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Yeti Tops Analyst Estimates for Q1; Slashes Guidance on Tariffs Impact
The maker of coolers and insulated drinkware reported Q1 results that topped analyst estimates but lowered its outlook for the year due to the projected impact of tariffs and supply disruptions.
Coleman, Marmot Parent’s Debt Ratings Downgraded By S&P
S&P Global Ratings lowered the debt ratings of Newell Brands Inc., parent of Coleman, Marmot, Ex Officio, Stearns, Bubba and Contigo and other consumer brands, due to the company’s exposure to weakening discretionary demand for its products and incremental costs from announced tariffs.
Costco April Comps Grow 6.7 Percent x-Gas; E-Commerce Up High Teens
Costco Wholesale Corporation reported net sales of $21.18 billion for April, the four weeks ending May 4, 2025, an increase of 7.0 percent from $19.80 billion in 2024.
NRF Chief Economist: Top-Line GDP Figures Overstate the Weakness in the Economy
The NRF reported private final sales to domestic purchasers, a measurement that focuses on consumer and business spending, were up 3.1 percent following a 2.2 percent gain in the prior quarter, suggesting a relatively steady pace of growth.
ZeroTech Optics USA Adds Elite Outdoor Sports to Expand Nationwide Reach
Elite Outdoor Sports will represent ZeroTech Optics USA in SoCal, AZ, NM, CO, UT, MT, WY, MI, IN, OH, PA, MD DE, NJ, NH, NY, MA, CT, and RI.
Solo Brands Formally Appeals Delisting Action by NYSE Regulation Staff
The company is appealing the determination of the staff of the NYSE Regulation and, if the company is successful in its appeal, NYSE may resume trading of the Class A common stock.
MasterCraft Boat Holdings Narrows Fiscal Year Guide
The company reported consolidated net sales of $76.0 million for the fiscal 2025 third quarter ended March 30, an $8.0 million decline from the third quarter of fiscal 2024.
Dunham’s Sports to Open First Store in New Mexico
The Michigan-based sporting goods retailer, is expected to open the Santa Fe store at the end of 2025, in a 60,000-square-foot space once occupied by the bankrupt Conn’s HomePlus.
KTB Increases Helly Hansen Outlook; Sees Brand Adding $50M to 2025 Cash Flow
Kontoor Brands, which agreed to acquire Helly Hansen in February, slightly lowered its sales outlook for the year as first-quarter sales missed Wall Street’s targets due to flat sales in its core denim business, comprising of Wrangler and Lee. The firm kept its EPS guidance although it expects a $50 million negative impact on operating income from recently enacted changes in tariffs not yet included in the updated guidance.
Duluth Trading Outlines Inducement Grant Agreement with New CEO
The company granted a total of 1,759,532 shares of Class B common stock to the new chief executive pursuant to the terms of the Inducement Stock Award Agreement and the Inducement Restricted Stock Award Agreement.
Boot Barn Holdings Removes “Interim” from John Hazen’s CEO Title
Hazen has served as the company’s interim CEO since November 2024. In October 2024, Boot Barn reported that then-CEO James Conroy was leaving the retailer to become CEO of Ross Stores.
NSSF: Adjusted NICS Background Checks Decline Again in April 2025
The 3.4 percent decline for the month continues a downward trend since October 2024, with the exception of a small bump in January 2025.
Hydro Flask and Osprey Parent Helen of Troy Sees CEO Exit; CFO Takes Reins
Helen of Troy Limited, the parent of Hydro Flask, and Osprey, said Noel Geoffroy has resigned as CEO and has departed, effective immediately. Brian Grass, chief financial officer, has been appointed interim CEO.
Winchester Ammo Expects Q2 Gain After Q1 Sales Dip on Commercial Ammo Decline
The segment’s decrease in sales was said to be primarily due to lower commercial ammunition sales, partially offset by higher military sales and military project revenue. The company expects Winchester’s Q2 results to improve sequentially.
Traeger Swings to Q1 Profit on Grill Growth; Sets Pricing Increase and Expense Cuts
In light of the uncertain demand environment and to promote balance sheet health, the company has significantly reduced purchase orders on grills and will reassess purchase plans with further sell-through data in the coming months.
