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Daily News Feed 02/05/2026 Peloton Cuts Loss but New Model Sales Fall Short
Net loss narrowed 58% to $38.8 million from a loss of $92.0 million for FQ2 ended Dec. 31, as revenue was off 3% to $656.5 million from $673.9 million on cooler-than-expected sales of the newly launched Cross Training line, dampening other strides in turnaround plans. Canada Goose Plans Focus on Profits Next Year
Net income ticked down 4% to C$138.0 million ($189.0 mm) from C$143.6 million as revenue posted a 14% (+13% CC) gain to C$694.5 million ($951.4 mm) over C$607.9 million for the fiscal third quarter ended Dec. 28. Brooks Running Finishes 2025 Strong
Revenue increased 16% for the year, the Berkshire Hathaway-owned brand revealed, including 13% growth in North America, a 22% improvement in EMEA, and 66% gains in APLA, powered by China, which soared 245%. REI Members Approve Board, but Union Troubles Continue
The outdoor co-op’s membership approved all three candidates for its board of directors at the 2026 annual member meeting held today, a vote of confidence for CEO Mary Beth Laughton at the end of her first year on the job.
Sales at the Swedish outdoor company’s brands division, which includes Fjällräven, Royal Robbins, Brunton, and other brands, grew 40% in the final quarter to €64.0 million ($71.9 mm). Americas sales increased 34% to €28.5 million, while sales in most other regions also improved. Goldwin Profit Sinks on Flattish Sales
Net income at the owner of The North Face, Helly-Hansen, Canterbury, and other brands for Japan dipped 14% in the third quarter ended Dec. 31 to ¥8,453 million ($56.5 mm) from ¥9,830 million, as sales inched up 1% to ¥43,883 million ($293.2 mm) from ¥43,466 million in the company’s largest quarter seasonally. Payntr Golf Scores New Investment
The golf footwear brand received an unspecified investment from holding company 8AM Golf, which has taken an equity stake in Payntr. JetBlack Wins Injunction against Wahoo
JetBlack, the Australian cycling brand, sees a GA district court grant its motion for a preliminary injunction against Wahoo Fitness, and has ordered Wahoo to withdraw its complaint with the International Trade Commission. Shimano Crankset Settlement Approved
Shimano received final court approval on a class action settlement reached last summer regarding defective bonded Hollowtech II road cranksets, of which the company has sold more than 2.8 million worldwide. Etcetera: Sturm, Ruger, Korth Group
02/04/2026 Unifi Cuts Loss, Sees Better Times Ahead
Net loss narrowed 15% to $9,706,000 from a loss of $11,392,000 for the fiscal second quarter ended Dec. 28, as sales declined 13% to $121,368,000 from $138,880,000, with demand for all categories hurt by tariffs and macro uncertainties. Next Level Apparel Scores Upgrade, but Outlook is Negative
S&P Global revised its view of Next Level parent, YS Garments, after cutting it to D last week, raising its issuer credit rating and rating on its first-lien debt to CCC, but with a negative outlook. Anta Sets Date for U.S. Flagship Opening
Anta Sports will open its first U.S. store in Beverly Hills on Feb. 13, serving as the foundation for future brand expansion, partnerships, and consumer engagement nationwide.
The 37-year-old, 17-door women-focused athletic and outdoor retailer is rebranding to better align with its core demographic in outdoor adventure and performance apparel. NICS Checks Slip in January, while NFA Checks Double
NSSF’s adjusted NICS checks fell 0.7% to 1,198,879 to start 2026 compared to 1,207,557 a year ago, but NFA checks increased 121.2% to 206,871 in what the trade association is calling “the year of the suppressor.” Nike Faces EEOC Inquiry over Reverse Discrimination
The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission filed a motion in MO federal court seeking enforcement of a subpoena for information regarding Nike’s alleged race-based workforce representation quotas. Under Armour Sees More Suits over Data Breach
Under Dog was hit with another proposed class action in MD district court, accusing it of failing to adequately protect private information in a Nov. cyberattack.
02/03/2026 Columbia’s Accelerate Sees Early Traction
Net income slipped 9% in the seasonally important final quarter to $93,167,000 from $102,557,000 as sales inched down 2% to $1,070,228,000 from $1,096,587,000 and declined 3% constant currency. Big Rock Sports will Liquidate, Owing Outdoor Companies Millions
The Morehead City, NC-based outdoor, hunting, and fishing distributor said it expects little recovery for creditors after asset sales are completed, in a Ch. 7 filing in E. NC U.S. Bankruptcy Court.
The 50% levy on India is headed for a major reduction, according to social media posts from Pres. Trump and Indian PM Modi, in an agreement to cut Russian oil imports in exchange for lowering the reciprocal rate to 18% from 25% and removing the additional punitive 25% rate.
The Eager Beavertons are bringing back their All Conditions Gear sub-brand, with a sharp focus on trail running, hiking, and exploration, with a new line of trail-tuned footwear and outdoor apparel. Caleres Appoints New York Brand Chief
The Famous Footwear parent tapped 30-year luxury, fashion, and retail veteran Kristen Sosa as division president of its brand portfolio for New York brands, where she’ll be responsible for overseeing Stuart Weitzman, Allen Edmonds, Franco Sarto, Vince, Veronica Beard, and Favorite Daughter. Golf Participation Continues to Rise, NGF Reports
Green-grass golf participation surpassed 29 million in 2025, marking an eighth consecutive year of growth, and a net increase of roughly one million golfers year-over-year, according to NGF’s Graffis Report. Eddie Bauer Retail Stores May Close
Catalyst Brands, which operates more than 200 stores of the iconic outdoor and casual apparel brand under license from Authentic Brands Group, may be headed toward bankruptcy, according to multiple reports. Etcetera: NikeSkims, Bass Pro Shops, CardVault, Mid Fin Co.
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