SGB Update

Columbia Sportswear Beats Q2 EPS Estimates but Misses on Sales

North America led the world lower as bot the U.S. and Canada both posted negative sales growth for the quarter. Mountain Hardwear was a winner for Q2, while Sorel and Prana posted DD declines. Columbia brand was down 4 percent year-over-year.

Deckers Brands Blows Past Fiscal Q1 EPS Targets on Hoka Momentum

Earnings in the fiscal first quarter ended June 30 came in well ahead of analyst targets, boosted by a spike in gross margins and 22.1 percent sales growth. Hoka once again led top-line gains, which saw sales jump 29.7 percent. Ugg’s sales gained 14.0 percent.

Skechers Raises FY Outlook as Q2 Tops Guidance

Skechers U.S.A., Inc. raised its full-year outlook after reporting earnings in the fiscal second quarter ended June 30 came in slightly ahead of company guidance on DTC strength. Earnings in the quarter slipped 5.1 percent on a 7.2 percent revenue gain.

Lanvin Group Appoints Paul Andrew Creative Director, Sergio Rossi

Lanvin Group, the parent of Sergio Rossi, said that Paul Andrew is a “leading voice in the new generation of design talent” after cultivating his expertise alongside Donna Karan, Calvin Klein, Narciso Rodriguez, and the late Alexander McQueen.

Strava Appoints Tech Vet as General Counsel

Daniel Li joins Strava as the platform accelerates its product velocity. Since the spring, Strava has welcomed Matt Salazar as chief product officer and Rob Terrell as chief technology officer.

Tour Edge Appoints Golf Industry Vet as President

Long-time golf industry leader Tim Clarke as president, effective August 5. Current President David Glod will become CEO. He remains the majority owner and chief golf club designer of the brand, which he founded in 1986.