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Hoka is Hot – But Is It Too Hot?

Editor’s note: The CEO of Deckers Brands commented on Hoka’s wholesale strategy during an earnings conference call last…

News May 28, 2024
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Hoka’s Growth Accelerates On Robust Full-Price Selling

Related story: Hoka Is Hot – But Is It Too Hot? Powered by increasing brand awareness, its rabid…

Executive Edition May 24, 2024
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Amer Sports CEO Comments on Shift to DTC Model 

Amer Sports, the parent company of Arc’teryx, Salomon, Atomic, Wilson, and other brands, filed its first annual report…

News April 11, 2024
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Outdoor Industry Participation Still Up Despite Retailer Struggles

Despite a challenging outdoor business market, the industry has seen more casual participants than ever, and many people…

News March 25, 2024
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On Running Continues Meteoric Rise

Red-hot shoe brand On Running, which has become an important brand for outdoor retailers, posted revenue of 1.8…

News March 18, 2024
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10 Product Highlights from OMA Media Show

From headlamps and water purifiers to backpacks and car storage systems, outdoor brands had a wide variety of…

News February 26, 2024
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Oboz Sales Down On Tough Prior-Year Comp, Market Conditions

Oboz parent KMD Brands announced Oboz’ sales dropped in the first half of the fiscal year on weak…

News February 20, 2024
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La Sportiva Takes Aim at U.S. Market with Colorado Store

La Sportiva’s new branded retail store is in a prime location in one of America’s iconic outdoorsy cities,…

News February 13, 2024
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VF Reports ‘Disappointing’ Quarter; Strategic Review of Portfolio Underway

VF Corp CEO Bracken Darrell announced a strategic review of VF’s brand portfolio as the next step in…

News February 7, 2024
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Sorel 2024 Revenue Expected to Fall Double Digits

Industry footwear brand Sorel, owned by Columbia Sportswear, is experiencing weak sell through this season, which is weighing…

News February 6, 2024
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Deckers CEO to Retire; Momentum Continues for Ugg, Hoka

Long-time Deckers Brands President and CEO Dave Powers will retire in August, leaving the company with two core…

News February 2, 2024
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