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Pacsun Plans to Open up to 35 New U.S. Stores by 2029

Pacsun has opened nine new stores in 2025, and already has signed nine leases for 2026.

News December 19, 2025
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Boardriders and Volcom Return to Hawaii Retail Market with New Strategic Partnerships

The strategy shifts away from the previous singular operating model under Liberated Brands and instead utilizes distinct partners…

News December 18, 2025
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L.L.Bean Shares Retail Expansion Plans for 2026 and 2027

Physical retail is "an essential part of our growth strategy," said L.L.Bean Chief Retail Officer Greg Elder.

News December 11, 2025
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Vans Opens Paris Flagship in Le Marais to Help Build Brand Heat

It is the only store in France that will carry the higher-end OTW by Vans product line and…

News December 10, 2025
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Outdoor Retailer to Debut Retailer Conference at 2026 Show

A new half-day conference at Outdoor Retailer, featuring hands-on workshops on AI, e-commerce and operational best practices, is…

News December 9, 2025
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Big News: Zumiez Says Skateboard Hardgoods Rebounding Globally

Plus, the company reported stellar third quarter financial results, including a double digit increase in North America comp…

Executive Edition December 5, 2025
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Tilly’s Achieves First Positive Comp Sales Since 2021; Plans to Ramp up Private Label Penetration

New strategies in marketing, merchandise and tech are driving the improvement. Learn more about the retailer's turnaround.

Executive Edition December 4, 2025
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Dick’s Sporting Goods Execs on Foot Locker Turnaround, 2026 Retail Growth

"The most misunderstood aspect of this is how simple this [Foot Locker] turnaround is — not that it’s…

News December 4, 2025
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Surf Specialty Retailers Share Black Friday Results, Category Trends

Proof Lab, Surfside Sports, Hansen's, Coastal Edge, Island Water Sports, Hi-Tech and Glik's report on Black Friday weekend…

Executive Edition December 2, 2025
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Black Friday: Outdoor Specialty Retailers Compete with Brand Discounts

Retailers shared mixed Black Friday results as they strove to make up for a slow start to November,…

Executive Edition December 2, 2025
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Urban Outfitters CEO on the Holiday Outlook: ‘Customers Waiting a Bit Longer This Year to Make Their Purchases’

After a strong Q3, the CEO of the retail group, which owns the Urban Outfitters, Anthropologie, and Free…

News November 26, 2025
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