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Daily News Feed 05/01/2026 Brooks Running Full Steam Ahead
Brooks Running said revenues were up 23% in Q1, propelled by at least double-digit growth in every region and channel, including a 20% increase in North America. Newell Outdoor Revenues Improve Sequentially
Outdoor segment revenues declined 4% in the first quarter of 2026 to $175 million from $182 million, and were down 6% on a constant-currency basis. Bass Pro Parent Upgraded as Tariffs Abate
S&P Global upgraded Bass Pro and Cabela’s parent, Great Outdoors Group, to stable from negative, and affirmed its BB- issuer credit rating and other ratings, citing better-than-expected Q1 results. KMD Brands Names New Chairman as Turnaround Progresses
Having just completed a refinancing and equity sale, the down-under retailer and parent of Oboz and Rip Curl elected non-executive director Philip Bowman as chairman of its board, succeeding David Kirk in the role. Etcetera: Snow Peak, Equip Outdoor Technologies, The James Brand
04/30/2026 Puma Makes Good Progress to Start Transition Year
In what’s becoming a familiar refrain from European brands, the strong euro pushed down Puma’s reported revenues by 6% to €1,863.8 million ($2,192.7 mm) from €1,989.8 million, compared to just a 1% decline in constant currency. Columbia Lifts Profit Outlook on Tariff Relief
Revenues were essentially flat to start the year, inching up to $779,013,000 from $778,452,000 in the first quarter, down 3% on a constant currency basis, with net income slipping 19% to $34,308,000 from $42,248,000. Gildan Posts Q1 Loss on HBI Integration
The first full quarter with Hanesbrands on the P&L saw the bottom line swing to a net loss from continuing operations of $55.1 million against income of $84.7 million for Q1, while sales surged 64% to $1,165.9 million from $711.7 million. Crocs Raises Outlook after Q1 Tops Expectations
Net income was down 14% to $137,556,000 from $160,103,000 for the first quarter as revenue dipped 2% (-4% CC) to $921,457,000 from $937,333,000, with 12% growth in direct-to-consumer meeting a 10% wholesale decline as CROX works to align channel inventories. Macron Hits Record Sales in 2025
The Italian teamwear brand’s revenues were up 9% last year, hitting a record €244.6 million ($287.8 mm), up from €223.6 million, as pro forma EBITDA rose 14% to €51.6 million ($60.7 mm), up from €45.1 million. Escalade Profits on Favorable Sales Mix, Improving Margins
Net income skyrocketed 67% to $4,381,000 from $2,619,000 in the first quarter as revenues inched up 1% to $55,785,000 from $55,479,000, driven by archery momentum, including its recent Gold Tip acquisition, and billiards and safety. Globeride Ups Forecast For FY26
The Japanese parent of Daiwa fishing said that revenues for the fiscal year ended Mar. 31 will come in at ¥126,900 million ($848 mm), better than previous guidance of ¥125,000 million and up 2% from last year’s ¥123,983 million.
Alli Sports is the name of the new parent company that will bring four team dealers under the same umbrella, including FL-based Baker’s Sports, NC-based Johnson-Lambe Co., SC-based First Team Sports Center, and OK-based Midwest Sporting Goods.
The indoor cycling training app maker has inked an agreement to acquire Rouvy, the “real routes” cycling app, for undisclosed terms.
Super Retail Group has hired former Oroton Group CEO and McKinsey consultant Jenny Child as the new managing director for its Rebel Sport banner, succeeding retiring Gary Williams. CPSC Recalls: Bicycle Light Sets
Smfanlus is recalling about 2,800 Qumeney bicycle lights because they violate the child-safety standard for consumer products with button-cell and coin batteries. Etcetera: Skechers, Lycra, Cabot Hosiery, Outdoor Retailer, Salomon, Oura
04/29/2026 Adidas’ Top Line Takes €350 Million Currency Hit
The thundering euro decimated Adidas’ reported numbers in what was otherwise an outstanding first quarter, with net income attributable to shareholders growing 13% to €482 million ($567 mm) from €428 million on 7% higher revenues of €6,592 million ($7,755 mm), up from €6,153 million that would have been up 14% constant currency. Garmin Fitness, Outdoor Sales Driven by Wearables
GRMN’s fitness segment saw Q1 sales improve 42% to $546,822,000 from $384,722,000, with growth across all categories, led by strong demand for advanced wearables. Thule Sales Pressured by Weak Dollar in Q1
Net income posted a 10% improvement in the first quarter to SEK 293 million ($32.2 mm) from SEK 266 million as sales ticked down 3% (+4% CC) to SEK 2,573 million ($283.0 mm) from SEK 2,662 million.
The Indonesian retailer’s net income climbed 38% to IDR 470,572 million ($27.9 mm) in the first quarter from IDR 339,980 million, on 15% higher revenues of IDR 4,954,727 million ($293.9 mm) from IDR 4,319,434 million. Chip Wilson Lashes Out After LULU Proxy
Having kept his powder dry following the announcement of O’Neill’s appointment, Wilson brought all guns to bear after Lululemon’s proxy statement came out. S&S Activewear Parent Downgraded by S&P Global
The ratings agency lowered its issuer credit rating on S&S Holdings LLC to B- from B, with a stable outlook, citing elevated leverage following last year’s acquisition of Alphabroder and soft industry revenue trends. Pure Hockey Buys Perani’s Hockey World
The hockey specialist is acquiring Perani’s Hockey World, adding the retailer’s 22 stores across the Midwest and surrounding regions to Pure Hockey’s footprint. New Balance Targets MEAI for Growth
NB’s senior executive for the region, Stuart Henwood, said that sales in the UAE, Qatar, and Saudi Arabia grew 35% last year, in an interview with Arabian Business. Puma Being Sued by Former Sprinter
World champion sprinter Abby Steiner is suing The Big Cat, along with technical partner Mercedes F1 team, claiming that shoes supplied to her caused career-ending foot and ankle injuries.
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