Daily News Feed 08/15/2025 Vulcabras Boosted by Under Armour, Mizuno
Net income jumped 153% to BRL 353,277,000 ($62.3 mm) in the second quarter from BRL 139,713,000 on sales that improved 18% to BRL 894,811,000 ($157.8 mm) from BRL 761,003,000. Bike Makers Merida and Ideal Face Tough Q2
Taiwan’s second-largest bicycle manufacturer, Merida Industry, saw net income attributable to shareholders plummet 40% to TWD 394.0 million ($12.9 mm) from TWD 655.5 million in the second quarter on 25% lower sales of TWD 7,004.6 million ($228.9 mm) from TWD 9,322.7 million. Etcetera: Caleres, Vans, Primary Arms
08/14/2025 Birkenstock Sees Wholesale and Closed-Toe Styles Drive FQ3
Net income jumped 73% to €129,228,000 ($138.0 mm) from €74,640,000 in the fiscal third quarter ended June 30 on a 12% revenue gain (+16% CC) to €635,042,000 ($711.2 mm) over €564,758,000. Misto Profits Improve after Fila U.S. Cuts
The Fila and Acushnet parent’s net income jumped 54% in the second quarter to KRW 85,822 million ($61 mm) from KRW 56,001 million, as consolidated revenues grew by 5% to KRW 1,227,714 million ($876.1 mm) from KRW 1,175,289 million, a 2% constant currency increase. GrabAGun Firearms Sales Grow Double Digits
Newly public firearms e-tailer GrabAGun Digital Holdings reported 28% lower Q2 net income of $630,000 against $880,000, on a 4% revenue improvement to $21,228,000 up from $20,391,000. Newton Golf’s New Shafts Drive Sales
The golf club and component maker’s net loss expanded to $1,520,000 from a loss of $1,155,000 in the second quarter, on 154% revenue growth to $2,068,000 from $813,000. Perfect Moment Lays Foundation for Growth
The luxury skiwear brand grew revenues 51% in the seasonally small second quarter to $1,472,000 from $974,000, but net loss grew 17% to $3,978,000 against a loss of $3,388,000. Adidas Inks a Multi-Year Deal with University of Tennessee
The Vols announced they are ditching the Swoosh and will wear the Three Stripes for the second time in history, starting in 2026/2027, in a 10-year deal believed to be worth over $100 million. PowerBlock Wins Federal Circuit Appeal
PowerBlock Holdings sees the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit reverse a partial dismissal by the UT district court in its suit against iFit Health & Fitness for infringing on an adjustable dumbbell design. Etcetera: Under Armour, True Spec Golf
08/13/2025 Gildan Will Pay $2.2 Billion for Hanesbrands
Tuesday’s rumors of Gildan’s first big move since its protracted proxy battle were confirmed Wednesday morning when the activewear manufacturer announced it has agreed to buy Hanesbrands for $2.2 billion in cash and stock. Asics Lifts Guidance after Record Quarter
The Japanese sportswear brand continued its momentum in the second quarter, growing sales 16% to ¥194,485 million ($1,346.0 mm) from ¥168,097 million, and net income by 42% to ¥21,959 million ($152.0 mm) from ¥15,482 million. Brooks Running Firing on All Cylinders in Q2
The Berkshire Hathaway-owned running company said revenues were up 19% to a new record, powered by at least double-digit growth in every region and channel, including a 13% improvement in North America. Helen of Troy Taps Nike Vet as New CEO
The Hydro Flask and Osprey Pack parent appointed G. Scott Uzzell as its new CEO, effective Sep. 1, succeeding Brian Grass, the company’s CFO, who has been serving as interim CEO. Nike Sues Former Partner over Past Due Bill
The Eager Beavertons filed suit in Cen. CA district court against fashion and lifestyle retailer Juice Los Angeles, and its owner, Edison Chen, who also created the streetwear brand CLOT. Balanced Body Wins Exclusion Orders
The Pilates brand’s complaint last year and subsequent section 337 investigation by the International Trade Commission has resulted in an exclusion order prohibiting the import of exercise equipment that infringes on its patents. Etcetera: Amazfit, Db, Johnnie-O
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