All Sporting Goods Intelligence articles in Volume 36, Issue 33+34+35
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Short stops
Short Stops Week 36, 2025
PRODUCT +++ Reebok and Nautica launch a first Japan-exclusive collection blending maritime heritage with classic sport style +++ Champion Japan has debuted a Recovery Wear collection using heat-responsive fibers to support post-activity rest, circulation and muscle recovery +++ ATP and Palmes have unveiled a limited-edition collection of tennis apparel ...
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News briefsNike to cut 1% of corporate workforce
The sportswear giant is implementing another round of layoffs as part of its organizational realignment under CEO Elliott Hill.
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News briefsOn expands LightSpray line with limited Cloudboom drop
A Swiss sportswear brand is launching a new limited-edition racing shoe tied to its innovative LightSpray technology and global activations.
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AnalysisThe world’s biggest sports retailers
Our annual analysis of the world’s 50 largest sports retailers presents the revenue of the top international sports retailers and ranks their growth year-on-year.
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News briefsSpinnova ends joint venture, takes over Woodspin
The Finnish fiber innovator acquires full control of Woodspin and related assets from former joint venture partner Suzano.
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ArticleDecathlon France outpaces market with sales growth
The French sporting goods giant is gaining market share through price cuts, strong category growth and a major back-to-school campaign.
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News briefsAnta and Musinsa form joint venture in China
Chinese sportswear giant Anta and Korean fashion platform Musinsa have agreed to launch a joint venture targeting Greater China.
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ArticleFila remains growth driver: Anta grows despite decline in profits
Anta Sports posts strong growth in sales and operating margin in the first half of 2025. But profits are not keeping pace. Fila and premium brands are driving momentum.
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News briefsFanatics launches advertising division ahead of NFL season
The digital sports platform teams up with veteran exec Jeremi Gorman to drive new ad strategies across commerce and content.
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News briefsPeak Achievement plans C$250m bond sale
The Canadian parent of several ice hockey and lacrosse brands plans to reduce debt through a new bond offering, according to multiple sources.
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ArticleJD Sports Fashion stays on course with organic growth in Q2
JD Sports Fashion defies the challenging market environment. While North America and Asia are growing, the domestic business remains under pressure.
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News briefsSFIA releases mid-year sports participation report
A new mid-year report from US fitness industry trade group SFIA shows rising inactivity and cost concerns despite growth in select winter and racquet sports.
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News briefsKlarna attempts another IPO, aiming for a valuation of up to $14bn
The Swedish payment service provider had put its IPO plans on hold in April due to Trump’s new tariffs, but sources indicate that it will now proceed.
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News briefsCasall Sport has a new Global Chief Marketing Officer
Casall Sport has announced Christina Ericsson as its new Global Chief Marketing Officer.
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ArticleFoot Locker reports wider Q2 operating loss; European comps slip
In the company’s likely last Q2 report as a stand-alone entity, Foot Locker failed to meet its revenue projection, as total sales fell 2.4 percent to $1,851 million from $1,896 million.
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News briefsKangol and J. Lindeberg's golf collection radiates a youthful spirit
The kangaroo has a golf club. When Swedish company J.Lindeberg and cult brand Kangol collaborated, golf fashion became more youthful and playful.
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News briefsDick’s extends exchange offer deadline for notes
The sporting goods retailer has extended its exchange offer for Foot Locker’s senior notes ahead of the planned merger closing.
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News briefsDecathlon expands urban store concept in Paris
The sporting goods retailer has opened its third “City”-format store in Paris, furthering its expansion into high-traffic urban locations.
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News briefsLululemon appoints its first Chief of AI
Ranju Das has over two decades of leadership experience scaling global organizations and driving AI-first innovation in healthcare and more.
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