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Global retail sales show some improvement
After U.S. retailers reported May comps last week that were generally a return to downward trending, we wanted to see how the rest of the world was performing. Today, we…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013The Buckle reports Q4 and full year financial results
Press Release: Â KEARNEY, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Buckle, Inc. (NYSE: BKE - News) announced today that net income for the fiscal quarter ended January 28, 2012 was $56.1 million, or…
News May 13, 2013
Store tour: Three industry brands prominent at Zebra Club, but only a few crack Seattle Nordstrom; many brands found at a Canadian mall
By TIFFANY MONTGOMERY Industry brands fill the young men's section of Nordstrom stores in Southern California. But it's a very different story in the Northwest. I was surprised to see…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Warm winter leads to layoffs at Columbia
The warm winter season and challenges in Europe has begun impacting headcounts at Columbia Sportswear. A story in the Oregonian outlines how many jobs are being cut.
News May 13, 2013
New Vans President on his plans for apparel, the future for Vans Girls and gaining market share in a recession
I had a nice long talk with new Vans President Kevin Bailey recently, where we discussed Vans' opportunities for growth, how the team is updating its business strategy, his plans…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Cousteau on the power of the ocean
To get ready for Surf Summit, we asked famous ocean explorer Jean-Michel Cousteau some questions about himself, his work and his love of the ocean.
News May 13, 2013
State of skate shoes – Sole Technology
Sole Technology Vice President of Sales Rick Strassner and Senior Vice President of Marketing Don Brown discuss price points, growth, distribution and the recession. The company's skate brands are Etnies,…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Outside investor joins PacSun board
The private investors that have amassed a large stake in PacSun have landed a seat on the company’s board of directors.
News May 13, 2013
686 president on sales trends, the challenges of snow and intriguing alliances
This week, we are checking in with snow companies as the season gets underway. Recently I spent some time with Mike West, the founder and president of snowboard outerwear company…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
