SGB Update Outdoor
U.S. Consumer Sentiment Jumps as Inflation Expectations Improve
Consumer sentiment increased in June for the first time in six months, the latest sign that Americans’ views of the economy have improved as inflation has stayed tame and tariff concerns lessen.
Survey: Retailers Passing Along 51 Percent of Tariff Costs
A survey of 500 U.S. e-commerce executives found that 76 percent had increased the price of goods to mitigate the cost of the new and expected tariffs. On average, retailers are passing along 51 percent of the cost of President Trump’s import taxes on to consumers.
Strava Nets $2.2 Billion Valuation in Funding Round
The funding follows the acquisitions earlier this year of AI-driven training apps Runna and The Breakaway, as well as the continued growth of the platform, which now has over 150 million reported global users.
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Notes Robust Sporting Goods Sector Continued into May
Growth in the Clothing, Footwear and Accessories store sector decelerated from the April trend. The category that includes Sporting Goods stores was up 8.2 percent y/y unadjusted in May after a robust 9.2 percent y/y gain in March.
Roots Sees Sales Climb 6 Percent in Q1
The Toronto-based retailer slightly narrowed its loss in the first quarter ended May 3 as sales grew 6.7 percent, marking the third consecutive quarter of growth. Founded in 1973, the retailer is known for its apparel, leather goods, footwear, and home furnishings.
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Names Top Retailer Members and Vendor Partners for 2025
The retailer-owned network of 105 independent outdoor retailers and 67 vendor partners, working together to grow the specialty outdoor retail network, named Trail Creek Outfitters Retailer of the Year and Patagonia Vendor of the Year for 2025.
Dick’s SG Joins Top 50 Most Patriotic Brands for First Time; New Balance Falls in Rankings
Nike, Wilson Sporting Goods, LL Bean, Gatorade, New Balance, Converse, and Dick’s Sporting Goods all earned spots on Brand Keys 24th Annual Most Patriotic Brands survey of the Top 50 U.S.-based brands that embody the value “patriotism.” The NFL, NBA and MLB also made the list. Dick’s made the list for the first time.
FFWD Wheels Broadens Founding Family Presence with New Global Sales Manager
Jurre Schipper is the son of company founder Henk Schipper and brother of FFWD General Manager Idsart Schipper. He will focus on strengthening relationships with dealers, distributors and partners worldwide.
Target Increases Quarterly Dividend
Target Corp. declared a quarterly dividend of $1.14 per common share, a 1.8 percent increase from the prior quarterly dividend of $1.12.
NFIB: Small Business Optimism Rises For First Time This Year
A gauge of sentiment among small businesses, rose to 98.8 in May from 95.8 in April, bringing the Index back above its long-term average, represented by a reading of 98. The increase ends a four-month streak of weakening sentiment.
Duluth Holdings Undergoes Layoffs
As part of its expense savings initiatives to rightsize the business, the retailer reduced its workforce by 51 employees, or 3 percent of its total workforce, on June 4.
Authentic Brands Group Establishes APAC Headquarters in Shanghai
The Shanghai HQ will support Authentic’s growing brand portfolio, including Reebok, Champion, Quiksilver, Billabong, and Sperry, as well as its network of partners across the Greater China region and APAC market.
Orvis to Close Chicago Store
The storefront, located on the Magnificent Mile, will close on July 24, after two decades, “due to the changing retail landscape on the Magnificent Mile.”
Arc’teryx, Atomic, Keen, Vuori, and Gregory Top REI Vendor Partner of the Year Honors
Established in 1993, REI’s Vendor Partner of the Year awards program “honors brand partners that demonstrate remarkable philosophy and partnership with the co-op and that drive impact for the outdoor industry.
Industry Nine Acquires We Are One Composites
Industry Nine, based in Asheville, NC, is known for its hub and wheel systems while We Are One, based in Kamloops, BC, is known for its hand-laid carbon rims. By bringing the companies together, they are better positioned to “engineer exceptional products and push the boundaries of what’s possible for the cycling community.”
