All Sporting Goods Intelligence articles in Volume 36, Issue 44+45 – Page 4
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ArticleISPO to move to Amsterdam in 2026 under new joint venture
The leading trade show for Sporting Goods will be relaunched next year with new leadership, a new location and a €3 million investment.
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News briefsLululemon x NFL premium fan gear debuts
Lululemon enters the sports-fan market with its first NFL-licensed collection, partnering with Fanatics to bring premium gameday wear to all 32 teams. Collection available as of Oct. 28.
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ArticleAnta posts modest Q3 retail growth across core brands
Anta and Fila have posted low-single-digit Q3 sales growth, while smaller brands like Descente and Kolon Sport surged 45% to 50%.
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ArticlePuma reorganizes brand marketing, appoints Maria Valdes as Chief Brand Officer
Puma has appointed Maria Valdes as Chief Brand Officer as part of a reorganization aligning product, innovation and brand marketing.
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ArticleInternational Running Expo debuts with 200+ global exhibitors
The inaugural International Running Expo is set to unite the global running community at RAI Amsterdam this November.
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ArticleCrystal International joins climate non-profit to reach 2030 goal
The partnership directly supports Textile Exchange’s aggressive Climate+ strategy, which targets a 45 percent reduction in greenhouse gas emissions from fiber and raw material production by 2030. For Crystal International, this move aligns with its own Crystal Sustainability Vision 2030 (CSV2030), focusing on circularity and climate action across its global manufacturing platform.
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ArticleHibbett partners with Uber Eats for on-demand sneaker and streetwear delivery
Hibbett has teamed up with Uber Eats to deliver sneakers and streetwear from nearly 900 US stores directly to consumers’ doors.
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News briefsLewis Hamilton named the most marketable athlete in the world
The SportsPro ranking is now in its 16th year.
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News briefsWorld Triathlon approves two new disciplines
Fitness Racing and Swimrun will now operate under the World Triathlon umbrella.
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News briefsJack Nicklaus wins $50 million in lawsuit against his former business
The defamation lawsuit against Nicklaus Companies was filed by the former pro golfer in 2023.
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News briefsIndian e-commerce market to cross $200 billion mark in 2025
Growth is driven by broader digital adoption, increasing internet and smartphone penetration, and the availability of online payment innovations.
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News briefsNBA plans to launch a European league by 2027
The plan is subject to approval from the NBA and Fiba Boards.
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ArticleAnta debuts in France
Chinese sportswear leader Anta opens its first store in Paris, marking a major step in its global expansion.
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ArticleNike powers up its running shoes
Nike is testing Project Amplify, a powered running shoe with a built-in motor and drive system.
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ArticleLi-Ning retail sales soften in Q3 amid weaker offline demand
Li-Ning’s retail sales fell mid-single digits in Q3 as brick-and-mortar demand weakened, partly offset by e-commerce growth.
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Short stops
Short Stops Week 44, 2025
EVENTS +++ On Oct. 31, Dakar celebrated 365 days before the opening of the Summer Youth Olympic Games, the first Olympic event in the history of the African continent, which will take place in the capital of Senegal from Oct. 31 to Nov. 13, 2026, in the presence of the ...
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ArticleISPO 2025: Higher ticket demand, but long-term direction remains uncertain
Ticket demand for ISPO 2025 is up 20 percent, yet questions remain over the trade show’s long-term direction and future location.
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ArticleDeckers grows 9% in Q2 as Hoka outperforms Ugg
Deckers Q2 revenue up 9 percent to $1.43 billion, driven by Hoka growth and global expansion.
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News briefsStrava withdraws patent lawsuit against Garmin
Strava has voluntarily withdrawn its patent suit against Garmin, ending the case only weeks after filing it in U.S. court.
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ArticlePuma appoints Ronald Reijmers as VP Global Retail
Puma appoints Ronald Reijmers VP Global Retail and splits its DTC operations into dedicated retail and e-commerce divisions.
