All Sporting Goods Intelligence articles in Volume 36, Issue 38+39
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ArticleFESI celebrated the 10th anniversary of the European Week of Sport
The Federation of the European Sporting Goods Industry celebrated across Europe.
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ArticleLVMH expands in South Korea as luxury demand shifts from China and the US
Louis Vuitton and Christian Dior are both planning to expand their flagship maison-style stores in Seoul.
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ArticleBaseball’s push: From $12bn industry to Europe’s next growth market
Although baseball is still synonymous with American culture, it has become an economic global force.
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News briefsNew Balance and Sézane in sneaker collaboration
French fashion brand Sézane and New Balance will collaborate for the first time on a limited-edition sneaker.
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ArticleLululemon’s stock is being downgraded due to concerns about the US recovery
Needham has lowered its rating on Lululemon to “Hold” from “Buy” and removed its price target.
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ArticleVietnamese exports to the US may drop by one-fifth
Vietnam’s exports to the US could fall “over time by more than $25 billion, nearly one-fifth of the yearly total, expert said.
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PDF NewsletterSGI Europe Executive Edition: Vol 36 - 38+39
VF sells Dickies for $600m in cash | Running reloaded: These shoe brands race ahead of the rest | US Supreme Court awaits after tariffs to hit Vietnam and India | Nike tops the sports category in Time magazine and Statista’s ranking of the world’s best companies | ‘OutDoor’ trade show rebrands as part of European Outdoor Week, moves to Riva | EU and Indonesia sign free-trade deal | VF Corp. sharpens focus on Vans and The North Face | Inditex enjoys a strong start to the autumn/winter season | Fila in collab with Indian brand aiming for Gen Z | Footway invests in logistics center and launches new service | Elan Sports Director promises better service for retail partners | Giorgio Armani leaves instructions for the sale of his group | Nike and Skims launch first collection, marking sportswear-shapewear crossover | UN declaration recognises physical activity as core health intervention | Hoka partners with Sweden’s Unna to relaunch the Speedgoat 2 | Decathlon and Rheon Labs in first, but not last, compression-collaboration | Another Absolute Run store has opened | IOC President creates four new working groups | OrthoLite to open foaming plant in India
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ArticleJD Sports holds guidance but cautious on tough consumer environment
The company said like-for-like sales in the six months to August 2 fell 2.5 percent to £5.9 billion (€6.7bn).
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News briefsCambrelle has launched production in Vietnam
The new facility produces 100 percent recycled nylon options, supporting sustainability goals without compromising durability or comfort, the company noted.
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ArticleUS Supreme Court awaits after tariffs to hit Vietnam and India
Key sourcing countries are already feeling the impact.
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News briefsItalian football club Como 1907 launches start-up platform with The Players Fund
The initiative will give start-ups a chance to test and scale.
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ArticleUN declaration recognises physical activity as core health intervention
UN recognises physical activity as a core health intervention. WFSGI and leading brands call for urgent action to address the global inactivity crisis.
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News briefsFederer does not rule out starting a 'Fedal Tour' with Nadal
The retired Swiss player revealed in an interview that he would not be against the idea of setting up a senior tour with his historic rival.
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News briefsIOC sets up working group on the protection of the Fundamental Principles of Olympism
The IOC Executive Board reaffirms sport as a beacon of hope and peace.
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News briefsJordan Brand honors Lucha Libre in new footwear collection
Jordan Brand’s El Vuelo shoe range connects sneaker fans and Mexican wrestling fans around the world.
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News briefsNew Balance opens expanded Central Maine factory
The expansion represents a $65 million investment.
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ArticleEU and Indonesia sign free-trade deal
The agreement is welcomed by European sporting goods and footwear industry associations
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ArticleA call to police e-commerce imports to EU
Some 64 organizations have issued a joint statement to ask the European Union to close loopholes in its legislation that foreign e-commerce platforms and vendors are, they say, exploiting to avoid meeting EU standards. Apparently, the US tariff policy of President Donald Trump has induced many foreign vendors to withdraw ...
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ArticleNike and Skims launch first collection, marking sportswear-shapewear crossover
The launch highlights Nike’s strategy to expand its lifestyle offering and diversify its reach.
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Short stops
Short Stops Week 39, 2025
RETAIL +++ Oysho, Inditex’s sportswear brand, has opened a store – its first in the Netherlands – on Amsterdam’s Kalverstraat, a few steps from the iconic Dam Square +++ Decathlon Spain, we learn from Diffusion Sport, has opened a 470-sqm store in Valencia, its 22nd in the eponymous autonomous community ...
