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Fox Factory’s Q4 Sales Climb 31 Percent
Fox Factory Holding Corp. reported adjusted earnings rose 17.3 percent in the fourth quarter on a 30.5 percent revenue gain. This increase reflects a 46.7 percent increase in Specialty Sports Group sales and a 18.6 percent increase in Powered Vehicles Group sales.
Foot Locker Forecasts Steep Comp Decline In 2022 As It Reduces Sales From Nike
Foot Locker Inc. reported fourth-quarter earnings exceeded Wall Street targets but guided 2022 revenues well below Wall Street targets as it expects to reduce sales from Nike Inc. to below 55 percent of its mix by the fourth quarter of 2022 from about 65 percent in the 2021 fourth quarter. As a result, same-store sales in 2022 are expected to decline 8 percent to 10 percent.
CODI Delivers Fourth Straight Quarter Of Record Results
Compass Diversified (CODI) reported earnings nearly tripled in the fourth quarter as sales grew 27 percent. Said Elias Sabo, CODI’s CEO, “Our consumer business again delivered solid results, driven by continued strong performance at our most recent acquisitions, and our niche industrial business experienced increased demand for their products during the fourth quarter.”
Planet Fitness’ Sales Bounce Back In Fourth Quarter
Planet Fitness Inc. reported sales grew 37 percent in the fourth quarter ended December 31 and predicted sales would climb in the mid-50 percent range in 2022. For 2021, sales were up 44 percent.
Brooks Promotes Dan Sheridan To President
Following a record-breaking 2021 when Brooks Running exceeded $1 billion in annual revenue for the first time, the company announced that Dan Sheridan would assume a new president and chief operating officer role, partnering with CEO Jim Weber, to support continued growth for the brand.
ABG Partners With New Guards Group For Reebok Europe
Authentic Brands Group announced it has formed a long-term strategic partnership with New Guards Group, owned by Farfetch, for Reebok’s European businesses, luxury collaborations and premium distribution.
Superfeet Hires New CFO; Announces VP Level Promotions
Superfeet announced it hired a new chief financial officer, Cambria Schmidt, to support the company’s domestic and international growth.
Under Armour Announces $500 Million Stock Buyback Program
Under Armour Inc. announced that its Board of Directors has authorized the repurchase of up to $500 million of Under Armour’s outstanding Class C common stock, effective immediately.
Play It Again Sports Parent’s Profits Improve In Year
Winmark Corp., the parent of Play It Again Sports, announced net income for the year ended December 25, 2021 of $39.9 million, or $10.48 per share, compared to net income of $29.8 million, or $7.72, in 2020.
Wolverine Worldwide’s Sales Jump 25 Percent In Fourth Quarter
Wolverine Worldwide reported adjusted earnings in the fourth quarter nearly doubled as sales grew 25 percent. Results were slightly ahead of Wall Street targets. Sales grew 35 percent for 2021 and are expected to expand in the range of 15 to 18 percent in the current year.
Puma Scores Record-Breaking Year In 2021
Puma’s fourth-quarter sales climbed 14 percent on a currency-adjusted basis as operating profits showed a slight gain, capping off a year that delivered the highest sales and EBIT (earnings before interest and taxes) in the company history. Puma’s currency-adjusted sales grew 32 percent for the year, and the brand expected at least 10 percent growth in 2022.
My Backyard Sports To Expand Through Franchising
My Backyard Sports, a design and installation company specializing in customizable courts and sport surfaces, announced it will expand its business in the U.S. through franchising.
Naboso Appoints Director Of Sales
Naboso, the maker of recovery products, announced the addition of Brian Roberts as director of sales. Most recently, Roberts was the national sales manager at Altra Running.
FlexIt Appoints Head Of Athletic Performance
FlexIt, the online fitness training platform, named Jason Terry as its first Head of Athletic Performance.
Slinger Closes On PlaySight Interactive Acquisition
Slinger announced the completion of its acquisition of PlaySight Interactive Ltd., a producer of video technology, analytics and automated video production for sports.
