The down-under retailer provided a trading update for the first 16 weeks of the new fiscal year in conjunction with its annual meeting, reporting total comps up 2.6%, with a 5% net sales gain, including Rebel Sport, BCF, Macpac, and the Supercheap Auto banner. Rebel comps were up 3.2% with +4% sales and accelerating momentum into Oct., as softness in soccer and basketball was offset by strength in sneakers. At BCF, an unsuccessful Father’s Day campaign combined with unfavorable New South Wales weather and South Australian algal blooms to keep comps ... Log in to view full article.