Dick’s Foot Locker acquisition posts $46m operating loss
Foot Locker has posted a $46 million Q3 loss under Dick’s. Comps are down 4.7 percent amid a turnaround, weak sales and an inventory cleanup.
Columbia renews MegaMarsch partnership
Columbia announced it will continue as the presenting partner of long-distance walking series Megamarsch through 2028, reinforcing its commitment to endurance and participation events.
Under Armour breaks with Stephen Curry
Under Armour and NBA star Stephen Curry have agreed to separate, with the Curry Brand becoming independent as UA refocuses on its core business.
Moody’s cuts Nike’s senior-unsecured rating on cost pressures
Nike has seen its senior unsecured debt rating downgraded by Moody’s Investors Service from A1 to A2 because of margin pressures and elevated costs.
VF sells Dickies to Bluestar for $600m
VF Corporation has completed the sale of its Dickies brand to Bluestar Alliance LLC for $600 million in cash, aiming to sharpen its focus on core outdoor and active assets.
Nike partners with Loop Industries for circular polyester
Nike will become anchor customer for Loop Industries’ Twist resin, securing a multi-year deal for textile-to-textile recycling in its supply chain.
Columbia Sportswear names Co-Presidents
Columbia Sportswear Company promoted longtime legal and business executive Peter J. Bragdon and brand strategist Joseph P. Boyle to Co-Presidents on Nov. 12.
Annual forecast raised: On Holding achieves another record quarter
Swiss brand On Holding has posted record €825m sales for Q3 FY25, up 25 percent year-on-year, far outpacing rivals like Adidas and Puma in growth momentum.
Nike partners with Syre on circular polyester
Nike has partnered with textile recycler Syre to scale circular polyester, aiming to cut waste and boost sustainable fiber use across its global supply chain.
Nike opens women-focused London store
Nike has launched a new women-focused concept store on London’s King’s Road, expanding its commitment to women’s sport and personalized retail experiences.
Adidas x Miaou collection hits the market
Adidas Originals and Miaou’s debut collection, with a launch on Nov. 11, fuses motorsport aesthetics with bold feminine design in footwear and apparel.
Fila opens brand experience hub in Biella
Fila has opened a brand experience center in Biella, Italy, reconnecting with its heritage under Anta Sports Group ownership.
Under Armour gains ground in Q2 and hopes for sustainable turnaround
Under Armour has exceeded its own forecast in Q2 FY26. Initial signs from North America raise hopes of a turnaround.
Under Armour names new CFO
Under Armour has named Reza Taleghani CFO, to succeed David Bergman, who departs after two decades. The transition takes effect in February 2026.
Brooks Running posts ninth consecutive quarter of double-digit growth
Brooks Running grew 17 percent in Q3 FY25, its ninth straight quarter of double-digit gains in all regions and channels.
Nike and Martine Rose celebrate the world of gaming
Nike and Martine Rose have unveiled their 2025 Sport collection, which fuses athletic heritage, streetwear and gaming culture for connected athletes.
Profit slumps: Columbia struggles with US weakness and costs
Share price almost halved, earnings slumped: Columbia Sportswear struggles with high costs and weak US business.
Trump tariffs cast shadow over Adidas’s record-breaking quarter
Adidas delivers its highest quarterly sales ever at €6.63 billion. Yet, record sales can’t offset investor fears over US market.
VF Corporation exceeds Q2 FY26 expectations with strong core brands
The US clothing group is making noticeable progress in its restructuring. Strong outdoor brands and cost discipline are providing tailwinds, but price pressure and consumer reluctance remain stumbling blocks. The priority now is to secure profitability and further reduce debt.
Anta posts modest Q3 retail growth across core brands
Anta and Fila have posted low-single-digit Q3 sales growth, while smaller brands like Descente and Kolon Sport surged 45% to 50%.
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