Private label and in-house brands aren’t a new concept. However, in a changing market and following a disappointing 2023 during which promotions pummeled specialty and some brands made questionable distribution decisions, pushing private label to the fore seemed a smart choice in regaining control. A look at this week’s list of the largest core surf specialty shops confirms that, with many retailers listing their own brands among the top sellers at their stores.
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