All Sporting Goods Intelligence articles in Volume 36, Issue 33+34+35 – Page 3
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ArticleGlobe sheds non-strategic brands, all regions contribute to FY25 profit
But Ebit declined by 14.3 percent to A$14.6 million (€8.1m) for the Australian company.
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News briefsNew Wave finalizes Cotton Classics acquisition
The Swedish brand group has completed its €47.6m purchase of the Austrian textile wholesaler, strengthening its position in European B2B markets.
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ArticleAllbirds launches footwear made from manufacturing waste
The US lifestyle footwear brand introduces new shoes made with recycled foam and textiles, highlighting sustainability through industry-first partnerships.
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News briefsHoka opens first German flagship store
The US performance footwear brand has entered the German retail market with a Berlin flagship location designed to blend innovation and community.
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ArticleXtep Intl. operating profit up 9.1 percent in H1
Chinese sporting goods group Xtep lifted its half-year profit on stronger demand for Saucony and Merrell, offsetting margin pressure at its core Xtep brand.
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News briefsWilson CEO Joe Dudy to step down
The US-based ball and racquet brand will see leadership changes as longtime executive Joe Dudy exits and Amer Sports CFO Andrew Page takes interim charge.
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ArticleAsics and Salomon are the fastest-growing sneaker brands
StockX’s midyear trend report has Asics and Salomon among the fastest-growing sneaker brands and sees triple-digit sales growth for trading cards.
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News briefsUnder Armour hires football ambassador
Under Armour has named Arsenal coach Mikel Arteta as Global Ambassador, linking him to product development, youth talent programs and its new campaign.
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ArticleNBA approves record $6.1bn sale of Boston Celtics
The Boston Celtics will change hands in a record-breaking deal as Bill Chisholm’s consortium takes majority control, with full ownership expected by 2028.
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ArticleForecast raised: Salomon boosts Amer Sports in Q2
Strong second quarter for Amer Sports: Wilson, Salomon and Arc’teryx are driving sales, margins and profits. The sporting goods manufacturer is also raising its annual forecast.
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News briefsFanatics involved in apparel sales case in Australia
“This ruling will have a very minor effect on our business and our ability to serve our partners in Australia,” Fanatics´ spokesperson commented on the court judgment.
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News briefsIntersport Spain liquidating
Banks and creditors having declined to approve its restructuring plan, Intersport Spain has been ordered by the court in Barcelona to enter liquidation, as Palco23 reports. The company – consisting of Intersport S.L., Intersport Retail One and Intersport CCS – filed for insolvency in February. Among the elements of the ...
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News briefsBoozt names Sofia Issakainen Women’s Director
The Nordic e-commerce group has appointed a seasoned fashion executive to lead its largest fashion category.
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ArticleSportsShoes.com posts record £93.3m revenue
The UK-based online running and outdoor retailer reported record turnover, stronger earnings and over 670,000 new customers in FY2025.
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News briefsUrs Lehmann named CEO of FIS
The former world champion skier from Switzerland has been appointed to lead the International Ski Federation, marking a significant leadership change in snow sports.
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Short stops
Short Stops Week 34, 2025
RETAIL +++ On Sept. 4, according to Diffusion Sport, Decathlon Spain will be opening a 470-sqm store in Valencia +++ BRANDS +++ Vuori has signed British tennis star Jack Draper as a global ambassador, marking the activewear brand’s major entry into professional tennis +++ On has launched the ...
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News briefsBrazilian market sales soar for Vulcabras in Q2
Vulcabras posts strong Q2 growth, with net income more than doubling and domestic sales up 19% despite weaker international results.
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ArticleBjörn Borg achieved record sales in Q2
With sales up 6% in Q2 2025, Björn Borg records its strongest second-quarter revenue to date, with growth led by sports apparel.
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ArticleMisto lifts profits after US Fila wind-down
Strong gains at Acushnet and cost reductions in North America helped the Fila parent boost net income by 54% in the second quarter.
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ArticlePerfect Moment posts strong Q1 with record margins
The British luxury skiwear brand reported a major gross margin expansion in its seasonally weakest quarter, driven by new revenue and channel strategies.
