SGB Update

The Buckle Sees December Sales Slide

The Buckle Inc. announced that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 5-week period ended December 30, 2017 decreased 4.1 percent.

J. C. Penney Sees 3.4 Percent Gain In Holiday Sales

J. C. Penney Company Inc. announced that its comparable store sales for the combined nine-week period ending December 30, 2017 increased 3.4 percent over the same period last year. The company also reaffirmed all components of its most recent full-year financial guidance for fiscal 2017.

Macy’s Reports Positive Comp Sales For November/December

Macy’s Inc. announced that its comparable sales on an owned basis increased 1.0 percent in the months of November and December 2017 combined, compared to the same period last year. Active apparel, shoes, dresses, coats, fine jewelry, men’s tailored clothing, children’s and home were all top performers.

Powerstep Parent Files Infringement Lawsuit

Stable Step, LLC, a leading provider of prefabricated orthotics and insoles under the Powerstep brand, has filed a lawsuit in the Southern District of Florida against Foot Care Store, Inc./Dia-Foot, distributor and retailer of Pure Stride orthotics.

Dakota Grizzly Launches RSVP Retail Program

For every online sale shipped in a zip code region where there are Dakota Grizzly dealers, those retailers will get a bi–annual check disbursement from the online sales made.

Flowfold Hires East Coast Sales Agency

Flowfold has partnered with The Taku Agency and veteran sales rep Beaty Jackson to increase wholesale distribution of Flowfold products starting in 2018.

OEKO-TEX Updates Product Guidelines

In 2018, the OEKO-TEX Association will provide further targeted support on issues relating to consumer protection and sustainability throughout the textile value creation chain.

Antigua Announces Its 2018 Team On Tour

Headlining the Antigua team on the LPGA Tour are five Solheim Cup teammates from the victorious 2017 American team; Brittany Lang, Stacy Lewis, Gerina Piller, Lizette Salas and Austin Ernst along with veterans Alena Sharp, Candie Kung and Kim Kaufman.

Mossberg Hires Senior Director Of Marketing

O.F. Mossberg and Sons, Inc., America’s oldest family-owned and operated firearms manufacturer, announced the hiring of marketing executive, Richard (Rich) Kirk, to the role of senior director of marketing.

H&M Unveils Latest Sustainably-Led Sport Collection

H&M announced that their latest sport collection is made solely from sustainable materials, blending fashionable design with highly functional details. Inspired by nature and strong women, the collection will be available in select stores and online at hm.com from January 4.