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American Outdoor Brands Cuts Outlook On Firearms Downturn

American Outdoor Brands, formerly known as Smith & Wesson, reported sales earnings on an adjusted basis grew 13.3 percent in its third quarter ended January 31 on a 10.8 percent revenue gain. However, the outlook for the current year was reduced due to a post-election slowdown in firearms sales.

Olin Corp. Promotes Fischer To Chairman

Olin Corp., a leading U.S. manufacturer of ammunition, announced that Joseph D. Rupp will retire as chairman on April 27. Olin president and chief executive officer John E. Fischer will become chairman, president and CEO effective the same day.

Carl Zeiss Sports Optics Appoints Director Of Sales

Carl Zeiss Sports Optics, a leading manufacturer of high performance sports optics, announced that effective January 30, 2017, Barton Dobbs has been promoted to the position of director of sales – Sports Optics division.

Zanders Sporting Goods Appoints COO

Zanders Sporting Goods, a national distributor of firearms located in Sparta, IL, announced that Stefanie Zanders has been appointed vice president and chief operating officer.

Bass Pro Shops Announces 2017 Fitness Series Dates

Early registration opened for the 2017 Bass Pro Shops Fitness Series, the 11th annual lineup of races and runs celebrating health and wellness, outdoor adventures and wildlife conservation in the beauty of the Ozarks.

Under Armour To Reach Kohl’s In Early March

On a conference call with analysts, Kevin Mansell, Kohl’s CEO, said the company expects the Under Armour launch to be a “significant enough business in year one to add 75 basis points to 100 basis points to our overall company comp.”

Garmin Sees Robust Growth In Outdoor And Fitness In Q4

Garmin Ltd. reported fourth-quarter earnings on an adjusted basis were slightly down but well above Wall Street estimates. Strong double-digit growth was seen in its outdoor, fitness and marine segments.