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RVRC reports 18% revenue growth, expands global presence
RevolutionRace’s sales growth in 2023/24 was driven by international expansion and product development as it broadens its global presence across 40 countries.
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Helen of Troy reports higher sales, lower operating profit for Home & Outdoor segment
The Texas-based company’s Home & Outdoor segment saw a slight revenue boost but a 14% drop in operating income, with Osprey and Hydro Flask expanding distribution.
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KMD Brands reports 11.2% drop in FY24 sales
Weak consumer sentiment led to a challenging year for KMD Brands, parent of Rip Curl and Kathmandu, with a net loss of NZ$48.3 million.
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KMD's preliminary FY24 results: Kathmandu shows resilience amid sales decline
KMD Brands expects FY24 Ebitda of NZ$49-51m as sales drop 11.2%. Rip Curl and Kathmandu showed Q3/Q4 improvement, but margins fell 30 basis points.
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Amer Sports lifts FY guidance after strong Q2 driven by Arc’teryx
Arc’teryx drives Amer’s Q2 success, boosting stock by over 10% and leading to an upgraded full-year forecast with strong growth in Technical Apparel.
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Samsonite operating profit inches up in H1
The Gregory parent’s H1 profit rose by 1%, with net income up 4.5%. Sales grew 2.8%, driven by strong travel demand despite regional challenges.
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Regions outside the Nordics drive RVRC’s FY sales growth
The Swedish DTC outdoor company Revolution Race achieves strong double-digit growth in Q4 and for the full year.
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Alpen's net profit falls by 68% despite sales growth in Japan
The Japanese sporting goods retailer’s annual operating profit declined 34% over the 12-month period ending June 30.
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Merrell works on innovation with parent in throes of turnaround
Wolverine Worldwide boosts its FY24 outlook as Merrell drives growth with innovative trail styles – despite overall Q2 challenges.
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Yeti raises FY guidance after strong Q2
Yeti’s strong Q2 results and raised FY24 outlook signal continued growth, driven by revenue gains, expanding international presence and new partnerships.
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Jack Wolfskin reportedly shifting focus to Central Europe and China after declining sales in the US
Topgolf Callaway might pull Jack Wolfskin from the US as sales dropped, but the company forecasts recovery for the group in Q4.
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Solo Brands lowers FY guidance citing ‘challenging’ environment
The parent company of Solo Stove and others faced significant challenges in Q2, impacting both income and sales.
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GoPro vows to slash expenses, become profitable in 2025
Despite a challenging H1, the action cam company aims for profitability in 2025 through cost reductions and diversification. Q2 saw a 23% revenue decline but growth in subscriptions.
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Vista Outdoor operating income dips 12 percent in Q1
The group’s Q1 sales met expectations, but profits exceeded forecasts despite a 12% drop in operating income. Sales fell by 7.1%, yet gross margin improved.
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TNF parent records lower than expected sales decline in Q1
VF Corp. is especially optimistic about Vans’ recovery, led by EMEA’s wholesale success. The North Face sales dipped 2%.
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Johnson Outdoors’ results hurt by lower sales, promotional investments
The American outdoor equipment manufacturer reported an operating loss and an 89% drop in net profit for the third quarter, with sales down 7.8%.
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Clarus Q2 results hurt by weakness in EU wholesale, American consumer demand
The owner of Black Diamond and Pieps continued improvements in its Outdoor segment during the second phase of its three-year strategic plan despite facing challenges in North American consumer demand and European wholesale markets.
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Canada Goose: 4% sales growth in Q1 thanks to Asia-Pacific
Despite a challenging Q1 with a decline in wholesale, the company achieved overall sales growth of 4%, driven by strong demand in the Asia-Pacific region for its SS24 collection.
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Garmin adjusts FY guidance
Sales in the Outdoor segment fell by almost 2 percent due to lower sales of its adventure watches, but Garmin still achieved overall operating income growth of 20 percent with a 14 percent total revenue expansion.
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Rocky Brands lifts Q2 operating income
The Ohio-based maker of outdoor and work footwear, apparel and accessories improved its Q2 operating income by 104 percent thanks to a more diversified portfolio and cost-saving initiatives.