Winnebago Industries Cuts FY Guidance Despite Fiscal Q2 Sales and Earnings Beat
The company saw its only positives in the second quarter ended March 1 coming out of the Marine segment where net revenues were up year-over-year, said to be primarily due to unit volume, partially offset by a reduction in ASP per unit related to product mix.
EXEC: Colt CZ Group Profits Halved in 2024 Despite 51 Percent Revenue Growth
Maintaining profitability in the Firearms segment through more effective cost control is one of the company’s goals for 2025, especially in the U.S. market. New CZ and Colt products are expected to play a key role for future growth in the U.S. market.
Far Bank Enterprises Taps Red Kulper as Brand Portfolio Marketing Director
Kulper comes to Far Bank after a decade with Shimano North America Fishing where he led marketing and brand and product lifecycle promotion for Shimano, G. Loomis, PowerPro, and Jackall.
Ski-Doo Parent Sharply Narrows Fiscal Q4 Net Loss Despite 20 Percent Revenue Decline
BRP Inc. was still dealing with softer demand in the fiscal 2025 fourth quarter, but the decline in revenues was also exacerbated the company’s objective to reduce network inventory.
RVIA: February RV Shipments Rose 6.0 Percent
RVIA said Towable RVs, led by conventional travel trailers, ended the month up 9.9 percent from last February with 29,642 shipments. Motorhomes finished the month down 20.1 percent year-over-year with 3,229 units.
U.S. Consumer Confidence Down Again in March as Forward Outlook Crashes
The Present Situation Index, based on consumers’ assessment of current business and labor market conditions, decreased 3.6 points to 134.5, a solid score, but the Expectations Index, measuring a six-month outlook, fell to 65.2, the lowest level in 12 years.
Global Ordnance Expands Distribution Network
Through this partnership, Sports South will offer a comprehensive selection of Global Ordnance products, including imported firearms, ammunition for various disciplines and firearm calibers and various shooting accessories including magazines.
EXEC: EY M&A Outlook Signals Cautious U.S. Deal Market
EY expects U.S. deal volume will rise 10 percent in 2025, building on a robust 13 percent advance in 2024, driven by sustained economic activity, decreasing interest rates, pent-up demand & reduced valuation gaps.
KGM Suppressors Adds Midwest Representation
Through this partnership, Covey Sales & Marketing will represent KGM’s full line of suppressors and accessories in the Midwest region, guiding retailers, law enforcement agencies and shooting enthusiasts across the territory.
Barrett Firearms Plans Major Expansion in Tennessee
Barrett Firearms, part of the NIOA Group, headquartered in Murfreesboro, TN, announced plans to build a $76.4 million campus-style industrial campus which will double its workforce over the next five years and meet worldwide demand for its commercial and defense products.
Daniel Defense Appoints New Chief Operating Officer
Daniel Baltzegar brings extensive experience in operations leadership and business transformation, having held executive roles at Aramark, WestRock, and other industry-leading companies.
L.L.Bean is Heading to Florida!
The 17,000-square-foot store will be located at the University Town Center in Sarasota near UTC’s Target, Best Buy and Old Navy. The new Bean location was previously a Bed Bath & Beyond.
Thor Industries Rolls Heartland RV Under Jayco, Inc. Umbrella
The owner of the Airstream, CrossDoads, CruiserRV, Dutchman, Enter, Heartland RV, Highland Ridge RV, Jayco, Keystone, KZ, Starcraft, Thor, Tiffen and Venture RV brands, will make the organizational change over the coming months.
Council To Advance Hunting & Shooting Sports Names Executive Director
Chuck Sykes’ extensive field experience, combined with his formal education, has shaped a career dedicated to advancing responsible natural resource stewardship.
Trijicon Appoints Gary Sweet as VP of Sales and Marketing
Sweet will have oversight responsibilities for the commercial sales, marketing and customer experience organizations, the product management team, and the business development team, which serves domestic military branches, government agencies, international military/LE agencies, and international commercial sales.
