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Hollister's international plans

Hollister's international plans

A breakdown of Hollister stores by country, where the company is going next, and Hollister store opening plans for 2013. Plus, volume figures for stores opened in 2012.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Weekly retail sales moderate as back-to-school shopping kicks in

Press Release:   NEW YORK, July 17, 2012 – Even with the continuing warm weather, which helped to drive consumers indoors, weekly retail sales were moderate and remained positive for…

News May 13, 2013
Industry backs Naude bid, new CEO vows to protect brands

Industry backs Naude bid, new CEO vows to protect brands

Woolcott, Hurley, McKnight and others on Naude's bid, an interview with new CEO Launa Inman, a timeline of major Billabong changes, and an analyst rates Paul's chances.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
TPG makes new bid for Billabong

TPG makes new bid for Billabong

Private equity firm TPG is making another run at Billabong, offering a lower price per share than its previous bid, which was rejected before Billabong's latest problems.

News May 13, 2013
Vans a star for VF – details on Q4, 2012 and 2013 forecast

Vans a star for VF – details on Q4, 2012 and 2013 forecast

We listened to VF Corp's earnings call and have lots of details on how Vans and The North Face performed in Q4 and 2012, and forecasts and plans for 2013.…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

SIA releases 2012 Participation Report

Press Release:   6.9% of American Participate In Snow Sports and Burn 332 Million Calories   WASHINGTON, DC (July 27, 2012) - SnowSports Industries America (SIA) released the comprehensive 2012…

News May 13, 2013
New licensing partner helps rebuild DVS

New licensing partner helps rebuild DVS

DVS President Kevin Dunlap tells us about all the changes at DVS, and how Elan Polo is helping to build back the brand, including several key investments.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

K-Swiss Q2 loss narrows, revenues decline 31%

Press Release:   WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--K•Swiss Inc. (KSWS) today announced results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2012. The operations of FORM Athletics are accounted for as a…

News May 13, 2013
Vans Q1 results by region, apparel, LXVI update, more

Vans Q1 results by region, apparel, LXVI update, more

We listened to VF's earnings call this morning and have lots of details about Q1 results for Vans, The North Face, Timberland and even a bit about Reef.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series