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Macy’s Comps Fall 6.1% Despite Black Friday Crowds
Macy’s, Inc. said November sales failed to meet expectations due to unseasonably warm weather and timing of a friends and family sale, despite strong traffic on Black Friday. Total sales fell 6.3% to $2.18 billion for the four weeks ended Nov. 28, 2
Gander Mtn. Q3 Sales Rise 2.5%
Gander Mountain Company reported consolidated sales for the third quarter ended Oct. 31 were $276.6 million compared to consolidated sales of $269.9 million for the third quarter of fiscal 2008, a 2.5% increase…
Dillard’s Comps Tumble in November
Dillard's, Inc. announced that merchandise sales dropped 13% in the four weeks ended Nov. 28, 2009 to $437.9 million from $505.8 million a year ago. Sales in comparable stores decreased 11% for the four-week period…
J.C. Penney’s Comps Decline 5.9%
J. C. Penney Company, Inc. reported that comparable store sales for the four-week period ended Nov. 28, 2009, decreased 5.9%, in-line with the company’s guidance for sales to decrease 4% to 7%. In last year’s November period, comparable store
Saks’ Comps Tumble in November
Saks Inc. announced that owned sales totaled $245.1 million for the four weeks ended Nov. 28, 2009 compared to $327.3 million for the four weeks ended Nov. 29, 2008, a 25.1% decrease. Comparable store sales decreased 26.1% for the month…
Nordstrom’s Comps Climb 2.2%
Nordstrom, Inc. reported a 2.2% increase in same-store sales for the four-week period ended Nov. 28, 2009. Sales of $749 million for November 2009 increased 5.9% compared with sales of $707 million for the same period in fiscal 2008…
PUMA Forms PUMA Golf North America
PUMA announced a new partnership to grow the North American golf business with the formation of PUMA Golf North America, as the official distributor and licensee of PUMA Golf in the United States and Canada…
Golfsmith Unveils 40,000 Sq. Ft. Store
Golfsmith International Holdings, Inc. announced the official unveiling of its new 40,000-square foot playground for golfers and tennis players in Los Angeles and Orange County…
Smith and Wesson Reports Q3 Results Boosted by USR Acquisition, Strong Gun Sales
Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation said net sales of $108.8 million for the second fiscal quarter ended October 31, 2009 were $35.6 million, or 48.6%, higher than net sales of $73.2 million for the comparable quarter last year…
Gore Kicks Off Online Community with Photo Contest
W.L. Gore & Associates (Gore) launched a new online community for the GORE-TEX brand at MyExperienceMore.com with a photo contest. Finalists, who will be determined by their peers, will be eligible for a grand prize of up to $10,000 towards planning his/h
Duty Relief on Some Outdoor Footwear Could Expire
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) has confirmed that the Senate will not pass its miscellaneous tariff bill (MTB) before adjourning for the holiday recess. However, the trade organization is confident Congress will extend duty relief that reduces tariffs
Arrests in Scam Involving Pro V1 Golf Balls
The Lincolnshire Police Department has confirmed that Lloyd Morris, of Deerfield, Illinois, and Marco Maggiore, of Buffalo Grove, Illinois, were arrested on November 23, 2009 and charged with money laundering, computer fraud, mail fraud and theft tied to
Spyder Partners with Ardica on Limited Edition Jackets
Spyder Active Sports has produced 24 limited edition jackets with Ardica Moshi portable heat and electronic charging power. Spyder produced a finite number of jackets as an avenue to test the innovation in a ski-based application…
Lucy Upgrades Website
Lucy activewear announced the launch of its new website design this month. The new site includes product ratings, social media sharing, and a comprehensive “living lucy” community section…
Under Armour Wins Boston College Contract
Under Armour topped Canton, MA-based Reebok and won a six-year deal to become the exclusive official outfitter for Boston College's football and basketball squads, and 29 other varsity teams. The deal starts in July 2010. UA will replace long-time B
