Airwalk Parent Inks Licensing Deal Down Under…
Collective Licensing International, LLC, owner of the Airwalk brand, has entered into a Master Licensing Agreement with Brand Direct to license the Airwalk brand. Brand Direct International Pty. Ltd. will be responsible for all Airwalk branded product in
Foot Locker Hopes to Turn Corner in U.S. on Higher Nike Allocations; Europe a Drag…
While Foot Locker second quarter comps came in “slightly below” management expectations, and continue to lag the gains seen at many other mall teen fashion retailers, the arrival of more Nike marquee product throughout the quarter and into Q3 is giving th
Genesco Gets Nice Q2 Lift from Journeys and Hat World; Athletic Business Grows…
Genesco Inc. used the addition of Hat World to keep it from posting a pre-tax loss again in the second quarter this year and looked to Journeys and Hat World to keep the top line positive for the quarter. Excluding Hat World, which was acquired in early
Gander Mountain Looks for Good Mo’ Moving into Back Half of Year…
Gander Mountain saw the elimination of most of its vendor proof-of-performance rebates impact second quarter earnings to the tune of $1.5 million this year, resulting in a 6.3% increase in the net loss for the period when measured on a pro forma basis. On
Forzani Group Adds Two New Brands to Portfolio…
The Forzani group has signed a letter of intent to acquire the Canadian business of Nevada Bob’s International including trade marks and licensing agreements, contingent upon due diligence, legalities, and regulatory approval…
Famous Footwear Sees Athletic Segment Growing; Has Tough Q2…
Famous Footwear was the only division at Brown Shoe Company that did not post a revenue decline in the second quarter, but a shift in tax-free holiday weekends in some states and a later Back-to-School period conspired to push comp store sales lower. Whi
Bob’s Falls Short of TJX Q2 Plan…
TJX, parent of the TJ Maxx and Marshall’s discount chains, among others, is still clearly in the learning phase with the Bob’s Stores chain they acquired in December 2003. Their merchants are attempting to find the right formula for the stores that will
Hibbett Sporting Goods Moves to Clear Q2 Inventories; Bottom Line Hurt…
At appears that Atkins dieters are cutting back on exercise as well as they embrace the low carb in an effort to lose weight rapidly. Hibbett Sporting Goods raised that issue as one potential reason for the slow down in Exercise Equipment sales they saw
Johnson Outdoors and Thule Team Up…
Johnson Outdoors entered into a new partnership with THULE to design a lift assisted kayak car-top carrier called the Hullivator. Thule’s president Fred Clark told SEW that Johnson Outdoors approached Thule with the concept and the two companies worked to
Delta Gets Another Soffe Boost in Q4; New Soffe President Named…
Delta Apparel is looking like the smartest guy on the block these days, reporting fourth quarter results that were significantly improved versus last year, due primarily to the October 2004 acquisition of M.J. Soffe Company. The company will start to tra
Summer Market Part II: Outdoor Footwear Gets Wet and Wild…
Summer Market was a feast of emerging footwear innovations from a number of vendors, but two clear directions were evident as companies worked to broaden their base of consumers or extend their brand’s appeal beyond its intended primary use. Much of the
Notes From the Open Air Demo…
The Summer Market’s Open Air Demo was a resounding success for most of the vendors BOSS spoke with. The lake at Little Dell Reservoir was crowded with canoes, kayaks, wind-surfers, and even sailboats. The two largest booths, Thule and Watermark, were draw
Gander Mountain Looks for Momentum Moving into Back Half of Year…
Gander Mountain saw the elimination of most of its vendor proof-of-performance rebates impact second quarter earnings to the tune of $1.5 million this year, resulting in a 6.3% increase in the net loss for the period when measured on a pro forma basis. On
Green Business Grows at OR…
The OIA¡¦s recommendation to keep the OR Summer and Winter Markets in Salt Lake City was contingent on one set of factors, namely the state of Utah¡¦s ¡§continued partnership with the OIA to promote a recreation economy and to protect its recreation gems.
Dick’s Moving Fast on Galyans Integration; Raises Guidance…
Dick's Sporting Goods does not appear to be as affected by the licensed apparel or fitness equipment issues that have caused other sporting goods retailers to reduce their expectations for the second quarter. That fact, coupled with the retailer’s i
