Ironman Group Promotes Michelle Pepper to Managing Director of Oceania
In her new role, Pepper will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Oceania business for The Ironman Group, leading the four Oceania offices, Melbourne, Sydney and Noosa in Australia and Auckland in New Zealand, and the more than 80 full-time employees.
Canada Goose Relies on DTC in Fiscal Q1 as Wholesale Falls 41 Percent
Total revenue increased 4 percent year-over-year to CN$88.1 million in the fiscal first quarter, and posted 3 percent growth on a constant currency (CC) basis.
Gildan Activewear’s Q2 Sales Improve 3 Percent On Activewear Boost
Gildan Activewear, Inc. reported sales rose 3 percent in the second quarter as 6 percent growth in its activewear segment offset declines in hosiery and underwear due to the phase-out of its sock license with Under Armour. Adjusted diluted EPS rose 17 percent year-over-year.
Kontoor Brands Raises EPS Guidance On Q2 Beat
Kontoor Brands reported sales dipped 1 percent in the second quarter but adjusted earnings grew 27 percent to top expectations, prompting the parent of Wrangler and Lee to lift its EPS outlook for the year.
BOA, Primaloft and Lugano Lead Gains in CODI’s Branded Consumer Group
Compass Diversified (CODI) saw Q2 sales grow 11 percent on a pro-forma basis to $373.5 million in its Consumer Brands segment, led by gains by BOA, Primaloft and Lugano. The segment also includes 5.11 and Velocity Outdoor.
Sebago, Kappa Parent Sees Strong Double-Digit H1 Declines in Americas and Asia
The parent of the Sebago, Superga, Briko, Kappa, K-Way, Jesus Jeans, and Sabelt brands posted 2024 first half revenues of €173.9 million, a 3.4 percent decline compared to €180.0 million in H1 2023.
EXEC: Sportscape Executes Debt Refinancing
Houlihan Lokey served as the exclusive financing advisor to arrange, structure, and negotiate the debt raise for Sportscape, which closed on 23 July 2024.
Steve Madden Gets Apparel and Accessories Lift in Second Quarter
Second quarter revenue increased18 percent year-over-year and adjusted diluted EPS grew 23 percent compared to the Q2 period in 2023, said to be driven by “exceptional growth” in the accessories and apparel categories.
EXEC: Adidas CEO Sets N.A. Growth Focus on Being More American in America
Adidas Group reported underlying sales in North America increased 2 percent on a currency-neutral basis in Q2r and the region is expected to grow in the second half as well. CEO Bjørn Gulden said the focus has to be on being “more American in America” to further accelerate gains in the region.
Report: U.S. Consumer Confidence Shows Slight Uptick in July
Data released July 30, showed that The Conference Board’s gauge for July increased to 100.3 from a downwardly revised 97.8 in June. Based on consumers’ assessment of today’s business and labor market conditions, The Conference Board’s Present Situation Index declined to 133.6 from 135.3 last month.
EXEC: Nike Cuts Workforce but Doubles Down on Endorsement Deals
Employee headcount at Nike’s Beaverton HQ declined 6.1 percent to 10,700 at the close of the company’s fiscal year, which ended May 31, but endorsement deals due within a year surged 31 percent year-over-year.
EXEC: Big 5 SG Suspends Dividend as Q2 Comps Fall 10 Percent and Losses Widen
Second quarter results were said to be consistent with the retailer’s guidance range, as “customers continue to feel the ongoing and cumulative impact of inflationary pressures on their discretionary spending.”
JD Sports Warehouse Workers in England Face Job Cuts
“Around 200 workers” are impacted, as one staff member said that the consultation period should be concluded by September 6. JD Sports’ nearby distribution center in Rochdale (Kingsway), England, is not affected.
Rip-It Sports Hires First Chief Marketing Officer
Amy Craven was formerly the director of brand and global advertising for American Airlines. Her appointment follows Janelle Anderson’s recent naming as Rip-It Sports’ new CEO in April.
Vista Outdoor Cancels CSG Deal Vote Again; Will Look at Other Options
Adjourned its shareholder vote on the sale of the Kinetic Group, its ammunition business, to the Czechoslovak Group (CSG) to pursue a more extensive review of “strategic alternatives,” including a sale of its Revelyst outdoor products business and selling the company outright to MNC Capital.
