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.
Academy Sports & Outdoors Beats on Q4 Bottom Line; Looks Ahead to Jordan Launch
The company expects the first quarter to be the most challenging from a sales and earnings per share prospective as they plan to open five stores and transition to the new Jordan floor set but see the back half of the year to be stronger than the first half.
Report: Online Resale is Expected to Reach $40 Billion by 2029
From integrating social commerce and AI applications to establishing trade organizations and interfacing with the government, ThredUp said it’s clear why resale has seen accelerated growth and a promising growth trajectory.
Report: February Perceived Stability at Retail Hides Deeper Fluctuations
While the steady appearance of retail performance carried through top-line views of discretionary general merchandise, retail food and beverage, and non-edible consumer packaged goods, underlying disruptions are emerging, reported Circana.
