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Andy Tompkins of ASR

Andy Tompkins gives an ASR update

Today, Andy Tompkins answers questions about how ASR is being impacted by the economy and other issues. January…

News May 13, 2013
Malls suffer from sameness

Malls suffer from sameness too, researchers say

It appears the issue of "sameness" is a hot topic in all sectors of the retail and consumer…

News May 13, 2013
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Quiksilver and ESPN settle lawsuit over X Games issue

Here's the press release: NEW YORK & HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--ESPN, Inc. and Quiksilver, Inc. (NYSE: ZQK -…

News May 13, 2013
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ICRX Report: PacSun moving RVCA to all doors

"Rumors of our demise are greatly exaggerated," a hoarse Sally Frame Kasaks said to kick off Pacific Sunwear…

News May 13, 2013
The Podium Distribution booth mixed humor and business.

ASR Report: Smaller, but doing business

Here's a quick update on the scene at ASR. As expected, there are definitely fewer brands and retailers…

News May 13, 2013
PacSun CEO Sally Frame Kasaks. PacSun will no longer report monthly sales results.

January results for PacSun, Buckle, Urban Outfitters, Macy's and more

The numbers may look grim, but several retailers said January sales met expectations or were a little better…

News May 13, 2013
Fyasko designer John Fox and Mike Murphy

Fyasko growing with art-driven T's and more

I finally got a chance to meet some of the team behind Fyasko, a small, up-and-coming brand that…

News May 13, 2013
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Firewire not impacted by Perrin bankruptcy

News surfaced out of Australia this week that Matthew Perrin filed for bankruptcy. Perrin, a former Billabong CEO,…

News May 13, 2013
The Active warehouse in Mira Loma

Active closes five stores, more closures planned

Active Ride Shop, one of the industry's largest customers which embarked on a rapid expansion in the past…

News May 13, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series