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U.S. Consumer Confidence Sinks to Near Five-Year Low

The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index fell to 86 on the month, down 7.9 points from its prior reading and below the Dow Jones estimate of 87.7. It was the lowest reading since May 2020.

Camping World’s Q1 Boosted by Strong Sales of Used RVs

Camping World Holdings, Inc. slightly reduced its net loss in the first quarter, ended March 31, but significantly improved its operating earnings before non-recurring charges on better margins. Sales rose 3.6 percent as declines in new RV sales were offset by a jump in used vehicles.

Revelyst Partners to License Outdoor Brands

The former outdoor products segment of the now-defunct Vista Outdoor business inked a multiyear partnership with Evolution USA, LLC, a U.S.-based licensing agency, to secure licensing deals for six of its outdoor brands, including Fox Racing, Simms Fishing Products, Camp Chef, Primos, Hoppes, and Blackburn.

ASA Hires New VP, Member Services and Business Development

Kendra Allman has over 25 years of experience in association management. She has held leadership positions at the National Grocers Association, National Association of Chain Drug Stores, National Stone, Sand & Gravel Association, and National Waste & Recycling Association.

Outtech to Represent Knives of Alaska Nationwide

Founded by Alaska Master Guide Charles Allen, Knives of Alaska has earned a reputation for delivering field-tested performance tools for the most demanding environments, including with professional guides and sportsmen.

Chaparral and Robalo Boat Brands Parent Sees Moderating Declines in Q1

MPX said comparisons are beginning to ease and field inventories are returning to more acceptable levels after being elevated since late 2023. The company’s field unit inventory at the end of the first quarter was approximately 18 percent below the end of Q1 2024.

Rural King Opens New Kingsport Store

The store carries a wide range of outdoor lifestyle and work brands, including Ariat, Browning, Carhartt, Columbia, Frogg Toggs, Henry Rifles, Huk Apparel, Keen Utility, Plano, Realtree, Remington, Under Armour, and Wolverine.

Buying Group Pioneer Don Pfau Passes Away

Throughout a long and storied life, Prau remained committed to Sports, Inc.’s success and prominence in the sporting goods industry.  The group has grown to over 600 from the original seven members, selling billions of dollars in sporting goods from coast to coast.