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Dick’s-Foot Locker Merger Driven by Nike’s Renewed Wholesale Focus, Says Dick’s Chairman

Dick’s announced plans Thursday to acquire Foot Locker’s global 2,400-store footprint in a deal valued at $2.5 billion.

Natural Selection, X Games and Snow League Are Leading an Action Sports Event Boom – Why Now?

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Keen COO Talks Tariff Pricing, Zero China Exposure, and More

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Helly Hansen Plans Outlined by Soon-To-Be Owner Kontoor

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Columbia Plans to Take Share During Tariff Turmoil, Will Hold 2025 Prices Steady

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Vibram Doubles U.S. Business Post-COVID by Blending Function with Fashion

The Italian sole maker was at Paris Fashion Week this year, but Vibram isn't departing from its outdoor roots, says North America President and Global Chief Brand Officer Fabrizio Gamberini.

News April 7, 2025

“There’s No Way This Can Last”: Surf and Outdoor Industry on New Tariffs

From price increases to cost-cutting, leaders at Vissla, Eagle Creek, La Jolla Group, and more grapple with how to respond to increased tariffs on U.S. imports

News April 4, 2025

Updated: Economic and Retail Experts Warn Tariffs Could Slow Sales Growth in 2025

Companies, trade groups, and economists react to the new Trump administration tariffs announced Wednesday, including how they could impact retail sales and consumer spending.

News April 3, 2025

The Evolution of Journeys Under New President Andy Gray

In an interview with SESO, Gray describes how the large footwear account is evolving its merchandising, approach to brands, and layout of stores. So far, the new Journeys strategy appears…

Executive Edition April 2, 2025

Outdoor Retailer Shares Program for Industry Day

Leaders from Google, Salomon, Cotopaxi, Salomon, Orvis, and more will discuss rapidly changing trade policy, new technologies, and marketing trends at the half-day conference in June.

News April 1, 2025

On Running Co-CEO Marc Maurer to Step Down

Co-CEO and CFO Martin Hoffmann will become sole CEO and On will find a new CFO. Four hires from Spotify, Specialized, Axel Springer, and Levi Strauss will bolster the executive…

News April 1, 2025