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Ugg Finds Upside in Unintentional Scarcity Model with Twists on Classics

Ugg recorded a small decline in quarterly sales, but has some new styles that are resonating strongly. “There’s demand on the table and the consumer is hungry for them,” Deckers…

Executive Edition February 3, 2023
“Red Hot” Hoka Continues to Outperform

“Red Hot” Hoka Continues to Outperform

Sales of Hoka surged in the December quarter as parent Deckers Brands looks to maintain tight control of the running shoe company’s distribution. Hoka, which first hit $1 billion in…

News February 3, 2023
The Buckle Shows Gains, Bucking Current Retail Trends

The Buckle Shows Gains, Bucking Current Retail Trends

Industry customer The Buckle ended its fiscal year ended Jan. 28 with net sales of $1.3 billion, up 3.9% from the prior year. Same-store sales for the fiscal year rose…

News February 3, 2023
Fox Racing’s Quarterly Sales Soften

Fox Racing’s Quarterly Sales Soften

Vista Outdoor said part of the pressure for Fox Racing is coming from its sizable international business, which has been negatively impacted by exchange rates.

News February 3, 2023
Vista Outdoor Sales Fall on Macroeconomic Headwinds

Vista Outdoor Sales Fall on Macroeconomic Headwinds

Vista Outdoor’s interim CEO said the company’s seeing “positive signs” for its business, even as it faces macroeconomic headwinds impacting consumer spending and inventory levels. Gary McArthur, who was named…

News February 2, 2023
How Billabong is Marketing the Billabong Pro Pipeline

How Billabong is Marketing the Billabong Pro Pipeline

We speak with Billabong’s global marketing leaders Evan Slater and Stephanie Hendrickson to see how they are activating at the event and marketing it to the larger world this year.

News February 2, 2023
The Daily Interviews New Black Diamond President Neil Fiske

The Daily Interviews New Black Diamond President Neil Fiske

(This story was updated on 4/13/2023.) The parent company of Black Diamond Equipment announced Thursday that it has appointed Neil Fiske brand president. Fiske most recently served as CEO of…

News February 2, 2023
Vista Outdoor CEO Chris Metz Exits at Request of Board

Vista Outdoor CEO Chris Metz Exits at Request of Board

(This story was updated on 4/13/2023.) Vista Outdoor announced Thursday morning that CEO Chris Metz has stepped down after the board of directors lost confidence in his leadership. The company…

News February 2, 2023
Vista Outdoor CEO Out; Neil Fiske Named President of Black Diamond

Vista Outdoor CEO Out; Neil Fiske Named President of Black Diamond

Several executive changes unfolded in the outdoor world on Thursday.

News February 2, 2023
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Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series