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Mexican Diplomat Says NRA Should Target Gun Trafficking
A top diplomat in Mexico has appealed for help from the National Rifle Association to help stem the flow of U.S. guns to Mexico's drug cartel, according to several sources, including Reuters…
Heelys’ Revenues Drop 23.3% in the Third Quarter
Heelys, Inc. reported sales dropped 23.3% in the third quarter, to $8.2 million from $10.7 million in the year-ago quarter. The company reported a net loss of $69,000, or less than 1 cent a share, versus a net loss of $1.1 million, or 4 cents, a year ago.
Fox Factory Sales Surge 66% in Q3 on OEM Rebound
Fox Factory Inc., maker of Fox Shox suspension forks and systems for mountain biking, snowmobiles and motorsports, had net sales of $61.4 million for the three months ended Sept. 30, up 66.2% from the same period a year ago.
The NBA Store to Close
The NBA Store on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan will close in late February as a result of escalating rent. The NBA flagship opened in 1998. The league is seeking out another location in the city…
Li and Fung to Handle Some Sourcing for Li Ning
Hong Kong-based multinational Li & Fung Limited will become a sourcing agent for China's Li Ning Company Limited's brands in both international and domestic market…
Primal Wear Relaunches B2C Site
Primal Wear has relaunched its website, primalwear.com, to emphasize the company's renewed focus on customm kits and technical cycling wear…
Columbia Sportswear Declares Special Cash Dividend
Columbia Sportswear Co. announced the company's board of directors approved a special cash dividend of $1.50 per share, payable on Dec. 6, 2010 to shareholders of record on Nov. 22, 2010. The aggregate amount of payment to be made in connection with
Quail Unlimited Relocates to Albany, GA
Quail Unlimited will be moving its national office from Edgefield, SC, to Albany, GA, and its new offices will be built on property being donated by Phoebe Foundation, the philanthropic arm of Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital…
Easton Extends NHL Contract with Sharks Star
Easton Hockey has agreed to a multi-year contract extension with San Jose Sharks right wing Dany Heatley, a five-time NHL All-Star. Heatley will continue to wear Easton Hockey Gear exclusively along with being active in the development of future Easton pr
Major Retailers Foresee 2.8% Comps Growth Over Holidays
BDO USA, LLP latest survey of chief marketing officers (CMOs) at leading U.S. retailers found they expect comparable and overall sales to increase by 2.83% and 3.51% respectively, for the 2010 holiday season. One reason: inventories are higher and broader
Clarus’ Pro-Forma Sales Climb 9.7% in Q3
Clarus Corp., parent of Black Diamond Equipment and Gregory Mountain Products, reported consolidated sales for the third quarter of 2010 grew 9.7% versus pro forma sales of $30.9 million. Pro-forma sales include the combined results plus the results of Gr
Thule Acquires TracRac
The Thule Group has acquired TracRac Inc., a manufacturer of branded truck racks and accessories in the U.S. Terms were not disclosed…
ESPN Finalizes Sale of BASS to Investor Group
ESPN Inc. has finalized the sale of BASS, LLC to a group of investors including Don Logan, Jerry McKinnis and Jim Copeland. An agreement in principle was announced in August by ESPN and the transaction was completed Monday…
The Buckle’s October Comps Increase 2.6%
The Buckle, Inc.'s comparable store net sales for the four weeks ended Oct. 30 increased 2.6% from comparable store net sales for the year earlier period. Net sales for the four-week fiscal month increased 6.7% to $71.1 million from net sales of $66
Timberland Revenues Rise 2.5% on Growth Overseas
The Timberland Co. reported revenue increased 2.5% to $432.3 million compared to the prior year period, reflecting growth across Europe and Asia, partially offset by a decline in North America. Net income jumped 38.1% to $52.2 million, or diluted earning
