All Sporting Goods Intelligence articles in Volume 37, Issue 5+6 – Page 2
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ArticleNIKESKIMS opens first pop-up in London
The Nike-Skims collaboration debuts its first footwear with the Rift Satin as part of a London activation previewing the global Spring 2026 release.
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ArticleESPN acquires NFL Network in $3bn deal
The NFL gets 10% of ESPN in exchange for its media assets, reshaping American sports broadcasting.
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ArticleThe new Olympic deal empowering athlete storytelling
A groundbreaking partnership between WFSGI, IOC and IPC is transforming how brands support athletes during the Games - when it matters most.
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ArticleKMD Brands sales climb 7.9% YTD
Kathmandu’s 12.7% same-store sales growth drives group performance, but margins compress amid heightened promotional activity.
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ArticlePuma creates training business unit
Anta-controlled sports company establishes dedicated training division at headquarters to accelerate growth in fitness category.
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ArticleDescente in Cortina: home, museum, and showcase
Japanese brand will showcase 90-year history, racing suit technology, and provide athlete support during Olympic Winter Games period.
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ArticleEuroLeague’s new CEO is former NBA Europe VP
Former NBA Europe VP takes the helm as predecessor exits under cloud of alleged conflicts of interest and strained club relations.
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ArticleXtep refinances HK$500m debt via new bond
Chinese sportswear group extends debt maturity by three years through concurrent repurchase and issuance, securing lower funding costs.
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ArticlePeloton cuts 11% of staff in turnaround push
Engineering teams hit hardest as CEO Peter Stern accelerates cost-cutting ahead of quarterly earnings report.
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ArticlePGA Show hits 16-year attendance high
The 73rd edition welcomed professionals from 90 countries, with 1,195 brands showcasing innovations across 1.1m square feet of exhibition space.
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ArticleUS ready to cut India tariffs to 18% from 50%
Agreement reduces tariffs dramatically but lacks detail on implementation. Sporting goods manufacturers face new sourcing calculus.
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ArticleUS golf participation hits eight-year growth streak
On-course participation surpassed 29 million in 2025, marking eight consecutive years of growth and reinforcing the sport’s resilience
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News briefsFrench retailer Snowleader posts 18% revenue growth
The French snow sports retailer delivered 720,000 orders across 46 European countries, with international sales accounting for 51 percent of volume.
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ArticleMilano Cortina 2026: Olympics culture program unveiled
The Cultural Olympiad initiatives run under the tagline “Culture moves the world”.
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ArticleHervis sold to Snipes founder consortium
One of Central Europe’s leading sports retailers changes hands as Snipes founder Sven Voth and Factory Berlin’s Udo Schloemer acquire chain from Spar.
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ArticleH&M Q4 profit jumps 38% despite sales dip
Swedish retailer’s Q4 operating margin widens to 10.7 percent from 7.4 percent, driven by improved inventory productivity and cost discipline.
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ArticleColumbia Sportswear grows a bit, still struggles in US
Columbia Sportswear’s 2025 results highlight a tale of two markets: while international wholesale business provided support, with global sales rising 1 percent to $3.40 billion, the US market remained challenging.
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ArticleLuhta shows Olympic looks in Milan
Finnish sportswear brand presented Milano Cortina 2026 opening ceremony collection at the IOC’s inaugural fashion event alongside 20 nations.
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ArticleNike probed in the US for bias against white employees
Federal regulators claim diversity programs discriminated against white employees, challenging past corporate DEI practices.
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ArticleBrooks grows strongly in China and gains ground worldwide in 2025
Brooks will see double-digit growth in 2025, driven by a 245% increase in China and a 22% rise in sales in Europe, with a clear focus on performance running.
