Rebounding from its Q3 struggles, COLM’s net income improved 10% in the final quarter to $102,557,000 from $93,340,000 on 3% higher sales of $1,096,587,000 against $1,059,994,000, pulled up by international strength that more than offset tepid North American demand. Wholesale grew 7% to $459.9 million, and direct-to-consumer inched up 1% to $636.7 million. Columbia brand revenues increased 6% to $945.4 million, and Mountain Hardwear tallied a 5% improvement to $31.0 million, but Sorel fell 16% to $97.7 million, and prAna was down 2% to $22.4 million. Apparel, accessories and equipment was ... Log in to view full article.