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Sporting Goods Industry News for July 08, 2026
Revenues at Helen of Troy’s Home & Outdoor segment, which includes Hydro Flask and Osprey Packs, were up 10% to $194.9 million for the fiscal first quarter ended May 31.
The Journeys’ parent is facing a proxy challenge from activist investor Radoff-Jumana Group, which is seeking to oust directors Joanna Barsh and Thurgood Marshall Jr. and secure seats for their candidates, former Stabilis Solutions CEO Westervelt T. Ballard Jr. and investment banker Paula J. Poskon.
Levi’s women’s yoga brand grew sales 16% to $42.6 million from $36.8 million in the fiscal second quarter ended May 31, powered by a 23% jump in direct-to-consumer, largely from online sales growth.
The Swiss sportswear brand is splitting its commercial leadership into two distinct roles, elevating Rebecca Cai from general manager of APAC to chief global markets officer, while Alice Delaunt joins the company as chief customer officer.
Cargo imports at major container ports grew 15% to 2.24 million Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units in May, as retailers ordered early to stay ahead of expected tariff increases, according to the NRF and Hackett Associates’ Global Port Tracker report.
The ratings agency affirmed the German footwear maker’s long-term issuer default rating at BB+, with a stable outlook, citing Birkenstock’s strong operating performance and strong cash flow after the announced debt-funded share buyback.
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