Retail insights from the sporting goods industry – Page 2
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News briefsSport 2000 appoints Maria Sarter as Head of Marketing
The sports retail chain names Sarter to drive brand strategy and trade partnerships across seven countries.
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News briefsAlo Yoga will open a large store on the Champs-Elysées
The new opening next year is part of the brand’s international expansion.
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ArticleOtto ties marketplace fees to verified climate goals
The German e-commerce platform rewards suppliers with validated science-based climate targets, signaling a stronger push for corporate decarbonization.
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News briefsFrasers Group acquires majority stake in U.S. luxury retailer The Webster
The owner of Sports Direct and Flannels is further strengthening its position in the global premium and luxury retail segment.
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ArticleCircular sales grow as Decathlon cuts emissions
The France-based sporting goods retailer reports measurable progress on sustainability, driven by circular business and supply chain action.
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ArticleIntersport named Best Sports Retailer in Austria
The sporting goods group received top honors for both its stores and online shop after a nationwide consumer survey.
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News briefsWalmart betting on football in the US
Walmart has signed on with LaLiga to become the first Presenting Partner for the forthcoming US editions of ElClásico.
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ArticleAndy Anson, new Sportscape Group CEO: “The big focus is on growth”
Sportscape Group has appointed Andy Anson as its new chief executive officer.
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ArticleXXL continues at five locations in the Nordics
XXL believes that the extension is an important signal from their new owner, Fraser’s Group, who took ower the majority ownership of XXL in May 2025.
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ArticleAnother Absolute Run store has opened
The new location in downtown Waterloo combines the best of two worlds on approximately 200 sqm: cycling and running.
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News briefsJD opens new stores in New Zealand and Australia
The store openings have brought JD’s total number of stores to 72 in the ANZ region.
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ArticleAI to drive $263bn in holiday sales, but in-store shopping stays on the radar
Holiday retail sales are set to grow more slowly in 2025 despite the accelerating role of artificial intelligence, according to Salesforce
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News briefsDecathlon Germany pushes teamsport ambitions with Icon League sponsorship
The team Two Stripes United will be outfitted with Kipsta jerseys and footwear.
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ArticleFootway invests in logistics center and launches new service
The purchase of Ecom Team’s bankrupt estate brings new opportunities for the footwear e-com specialist.
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C-Suite InterviewIntersport CEO Foley highlights running boom, stresses local approach
Tom Foley says that running is Intersport’s standout category, while outdoor has not yet reached former levels.
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News briefsCanada Goose partners with Beside Group for Middle East expansion
The Canadian brand’s full product range will be offered across retail, wholesale and e-commerce channels.
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ArticleLeadership shift aligns Decathlon UK and Ireland
The sporting goods retail giant has unified its UK and Irish operations under a single leadership structure, signaling a new strategic phase.
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ArticleNew growth for Norwegian sports market
The sports industry experienced a correction after the pandemic. Sports chains reported a 3.9 percent decline in sales for 2024. Running and outdoor activities are trending.
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ArticleAmerica’s first Skechers Performance Store opens in Miami
Skechers is picking up speed at its largest factory mall store in the world, an immersive performance experience that opened August 29 at Dolphin Mall in Miami.
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News briefsMost Foot Locker shareholders opt for Dick’s stock
Ahead of their upcoming merger, a large majority of shareholders in a US-based sports retailer chose stock over cash compensation.
