Rip Curl and Oboz parent company KMD’s stock price has taken a downturn in the past 52 weeks, losing approximately 46% to 50% of its value across both the New Zealand and Australian stock exchanges. The company’s stock price took another hit on Monday after the Goldman Sachs news.
A trade court mandate has potentially cleared the way for substantial refunds, though the path from legal victory to actual payment remains complicated. However, the U.S. Customs and Border Protection said in a court filing Friday that it is preparing to build out the infrastructure needed to process refunds.
Going forward, a portion of the Oakley rep force will be aligned to specific endemic channels, with surf, snow and golf serving as a major focus in key states.
Salty Crew, the surf, fish, and dive apparel brand Globe acquired that has developed into one of its key global growth vehicles, posted gains during the July–December 2025 period.
Thread Wallets CEO Colby Bauer and Chief Brand Officer Trevor Reese shared new products, revenue targets, and the brand’s strategy for responsible growth at Surf Expo.
The initiative redirected online shoppers to independent skate retailers instead, while the brands’ team riders, distributors, sales representatives, and staff visited local shops in person across multiple time zones.
One of the hottest brands in the surf market has named new sales leaders to chart the next chapter of the men’s and women’s brand.
The well-known industry sales leader and general manager is departing Seager, the up-and-coming Western surf brand. He shares with SESO what’s next. Â
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Paskowitz brings decades of industry experience and deep-rooted connections across the surf and skate retail landscape.
The new role is designed to expand opportunities for show exhibitors and other companies across the coastal lifestyle, surf, gift, and active outdoor space.
One of the top-performing men’s swim brands over the past several years is moving into women’s swim, and Dick’s Sporting Goods is the initial wholesale partner for the launch.
