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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
Foot Locker CEO's interesting comments on CCS

Foot Locker CEO's interesting comments on CCS

Foot Locker CEO Ken Hicks comments on the performance of important skate retailer CCS in Q3 and about the CCS business overall.

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
Nike comments on Hurley and Converse Q2 performance

Nike comments on Hurley and Converse Q2 performance

Nike executives gave a few details about the performance of Hurley and Converse in the quarter ended Nov. 30.

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
Volcom, Electric's 2012 revenues, performance, plans

Volcom, Electric's 2012 revenues, performance, plans

PPR reported details about Volcom and Electric's performance in 2012, including revenues, margins, an assessment of the action sports sunglass market, 2013 plans, more.

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
PacSun: Emerging brands, footwear driving growth

PacSun: Emerging brands, footwear driving growth

A report on PacSun's earnings call this afternoon including some bright spots in 2012 results. Plus, details on the "profound" brand mix shift in men's, new women's brands.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

G-III Apparel acquires Vilebrequin for $106.2 million

Editor's note: Luxury men's swim brand Vilebrequin had sales in 2011 of $55.9 million   Press release:   G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. Acquires Global Luxury Resort Brand Vilebrequin   --…

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