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Bob McKnight: The manufacturer’s view

Bob McKnight: The manufacturer’s view

Bob and I talked about this issue, among others, as part of a larger interview. I think it provides some insight into Quiksilver's approach and reasoning behind its retail strategy:…

News May 13, 2013
Holiday outlook: Beach Bums

Holiday outlook: Beach Bums

The mood seems uncertain as the holiday shopping season gets underway. The stock market's erratic, the housing market has slowed, gas prices are soaring. So I asked asked a few…

News May 13, 2013
Quiksilver has deal to sell Rossignol

Quiksilver has deal to sell Rossignol

Quiksilver announced today that it is selling its Rossignol Group for 100 million Euros, or $147.3 million at current exchange rates, to a company headed by a former Rossignol CEO.…

News May 13, 2013
DC “star” of Quiksilver results; Hardgoods continue to dampen earnings; stock falls

DC “star” of Quiksilver results; Hardgoods continue to dampen earnings; stock falls

Quiksilver hosted an information-packed conference call for investors today. Here are the highlights: The basics Fourth quarter revenues increased 6 percent to $779.2 million. Fourth quarter net income - excluding…

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