Columbia Sportswear reported a 12 percent increase in third-quarter sales to $566.8 million, with a currenc y-neutral gain of 9 percent. Net income went up by 29 percent to $67.5 million, due in part to lower airfreight charges. The biggest growth drivers were the Europe, Middle East and Africa (Emea) region and footwear. Footwear sales were up by 55 percent in dollars, while sportswear rose by 7 percent and accessories/equipment by 23 percent. Regionally, sales in local currencies increased by 2 percent in the U.S., by 4 percent in Canada, by 38 percent in Emea and by 14 percent in Asia-Pacific and Latin America. By brand, Columbia was up by 4 percent in dollars, Mountain Hardwear by 17 percent and Sorel by 116 percent (more in our Outdoor Industry Compass).

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