Puma sales weak in U.S. in third quarter

<p>Footwear maker Puma said today that net income declined 23.6% to Euro 67.9 million for the third quarter. The decline included the impact of restructuring charges.</p> <p>Total sales fell 5.5% to Euro 673 million. In constant currency, sales fell 6.3%.</p> <p>Business in the U.S. was hit hard, with sales down 11.3% to Euro 129.5 million.</p> <p>The European region reported a 3.1% decline to Euro 366.4 million.</p> <p>Asia/Pacific reported an 8.3% fall in sales.</p> <p>Footwear: down 13% to Euro 358.7 million</p> <p>Apparel: down 5.2% to Euro 238.1 million</p>