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Moody’s Cuts VF Corp.’s Unsecured Debt Rating

Moody’s Cuts VF Corp.’s Unsecured Debt Rating

Challenges facing the Vans business and inventory right-sizing at Dickies, among other factors, are contributing to a high debt to EBTIDA ratio, prompting the ratings agency revision.

News February 21, 2023
Innovation Award Winner GOES Puts a Wilderness Doctor In The Palm of Your Hand

Innovation Award Winner GOES Puts a Wilderness Doctor In The Palm of Your Hand

Last year a woman in her late 20s was on mile 700 while hiking the Pacific Crest Trail when she developed a mysterious pain in her abdomen. She hiked to…

News February 17, 2023
Supreme’s Latest Move Under VF: Sunset Boulevard Store

Supreme’s Latest Move Under VF: Sunset Boulevard Store

The streetwear brand has moved from its long-time home on Fairfax Boulevard into the expanded space, continuing measured expansion under its parent.

News February 17, 2023

Hey Dude Revenue Jumps 70% in 2022

Details about how parent company Crocs, Inc. is ramping up marketing, adding a significant number of employees, and expanding the product line to fuel Hey Dude's continued growth.

Executive Edition February 16, 2023
Helly Hansen Revenue Up 20.6% in Q4

Helly Hansen Revenue Up 20.6% in Q4

Oslo, Norway-based skiing, sailing and outdoor clothing company Helly Hansen reported a 20.6% revenue increase in the fourth quarter of 2022 compared to the same period last year. In its…

News February 16, 2023
Canadian Retailer SportChek Down 1.7% in Q4

Canadian Retailer SportChek Down 1.7% in Q4

Canadian sporting goods retailer SportChek ended the fourth quarter of 2022 with revenue down 1.7%. SportChek is a major Canadian retailer of sport clothing and sports equipment, including skiing, camping…

News February 16, 2023
Bass Pro Shops to Open Three New Stores

Bass Pro Shops to Open Three New Stores

(This story was updated on 7/21/2023.) Bass Pro Shops is opening three retail stores across the country. The Springfield, Mo.-based company announced new locations in Spring, Texas; Clifton Park, New…

News February 15, 2023
New Paddlesports Trade Group Forms

New Paddlesports Trade Group Forms

Industry leaders in the paddlesports market have formed a new national trade organization. Representatives from 30 paddlesports brands and manufacturers gathered in Bentonville, Ark. to organize the Paddlesports Trade Coalition.…

News February 15, 2023
Innovation Award Winner Paka Grabs Attention with PAKAFILL – and its Alpacas

Innovation Award Winner Paka Grabs Attention with PAKAFILL – and its Alpacas

In 2016, Kris Cody was traveling through Peru and became fascinated by alpaca fiber, which he describes as softer than cashmere, warmer than wool, moisture-wicking, and hypoallergenic. A year later,…

News February 15, 2023
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series