools to reduce or eliminate funding for physical education and activities.” “At Brooks, we believe the run can change […]

Peloton’s Shares Pop As Turnaround Gains Traction

Shares of Peloton jumped 26.57 percent on Wednesday as fiscal second-quarter results handily topped expectations. On an analyst call, Barry McCarthy, CEO and president, vowed the connected fitness leader was done cutting jobs as efforts to rejuvenate growth, including by selling on third-party platforms, were beginning to yield fruit.

Academy Sports’ Debt Ratings Outlook Raised

S&P Global Ratings revised its debt rating outlook for Academy Sports + Outdoor, Inc. following a debt repayment. The positive rating outlook reflects the potential for an upgrade if Academy consistently performs during an uncertain economy while sustaining low S&P Global Ratings-adjusted leverage of about 1x.