All Sporting Goods Intelligence articles in Volume 35, Issue 38+39
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News briefsEllesse is turning senior and celebrates with luxury
Italian sports fashion brand Ellesse celebrates 65 years in business with luxury sneakers.
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PDF NewsletterSGI Europe Executive Edition: Vol 35 - 38+39
Nike has a new CEO | Analysis: The top sporting goods industry performers by sales and profit in Q2 2024 | Global sports apparel decelerated in 2023 for third consecutive year | Frasers aims to become the largest sports retailer in Benelux | Footway has sold Footway+ and halves its net debt | EU court upholds big Google fine | PSG and Snipes announce partnership | Intersport in partnership with EA Sports FC 25 for the first time | Olympic hype drives growth in Chinese sporting goods | B Corp certification secured for Bollé Brands | Private Sport Shop receives B Corp label | The footwear production in Italy continues to decline | Golden Goose H1 sales up by 12% driven by DTC | Rockport is sued by Skechers for alleged patent infringement | Manchester United posts loss amidst record revenues | Adidas opens two flagship stores in upcoming American Olympic city | LIV Golf announces five new team General Managers | Riddell faces patent suit over helmet technology
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News briefsSaudi Arabia seeks a stake in EuroLeague
The basketball league’s owners are looking to sell one-third of the business.
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News briefsPuma strikes new deal with Google
The German brand is using generative AI for localization.
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News briefsRacing Force and Oakley launch Skier’s Eye
The revolutionary technology can give viewers a unique on-mountain perspective of athletes in alpine skiing competitions.
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ArticleRiddell faces patent suit over helmet technology
The US helmet manufacturer is being sued over claims of patent infringement related to its Speedflex and Axiom helmets, focusing on energy absorption technology.
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News briefsCatalonia’s tennis federation to offer pickleball-only licenses
The sport has for the past few months been paired with tennis.
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News briefsNew Balance opens in Edinburgh with new store concept
Edinburgh has the first New Balance flagship store featuring the brand’s new retail concept.
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News briefseBay appoints new legal officer and board member
eBay strengthens its leadership with Samantha Wellington as Chief Legal Officer and a new addition to the Board of Directors, Bill Nash.
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AnalysisAnalysis: The top sporting goods industry performers by sales and profit in Q2 2024
One-third of the companies – 15 in all – reported a net loss in the reporting period closest to June 30 in Q2 2024. Find out more with our latest scorecard.
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News briefsArena and Phlex partner elevate swimmers to virtual swim community
The partnership between Phlex and Arena creates a platform where swimmers can connect, compete and learn together.
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News briefsXXL has returned with a new Swedish store
XXL is back in Sweden’s eighth-largest city after implementing its new business strategy, which includes smaller premises.
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ArticlePSG and Snipes announce partnership
Sneaker and streetwear retailer Snipes will be on the back of PSG’s team kit for three years
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ArticleIntersport in partnership with EA Sports FC 25 for the first time
This is clearly an example of how the sports chain has now started focusing its marketing efforts towards a younger target group.
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News briefsTopgolf Callaway Brands has signed a multiyear agreement with Golf Saudi
Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp and Golf Saudi Entertainment, LLC have signed a multi-year partnership.
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News briefsLenta reports a 61% rise in sporting goods sales in 2024
Russia’s hypermarket chain sees a surge in sporting goods sales.
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ArticleWell-known brand-name products surface on Shein
Major brands face scrutiny as their products appear on Shein, sparking environmental and ethical concerns.
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ArticleOlympic hype drives growth in Chinese sporting goods
The 2024 Paris Olympics boost Chinese sporting goods market, with sales surging in key categories like shuttlecocks, swimsuits and outdoor gear.
