Daily News Feed 05/08/2025 Puma Reports Flat Q1 Sales, Progress on Cost Cuts
The Big Cat maintained its FY25 outlook, excluding any potential impacts from U.S. tariffs, in reporting Q1 net income just above breakeven at €0.5 million, down from €87.3 million, on revenues that were off 1% on a reported basis to €2,076.0 million ($2,185.3 mm) from €2,102.3 million. Acushnet Prepares for Tariff Impacts
First quarter net income benefited from a $20.9 million non-cash gain on the FootJoy golf shoe Vietnam joint venture, increasing 13% to $99,372,000 from $87,762,000, on 1% lower revenues of $703,372,000 against $707,554,000 that would have been up 1% constant currency. Crocs Plans Contingency for Pivot Out of China
The molded footwear maker suspended guidance amidst tariff uncertainty, reporting good trends continuing in April out of Q1 but declining to predict how long positive consumer demand will hold up or the finer points of tariff impact. Vulcabras Posts Strong Start in Q1
Net income improved 20% to BRL 106,065,000 ($18.0 mm) from BRL 88,762,000 in the first quarter as revenue increased 18% to BRL 701,194,000 ($119.2 mm) from BRL 597,267,000 on growth from Olympikus, Mizuno, and Under Armour. Wolverine Worldwide Returns to the Black
Net income was $11.1 million in the first quarter against a loss of $14.5 million last year that included a $6.1 million impairment charge, as growth from Saucony and Merrell pushed revenue 4% higher to $412.3 million from $394.9 million, exceeding guidance on the top- and bottom-lines. Thermore Introduces Innovative Fiber
The Italian insulation maker launched Ecodown Fibers Sync, a free fiber that fuses dual-performance, softness, and resilience. Yeti Cuts Guidance on Tariff Headwinds
The drinkware and cooler brand is still predicting green arrows in its FY ‘25 guidance, though optimism is tempered from its prior forecast due to tariff uncertainty, now expecting adjusted sales up 1% to 4%, downgraded from 5% to 7% on a 300 b.p. headwind from supply disruptions and diversification efforts. Etcetera: Rossignol, Fleet Feet, ZeroTech Optics, Skechers
Peloton Banking on Higher Subscriptions to Lift FY Sales, Margins
The connected fitness company reported lower quarterly sales and another loss amid a general slowdown in consumer spending and economic uncertainty fueled by potential tariffs.
Parent Canadian Tire’s sporting goods banners came back strong in the first quarter, with 6% higher revenues of C$412.3 million ($288.3 mm) up from $387.7 million, including a +6.3% comp and one fewer store. Fox Factory Reaffirms Guidance Despite Tariffs
A $262.1 million non-cash goodwill impairment charge sullied an otherwise decent first quarter, resulting in a net loss of $259,694,000 against a loss of $3,496,000 last year, on 6% higher revenues of $355,030,000 up from $333,472,000. Clarus Will Sell Pieps after Tough First Quarter
Net loss in the first quarter was $5,244,000 against a $21,884,000 profit last year that including a $28.3 million from the since divested ammo business, as revenues from continuing operations declined 13% to $60,433,000 from $69,311,000. Allbirds Reports a Smaller Quarterly Loss on Lower Sales
Despite the Q1 results, senior management said the company is confident about BIRD’s long-term trajectory due to its marketing and product development work over the last year. Hanesbrands Activewear Grows Mid-Single Digits
Without Champion on the books, HBI no longer breaks out activewear sales, which represent a smaller fraction of the overall top line, but improved mid-single digits in the first quarter. Technogym Sales Up Double-Digits in Q1
The Italian fitness equipment specialist’s consolidated revenues improved 15% in the first quarter to €215.0 million ($226.3 mm), buoyed by growth in both B2B (commercial) and B2C (home) segments. Super Retail Group Comps Improve
Rebel Sport’s same store sales increased 4% for the 17-week period ending Apr. 30, while SRG’s outdoor banners BCF and Macpac comped up 9%, and were flat, respectively, driven by positive momentum at BCF. Nike Settles with Counterfeit Seller
The Eager Beavertons and social media influencer Eben Fox (a.k.a. Cedaz) have reached a deal to settle a 2023 trademark infringement suit that accused the defendant of peddling counterfeit goods to tens of thousands of users.
Igloo is recalling about 155,900 90-quart Flip & Tow rolling coolers because the tow handle can pinch consumers’ fingertips against the cooler body. Etcetera: True Spec Golf, Mountain Hardwear, Superfeet, Versa Gripps, Eastside Golf
05/06/2025 Nike Flattens Senior Leadership in Major Shake-Up
The Eager Beavertons made a number of changes to top leadership, giving CEO Elliott Hill more direct control over marketing, product, and the Nike brand, aiming to accelerate the company’s “Win Now” turnaround strategy. Kontoor Brands Aims to Turbocharge Helly-Hansen
While crediting Canadian Tire for its stewardship of the 148-year-old sailing and outdoor apparel company, Kontoor Brands’ chief Scott Baxter sees rapid expansion and better profitability for Helly under the jeanswear maker’s umbrella.
Outdoor footwear brand Lowa Sportschuhe GmbH’s revenues increased 2% last year to €233.9 million ($246.2 mm) on strength in kids, winter footwear, and trail running.
Weyco’s rain and outdoor footwear brand contracted 5% to begin the year, lapping last year’s highly promotional cadence, which especially affected DTC e-commerce sales. Dick’s SG Takes Minority Stake in Unrivaled Sports
DSG Ventures led a $120 million investment round in the youth sports operator, joining existing backer The Chernin Group along with Dynasty Equity, LionTree, and Miller Sports & Entertainment.
The Italian luxury sneaker brand is issuing €480 million of senior secured notes due 2031 to repay existing €480 million senior secured notes due 2027 and pay shareholders a €100 million dividend. Branwyn Promotes Two to C-Suite
The women’s sustainable performance innerwear maker promoted its president, Deanne Buck, to CEO, succeeding outgoing Jeff Shafer as he and co-founder Lauren Shafer transition into advisory roles. Etcetera: Reebok, Kane Footwear, Solo Brands, S&S Activewear, Cascade Designs, Rab, Speedo
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