Sales at Sumitomo Rubber’s sports division increased 16% in the first half to ¥43,796 million ($401.4 mm) from ¥37,894 million driven by surging golf equipment sales, boosting operating income 67% to ¥4,164 million ($38.2mm) from ¥2,494 million. The new XXIO 10 golf clubs contributed to sales in the home Japan market, but tennis lagged. International sales also benefitted from ... Log in to view full article.