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Details about Q4 core store margins
Cary Allington of ActionWatch sent me some interesting information detailing the hit to apparel margins at core stores in the fourth quarter of 2008 compared to the same period last…
News May 13, 2013
Chick's stores to be converted in Q2
Dick's Sporting Goods said today it will close two Chick's stores and covert the remaining 12 to Dick's locations in the second quarter. The company made the announcement in its…
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Highlights from the SIMA/BRA Boot Camp
The Surf Industry Manufacturers Association and the Board Retailers Association teamed up for an industry Boot Camp in Huntington Beach Thursday.
News May 13, 2013
Boutiques sign up for Quiksilver's Limited Collection
After seeing Quiksilver's Limited Collection at Fred Segal on Melrose recently, I headed to Quiksilver headquarters to find out more about the line. I met with Steve Fontes, Quiksilver's design…
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Top Zumiez executives take salary hit in 2008
Zumiez filed its proxy yesterday and I was intrigued by how the growing retailer pays its top executives. First, because the company struggled last year, like many other retailers, none…
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New IASC board members and officers elected
From International Association of Skateboard Companies Executive Director John Bernards. The Board of Directors have elected the following officers of the association for 2009:Don Brown - Chairman of the BoardGlenn…
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John Wilson leaves Reef
Reef President John Wilson is leaving the company. Here is the announcement that was sent to employees today. Steve Murray, Vans president and head of VF's action sports group, shared…
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PacSun moving away from swimwear and board shorts
PacSun will carry less swimwear, shorts and boardshorts in favor of its private label denim, fashion tops and printed Ts from young brands, PacSun CEO Sally Frame Kasaks told analysts…
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May a difficult month for U.S. retailers, with some exceptions
May was not a stellar month for many U.S. retailers, though industry customer The Buckle and inexpensive teen retailer Aeropostale continue to post strong numbers. Here are some results for…
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