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Daily News Feed 01/20/2026 More Tariff Threats as Study Finds Consumers Pay 96%
As the wait for a Supreme Court ruling on current tariff measures continues, Pres. Trump added another wrinkle with a proposed slate of levies against European nations that oppose the U.S. acquisition of Greenland, which triggered an emergency meeting of European leaders over potential retaliation. Anta Sports’ Sales Stumble in Final Quarter
The Chinese sportswear giant said its final-quarter revenue from the core Anta brand was down low single digits, lapping a high single-digit improvement last year, but finished the year up low single digits. Nike Elevates Three Veterans as Region Heads
After CEO Elliott Hill moved to flatten the Eager Beavertons’ senior leadership structure last month, he has now named three new geography VP/GMs. Lululemon Board Members Targeted as Proxy Fight Heats Up
LULU founder Chip Wilson is now calling for two directors associated with private equity firm and early investor Advent to step down from the company’s board.
The WA-based headwear retailer listed just $48,543 in assets against $625,599 in liabilities in filing for Ch. 11 protection in W. WA bankruptcy court, following a sharp downturn in demand in 2024 after strong growth in 2020 through 2023. Renfro Taps Hosiery Veteran as President and CEO
The footwear, apparel, and socks supplier elevated its current SVP global business development and chief innovation officer, Jay Robinson, to president and CEO, succeeding Stan Jewell. Xtep Expands Southeast Asian Distribution
The Chinese sportswear brand is forming a joint venture with Bonia to accelerate its presence in Malaysia, the largest sportswear and footwear market in Southeast Asia. Selkirk Sport Receives Additional Funding
The pickleball equipment manufacturer scored a major, but unspecified, investment from PE firm Bluestone Equity Partners, which will get a seat on the company’s board of directors. Reju Plans First U.S. Regeneration Hub in Rochester, NY
The Paris-based textile recycling company launched its first Regeneration Hub in Frankfurt, Germany, a year ago, and has now acquired 18.9 acres at Eastman Business Park in Rochester, NY, for a U.S. facility. Etcetera: Agilitas Sport, Five Iron Golf, OrthoLite, Turtle Fur, Imperial, Schuh, Dunlop, Puma
01/16/2026 No NewsWire on MLK Holiday
In observance of the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. federal holiday we will not be publishing on Monday, January 19. We will resume publishing on Tuesday, January 20. Callaway Renames without Topgolf
Callaway Golf Company is the new name of Topgolf Callaway Brands, effective Jan. 15, and the former MODG begins trading today on the NYSE under the ticker CALY. Genesco Plans IT Layoff in Shift to AI
Journeys’ parent company will cut an unspecified number of jobs as part of an IT transformation in partnership with an AI technology provider. Nike’s Final Sex Discrimination Claim Heads to Trial
After most claims in the long-running Cahill v. Nike lawsuit have been settled, the remaining plaintiff, Heather Hender, will have her day in court in a five-day jury trial scheduled to begin on Mar. 2 in OR federal court. TaylorMade Sues Callaway over Ball Aspersions
TaylorMade filed suit in CA district court, accusing Callaway of falsely claiming its golf balls have uneven paint/coating coverage and poor quality control, calling them “mud balls.” Etcetera: Check-Mate, Chipply, Under Armour, Thirtytwo, Quiksilver, CamelBak
01/15/2026 Vail Resorts Reports Terrible Season-to-Date Ski Metrics
The worst early-season snowfalls in the western U.S. in over 30 years limited Vail’s ability to open terrain and negatively impacted visitation, translating into a 20% decline in total skier visits at MTN’s mountain resorts. Stella Finishes the Year Nearly Flat
Hong Kong-based footwear maker Stella Int’l.’s sales inched up to $378.0 million from $377.7 million for the final quarter, while the full-year top line saw 1% growth to $1,523.1 million from $1,504.5 million.
Retail sell-through at the Chinese sportswear giant was down low single digits for the fourth quarter, excluding Li-Ning Young. Under Armour Appoints Kara Trent CMO
Headlining a series of executive moves, Under Dog elevated 10-year company veteran Kara Trent to chief merchandising officer from her current role as president, Americas. Rack Room Shoes Launches Jordan
The value-focused footwear retailer will carry brand Jordan starting next month, adding to its assortment of lower-priced Nike models. Samsung Strikes Back at Ouraring
Samsung filed a complaint with the International Trade Commission seeking to block the Finnish smart ring maker from importing certain wearable devices into the U.S. Patagonia Sues Grey Market Seller
The outdoor brand filed suit in CO district court against Roxann Hayes for infringing on Patagonia’s multi-colored P6 logo and images. Etcetera: Asics, NGF, Uneekor, Azimuth, Reebok, Wilson, Johnnie-O, Nike, New Balance
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