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Wolverine Worldwide’s Sales Jump 25 Percent In Fourth Quarter
Wolverine Worldwide reported adjusted earnings in the fourth quarter nearly doubled as sales grew 25 percent. Results were slightly ahead of Wall Street targets. Sales grew 35 percent for 2021 and are expected to expand in the range of 15 to 18 percent in the current year.
Puma Scores Record-Breaking Year In 2021
Puma’s fourth-quarter sales climbed 14 percent on a currency-adjusted basis as operating profits showed a slight gain, capping off a year that delivered the highest sales and EBIT (earnings before interest and taxes) in the company history. Puma’s currency-adjusted sales grew 32 percent for the year, and the brand expected at least 10 percent growth in 2022.
Naboso Appoints Director Of Sales
Naboso, the maker of recovery products, announced the addition of Brian Roberts as director of sales. Most recently, Roberts was the national sales manager at Altra Running.
Brooks Surpasses $1 Billion In Revenue
Brooks Running reported that it set new records in 2021, ending the year with global revenue exceeding $1.11 billion, an increase of 31 percent year-over-year. This result marks the first time the running brand has reached $1 billion in annual revenue.
Dillard’s Sees 37 Percent Jump In Q4 Same-Store Sales
Dillard’s, Inc. reported earnings grew nearly five-fold in the fourth quarter ended January 29 as sales jumped 37 percent. Both earnings and sales topped Wall Street targets.
Macy’s Fourth Quarter Results Exceed Expectations
Macy’s Inc. reported fiscal fourth-quarter earnings and sales that outpaced analysts’ estimates and said that a strategic review has prompted the retailer to accelerate its turnaround plans.
Wish Unveils Shoppable Video Feature
Wish, the mobile e-commerce platform, announced the rollout of Wish Clips, its shoppable video feature.
JD Sports Raises Full Year Profit Outlook
JD Sports Fashion Plc said that total same-store profits for the twenty-two weeks to January 1 were more than 10 percent ahead of the same period in 2020 with equally positive performance across the Black Friday and Christmas period.
Nike To Return To Beaverton Headquarters On May 2
Nike announced a “phased return” to U.S. offices, with most workers required back by May 3.
Camping World Collaborates With Eddie Bauer
Camping World Holdings, Inc. announced a partnership with Authentic Brands Group (ABG) to launch a line of towable and motorized RVs under the Eddie Bauer name, as well as expand Eddie Bauer assortments across its store base and online.
Lids Launches E-Commerce Site For Limited Product Releases
Lids has launched a new website, LidsHatDrop.com, for exclusive product drops.
Report: Super Bowl Generated $170M In In-Game Brand Exposure
NFL sponsors Nike, Pepsi and Bose scored highest in brand exposure during the 2022 Super Bowl, according to a report by Hive and Elevate obtained by CNBC.
Hibbett Sees Q4 Results Coming In Below Guidance
Hibbett, Inc. said fourth-quarter results will come in below guidance due to lower traffic and transaction counts in the back half of the quarter. EPS is now expected in the range of $1.18 to $1.25 against guidance of $1.85 to $2.05. Same-store sales decreased 1.0 percent which is below guidance of positive high single-digit comp sales.
Fanatics To Acquire Mitchell & Ness
Fanatics has partnered up with a number of celebrities, including the rapper Jay-Z and the D’Amelio family of TikTok fame, to purchase Mitchell & Ness, best known for its throwback jerseys. The deal valued Mitchell & Ness at about $250 million, according to reports.
Under Armour’s Debt Ratings Outlook Revised To Positive
S&P Global Ratings revised its debt ratings outlook on Under Armour to positive from stable. The rating agency said Under Armour’s credit measures remain strong due to its high demand, reduced promotional pricing and higher than normal cash balances.
