SGB Update

Cherokee Global Brands Posts Q4 Loss On Hi-Tec Charges

Hi-Tec revenues totaled $7.8 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2017 and included $6.6 million in indirect product sales related to distribution and government contracts, as well as $1.2 million in licensing revenues stemming from new and existing licensing deals for the Hi-Tec portfolio of brands.

Macy’s Q1 Earnings Sink Amid Weak Comps

Macy’s Inc. reported first quarter 2017 earnings of 23 cents per diluted share, or 24 cents per diluted share excluding premiums and fees associated with debt repurchases. This compares with 37 cents per diluted share, or 40 cents per diluted share excluding non-cash settlement charges related to the company’s retirement plans, in the first quarter of 2016.

Kohl’s Q1 Comps Slide 2.7 Percent

Kohl’s Corp. reported sales in the first quarter fell 3.2 percent to $3.84 billion. Same-store sales were down 2.7 percent on top of a 3.9 percent decline a year ago.

Dick’s Sporting Goods Shakes Up Leadership Team

Among other changes, André Hawaux, COO, is retiring while Lauren Hobart, formerly head of marketing, becomes president.
Keri Jones, formerly at Target, will join the company as EVP and chief merchant.

G-Form Adds To Athlete Roster

Kevin Peraza and Colton Walker join a star-studded BMX roster that includes 2016 Rio Gold Medalists Connor Fields and 10 time X-Games medalist Kevin Robinson.

Canada Goose Adds Director

John Davison is currently the chief financial officer and executive vice president of Four Seasons Holdings.

Canada Goose Opens Two International Flagship Stores

Continuing its global expansion, Canada Goose Holdings Inc. will open two flagship stores this fall, in London and Chicago. At the same time, the company announced the expansion of its e-commerce channel to seven European markets.

Vista Outdoor’s Q2 Earnings Tumble

Vista Outdoor Inc. reported a steep decline in profits in the second quarter ended March 31 due to an “unprecedented decline” in demand for firearms and ammunition and a number of restructuring initiatives. Revenues were down 5 percent.