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TJX Increases Dividend By 13 Percent
TJX Companies, Inc. announced that its Board of Directors had raised the amount of its quarterly dividend by 13 percent from the last dividend paid.
Compass Diversified Re-Works Board As Sally McCoy Plans Departure
Compass Diversified (CODI), owner of Velocity Outdoor, BOA, Marucci, Primaloft, 5.11, and other businesses in the active lifestyle space, announced that its Board of Directors had nominated a new director candidate for election at its 2023 Annual Meeting of Shareholders on May 25.
Lululemon’s Q4 Profits Drop On Mirror Impairment Charge
Lululemon Athletica Inc. reported a sharp decline in earnings for the fourth quarter due to an impairment charge of $442.7 million related to its Mirror connected-fitness business. Earnings on an adjusted basis grew 31 percent as comparable-store sales jumped 27 percent, topping analyst targets.
Burberry To Acquire Technical Outerwear Factory
Burberry announced plans to acquire a specialist technical outerwear factory from Pattern SpA, a longtime supplier whose business activities include engineering and production of luxury garments. The purchase price is €21 million ($23 mm).
Survey Says Consumer Interest In Sustainable Products/Practices Remains High
According to a survey of more than 1,000 U.S. consumers conducted by supply chain technology company Blue Yonder, nearly half of all respondents reported increased interest in eco-conscious habits over the past year; however, they remain wary of corporate sustainability claims.
The Pro’s Closet Rebrands As TPC
The Pro’s Closet, the certified pre-owned bike dealer, rebranded as TPC.
PVH Corp Flys Past EPS Guidance In Q4
PVH Corp., the parent of Tommy Hilfiger and Calvin Klein, fourth-quarter earnings were down due to higher costs and increased promotion as sales on a currency-neutral basis climbed 8 percent. Earnings came in well ahead of company guidance.
K-Swiss To Sponsor Pickleball Slam
K-Swiss reported it signed on as a sponsor of the 2023 inaugural Pickleball Slam on April 2 at the Hard Rock Live at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino in Hollywood, FL.
Varsity Brands To Pay $43.5M In Antitrust Settlement
Varsity Brands has agreed to pay $43.5 million to settle a federal lawsuit that the student apparel company and producer of cheerleading events abused its industry dominance, causing private gyms and spectators to pay artificially inflated prices.
Long-Time Outdoor Cap Rep To Retire
On March 31, Lisa Hawkins, Outdoor Caps outside sales rep for Idaho and Oregan will retire. Randy Snyder, who represents the brand in Alaska, Montana and Washington, will assume her role in those states.
Hurley Owner Acquires Scotch & Soda
Bluestar Alliance, the New York-based owner of Hurley, Bebe and Tahari, announced it acquired Dutch fashion brand Scotch & Soda, which filed for bankruptcy in the Netherlands last week.
Rally House To Open Another Pittsburgh Store
Rally House has become a pillar of the Pittsburgh sports community in recent years. The retailer reported it intends to open a new store in the Monroeville area. Rally House Miracle.
Kith Opens Store In Williamsburg
Kith opened a store in the Williamsburg section of Brooklyn, the second for the brand in Brooklyn following the opening of its flagship at 233 Flatbush Avenue near the Barclays Center in 2015.
Zumiez North America President To Retire
Zumiez, Inc. reported that Troy Brown, the president of North America Zumiez, Inc., has decided to retire. According to a regulatory filing, Brown agreed to stay with the company until June 30, 2023 to transition his duties.
Jordan Brand World Location To Open In Tokyo
Jordan World of Flight Shibuya is opening as the first Jordan-only store in Japan this March. The 9200-square-foot space follows the opening of Jordan World of Flight Milan in December 2022.
