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Daily News Feed 09/09/2026 Academy Sports Gains on Hardgoods Strength, Plans Sneaker Reset
Contributions from 21 net new stores added over the past year pushed revenues up 3% in the second quarter to $1,647,285,000 from $1,599,838,000, despite a -0.4% comp, with e-commerce growing 13%. Famous Footwear Sales Hit by Calendar Shift
A $55.6 million IEEPA tariff refund pushed Caleres' net income attributable to shareholders to $58,642,000 from $6,713,000 for the second quarter on 6% higher sales of $695,454,000 compared to $658,519,000. Zepp Health Loss Expands as Sales Rise
The maker of Amazfit and Zepp smart wearables grew revenues 7% in the second quarter to $63,525,000 from $59,406,000, but net loss widened to $11,330,000 from $7,740,000 last year. Retail Import Growth Will Accelerate
Imports at U.S. container ports ticked down 4% to 2.30 million Twenty-Foot Equivalent Units on rising fuel prices, tariffs, and inflationary headwinds, according to the NRF and Hackett Associates’ Global Port Tracker report. VF Corp.’s Outlook Upgraded by S&P
The ratings agency changed VFC’s outlook to positive from stable and affirmed its BB issuer credit rating, as the company aims to reduce leverage below 3.0x in FY 27, with a target of 2.5x net leverage the following fiscal year. Puma Adds Nike Sports Marketing Veteran
The Big Cat appointed Steve Cecchini as its new SVP of sports marketing to oversee its partnerships with athletes, teams, and federations. Alo Yoga Loses Trademark Appeal in China, Europe Next?
The brand’s global expansion hit a roadblock in China, where that country’s intellectual property regulator rejected an appeal by Alo Yoga against Alo Jewelry CZ’s trademark rights. Etcetera: New Era, Simms, K-Swiss
09/08/2026 Holiday Forecast Sees Inflation, AI as Key Drivers
Holiday 2026 retail sales will break into 13 digits at $1,016 billion, according to Bain & Company, driven by inflation and unit growth for a 4.5% gain over 2025 as several macro tailwinds lift sales amid ongoing consumer caution. Report: Castore Exploring Sale
The U.K.-based apparel maker received multiple unsolicited approaches, Sky News first reported, and has now hired JPMorgan to field interest from potential suitors.
The Eager Beavertons will be removed from the S&P 100 effective Sep. 21, as part of the index’s quarterly rebalance, ending a run of nearly 18 years among the benchmark’s largest constituents.
The iconic snowboard brand tapped Denny Bruce as CEO, effective Sep. 21, succeeding Donna Carpenter, who had served on an interim basis since longtime chief John Lacy stepped down in June. Todd Spaletto Lands at Huckberry
The outdoor industry veteran has left Dick’s SG, where he most recently served in an advisory role, to join men’s apparel and footwear e-tailer Huckberry as SVP of strategy and a member of its board of directors. NSGA Adds Two to SG Hall of Fame
The members of the Sporting Goods Industry Hall of Fame’s Class of 2027 are Kurt Ainsworth, who co-founded baseball equipment powerhouse Marucci Sports, and Kelly Richardson of baseball cap maker Richardson Sports. Dick’s SG Sued over Foot Locker Deal
DKS, along with chairman Ed Stack, CEO Lauren Hobart, and CFO Navdeep Gupta, were hit with a proposed class action filed in W. PA district court brought by the Plumbers & Pipefitters Local Union #295 Pension Fund, accusing them of violating federal securities law. Etcetera: Fanatics, GrabAGun, Xcel Wetsuits, Industry Nine, Range USA, Volcom, Brooks, REI
09/04/2026 No NewsWire on Labor Day
In observance of the Labor Day federal holiday we will not publish SGI NewsWire on Monday, Sep. 7. We will resume publishing on Tuesday, Sep. 8. Oura Reveals Soaring Revenues in IPO Filing
The smart ring maker’s long-awaited S-1 was filed with the SEC this week, showing off 74% top-line growth to $1,214,506,000 from $697,569,000 in the nine months ended June 30, and net income of $60,768,000 against $1,573,000. S&P Global Revises Dick’s Outlook
The ratings agency changed DKS’ outlook to stable from positive, citing inventory build-ups across key brands, fewer footwear launches affecting its Foot Locker business, and pro forma leverage rising to the mid-2x area. Specialized Founder Returns to Helm
The bike maker will see founder Mike Sinyard return Nov. 1 to lead the company after stepping down from day-to-day operations four years ago, succeeding Armin Landgraf. Whyte Bikes Re-launches U.S. Wholesale
The Causeway Capital-backed British bike brand is returning to the U.S. with a dealer-first philosophy, built on direct U.S. operations and commitment to independent bike dealers with a phased regional rollout. Etcetera: Batta Walker Sales, Sea to Summit, Nike, Under Armour, Stan’s Sports Center
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