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Katin Plays the Long Game to Double-Digit Growth

The brand’s leaders talk about their product-driven strategy and if they think Katin will benefit from the coming…

News August 24, 2023
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Hot-Selling Goodr Sunglasses Targets Outdoor Market

Draw a Venn diagram of affordability, fashion, and functionality, and goodr sunglasses would sit dead center. The Inglewood,…

News August 23, 2023
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Urban Outfitters: Apparel Turns Corner, More Work Ahead to Improve Business

The Urban Outfitters banner recorded a 14.1% decline in same-store net retail sales, despite improvements in its men’s…

Executive Edition August 23, 2023
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Macy’s Sees More Credit Card Delinquencies, Pressure on Active and Casual

The retailer’s second quarter results indicate worsening conditions for consumer discretionary spending.

Executive Edition August 23, 2023
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Dick’s Lays Off 250 Workers, Cites Theft for Q2 Profit Drop

On a conference call with investors, Dick’s said sales met expectations and executives also commented on the outdoor…

Executive Edition August 23, 2023
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Hi-Tech Surf Sports Owner Kim Ball on Maui Devastation

The devastating fires in Maui have impacted thousands of people, including Kim Ball, the owner of Hi-Tech Surf…

News August 22, 2023
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Dick’s Lays Off 250 Workers, Cites Theft for Q2 Profit Drop

After a second quarter where profitability fell short, Dick’s Sporting Goods announced a business optimization program that involved…

News August 22, 2023
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Hi-Tech Surf Sports Owner Kim Ball on Maui Devastation

Kim Ball and his family, who are long time residents of Lahaina, lost three homes in the blaze.…

News August 22, 2023
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Nearly All Major Surf Brands Attending Surf Expo – Liberated Plants Flag

Nearly every surf brand is turning out for Surf Expo, and it appears that Liberated Brands is making…

News August 21, 2023
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