SGB Update Outdoor
Report: January Year-Over-Year Retail Sales Trend Accelerates from December Trend
January sales were up in six out of nine retail categories on a yearly basis, led by online sales, health and personal care stores and clothing and accessory stores, and up in five categories on a monthly basis.
Fly Fishing Community Mourns the Loss of Legendary Angler Cathy Beck
Beck was a master angler and considered a pioneer in fly fishing instruction. She leaves an “indelible mark on enthusiasts worldwide” for her unwavering dedication to the sport and anglers worldwide.
Eoin Comerford Departs Moosejaw CEO Post with Integration into Public Lands
Comerford made the announcement on LinkedIn last week which aligns with the previously announced timeline for consolidating the Moosejaw business into Dick’s SG’s Public Lands retail business based in Pittsburgh, PA.
Amer Sports Prices and Increases New Private Notes Offering
The new size of the offering reflects an increase of $200 million in aggregate principal amount of the Notes from the previously announced offering size of $600 million.
NRF: Import Cargo Continues to Rise Despite Red Sea Disruptions
U.S. ports covered by Global Port Tracker handled 1.87 million Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units, one 20-foot container or its equivalent, in December, the latest month final numbers are available, down 1 percent from November but up 8.3 percent year-over-year, the report indicated.
Newell Brands Sees Q4 Active Outdoor Lifestyle Sales Fall 22 Percent
The parent company of Marmot, Ex Officio, Stearns, Bubba, Coleman, and Contigo, among others, reported fourth quarter net sales of $2.1 billion, a 9.1 percent decline compared to the prior-year Q4 period, reflecting in part, the impact of category exits and favorable foreign exchange.
Shein to Expand U.S. Presence with Seattle-Area Office
The company anticipates hiring over 50 employees in logistics and distribution to work from the new space by the end of 2024.
MasterCraft Narrows Full-Year Guidance as Boat Market Outlook Weakens
The decrease in net sales was reportedly due to lower unit volume and an increase in dealer incentives, partially offset by higher prices and favorable mix and options.
Tractor Supply Comps Down 4.2 Percent in Q4 as Net Income Declines
Fourth quarter net sales decreased 8.6 percent to $3.66 billion, compared to $4.01 billion in the fourth quarter of 2022. The company said the prior year’s fourth quarter included an extra sales week as part of the company’s 53-week calendar in 2022
Puma Appoints Julie Legrand to Lead Global Brand Strategy
Legrand brings 20 years of experience in marketing and brand management to the role. Most recently, she worked as H&M’s global brand director. She also held senior positions in marketing and brand at Procter & Gamble.
Lightspeed Announces Third Quarter 2024 Financial Results
Total revenue of $239.7 million grew 27 percent year-over-year and surpassed previously established outlook.
Equinox Golf Resort & Spa Names General Manager
With a career spanning over two decades working at luxury hotels worldwide and in NYC, the Equinox Golf Resort & Spa appointed Maurizio Bonivento as general manager.
Costco Comps Grow 3.4 Percent in January ex-Fuel
Net sales were $22.08 billion for the retail month of January, the five weeks ended February 4, 2024, an increase of 4.5 percent from $21.13 billion in January last year.
Outdoor & Sports Company Appoints Managing Director for North America
Bill Supple joined OSC in a consulting capacity as director of brand and business development for Mountain Equipment in the U.S. in 2019.
VF Corporation CFO Stepping Down After 23-Year Run with Company
CFO Matt Puckett will be stepping down later this year. He will stay on until a new CFO is appointed to help ensure a smooth transition.
