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UGG's expanded styles
Deckers Outdoor Corporation has talked frequently about expanding UGG into winter boots and more fashion styles. We took photos of new UGG offerings for next fall and winter.
News May 13, 2013
Retail sales dropped in Europe, Australia
Ahead of U.S. same-store sales reports on Thursday, I looked at the most recent retail trade reports for the European Union, some member nations, the U.K. and Australia. The story…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
SIMA announces Waterman honorees
Press Release: Â ALISO VIEJO, Calif. (April 12, 2012) - The Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) will honor big wave surfer Shane Dorian as Waterman of the Year, world renowned…
News May 13, 2013
Zumiez bids for Active Ride Shop; outlines big plans for chain
Active Ride Shop wants to sell substantially all of its assets to a wholly owned subsidiary of Zumiez, Inc. called Active Acquisition, Inc., according to court records. Zumiez CFO Trevor…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Thalia Surf Shop hosts Vans x Rit launch party
Press Release:  Vans x Rit Dye Boardshort Launch Party at Vans by Thalia Surf Shop  In celebration of DIY creativity, Vans launched the Vans x Rit boardshort collaboration…
News May 13, 2013
Executive Comp: A closer look at CEO perks
In part III of our executive compensation series, we take a closer look at executive perks, including some surprisingly extensive benefits for some executives, including the CEOs of Timberland (owner…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Puma profits hurt by Europe slowdown
Press Release:  Highlights First Quarter 2012  Consolidated sales increase by 6.1% to € 820.9 million. Gross profit margin falls by 120 basis points to 51.2%. EBIT decline by…
News May 13, 2013Back-to-school report: overall sales trends at action sports retailers
Editor's note: This week, we talk with action sports retailers around the country about back-to-school sales trends and strategies. Look for more coverage Tuesday and Wednesday from important industry retailers.…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Dragon acquired – interview with CEO Will Howard
Dragon announced today that it is being acquired by Marchon, one of the largest eyewear companies in the world. We spoke with Will about the deal and what it means…
News May 13, 2013
