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Daily News Feed 03/18/2026 Misto Profits Surge for 2025 after U.S. Fila Exit
Net loss attributable to shareholders of the Fila and Acushnet parent narrowed to KRW 6,555 million ($4.5 mm) in Q4 from a loss of KRW 57,182 million prior, as consolidated revenue increased 6% to KRW 915,232 million from KRW 861,374 million. Feng Tay Sees Demand Slow in Q4
Net income attributable to shareholders fell 10% in the fourth quarter to TWD 1,428.0 million ($48.8 mm) from TWD 1,586.6 million, as revenues at the Taiwanese footwear and sporting goods manufacturer inched down 5% to TWD 20,709.5 million ($664.6 mm) from TWD 21,885.3 million. Skechers Sneaks Up On Nike in Latest YouGov Research
Industry brands showed strong crossover appeal with fashion consumers in YouGov's Top Threads: U.S. Fashion Retail Rankings 2026 survey as Nike topped next-purchase-considerations, followed closely by Skechers at no. 2, which also secured the top spot with the female cohort. Nike and Puma Challenge Adidas for UEFA Champions League Ball
For the first time in a quarter-century, the match ball supply contract for European club football’s flagship competition is open to competitive bidding, with Nike and Puma poised to enter the fray by a Mar. 24 deadline, SGI Europe reported. Lycra to Restructure Under Prepackaged Bankruptcy
The Lycra Company LLC, parent CCS Holding, and two dozen affiliated debtors filed voluntary Chapter 11 petitions in the S. TX federal bankruptcy court, including a prepackaged plan of reorganization backed by secured lenders.
The Japanese bicycle component and fishing gear supplier has agreed to pay an $11.5 million civil penalty to settle CPSC charges that it failed to report the danger posed by defective cranksets promptly. Etcetera: SFIA, Bass Pro, Cotopaxi, Lands’ End, Christensen Arms, Crocs, On
03/17/2026 Lululemon Sees Green Shoots, but Slower Growth in 2026
The bottom line tumbled 22% in the fourth quarter to $586,871,000 from $748,403,000, on 1% higher revenues that came in at $3,640,801,000 against $3,611,497,000, and would have been flat on a constant currency basis. Academy Sports Guides for Growth on 20-25 New Store Openings
Final quarter net income inched up to $133,688,000 over $133,631,000 on a 3% improvement in sales to $1,718,471,000 from $1,676,920,000, though comps declined 1.6% on a 5.1% average ticket increase that was more than offset by a 6.4% drop in transactions. Wintersteiger Acquires Storage Systems Maker QBL
The Austrian-based machinery and plant engineering group has inked an agreement to acquire QBL, a supplier of storage and drying systems, for undisclosed terms. Gamma Sports Files for Bankruptcy
The tennis and pickleball brand filed for chapter 11 protection in the W. PA federal bankruptcy court after finding itself short of cash amid slowing pickleball demand and pending litigation over control of the company. Etcetera: Peloton, C&H Precision, On, Puma
03/16/2026 REI Negotiations Going Nowhere, Union Says
Union officials representing REI workers stepped up their pressure on the outdoor co-op, charging in a press release that REI’s recent declaration of an impasse in negotiations was illegal.
The Rip Curl, Kathmandu, and Oboz parent confirmed that it is exploring a recapitalization with Goldman Sachs to refinance its long-term debt facilities, but said no decision has been made to pursue any initiatives, and no terms have been finalized. Peloton and Precor Launch Commercial Bikes and Treadmills
PTON’s first offering targeted at the commercial gym market will include a connected bike and treadmill, developed with its subsidiary Precor to provide adequate durability for high-use environments. National Park Visits Inch Higher to Start the Year
January National Park recreational visits got off to a positive start in 2026, increasing 1% year-over-year to 13,734,288 in the seasonally small month from 13,544,850. Windance Wind Sports Files for Bankruptcy
The OR-based water sports retailer filed for Chapter 11 protection in that state’s federal bankruptcy court, listing less than $1 million in assets and up to $10 million of liabilities. Etcetera: Prince, Salomon, Sierra, Azimuth Technology, New Balance
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