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WFSGI Appoints Head Of Cycling

World Federation of the Sporting Goods Industry (WFSGI) announced that Michelle Smyth is its new head of cycling.

Report: Peloton Suspends Bike And Treadmill Production Amid Slowdown

According to a confidential internal presentation dated January 10 attained by CNBC, Peloton has paused its Bike production for two months, from February to March, due to a “significant reduction” in demand attributed to heightened price sensitivity and competition.

JD.com Partners With Shopify

Chinese online retailer JD.com announced it had formed a strategic partnership with Ottawa-based Shopify to help U.S. merchants sell their products in Mainland China. The partnership marks a step up in the China expansion for Shopify and is another in JDs internationalization trajectory.

Dick’s SG Closes $1.5 Billion Debt Sale

Dick’s Sporting Goods, Inc. announced the closing on January 14, 2022, of its previously announced offering of $750 million of 3.15 percent senior notes due in 2032 and $750 million of 4.1 percent senior notes due 2052.

Sportsman’s Warehouse’s Reports Flat Sales Over Holiday Period

Sportsman’s Warehouse, Inc. reported net sales in the eight weeks ended December 25 were $299.6 million, which was flat versus the comparable eight weeks of fiscal year 2020. Compared to the same eight-week period of fiscal year 2019, net sales increased 59.3 percent from $188.1 million.

Ecco Sko A/S Appoints CEO Ecco USA

Ecco Sko A/S appointed Tom Berry as president & CEO, Ecco USA. Berry assumes the responsibility of this new role immediately.

Kohl’s Reaffirms Strategic Progress Following Activists Calls For Sale

Kohl’s responded to a call by Activist Investor Macellum Advisors to explore strategic options, including a sale, by reporting that its recent results showed the retailer is making strong progress with its transformation plan and that it’s open to further discussions with Macellum.

TheDrop Taps Nike Veteran To Lead Global Merchandising

TheDrop.com, a streetwear and sneaker online marketplace, announced that Scott Keating has joined the company’s management team as chief merchandising officer. He was most recently global sales and brand director for Nike SB.