Latest News & Analysis – Page 19
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ArticleUSWE Sports returns to profit as organic growth accelerates in Q3
Organic demand strengthened in the third quarter, allowing the Swedish hydration-pack specialist to return to profitability despite flat reported sales and currency pressure.
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ArticleDenver to host Outside Days industry conference
Building on last year’s Outside Summit, a US-based outdoor media group expands its industry conference alongside the Outside Days festival in Denver.
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ArticleEddie Bauer US store operator prepares bankruptcy
The US outdoor retail operator is preparing a Chapter 11 filing as physical stores wind down, while brand operations shift to a new licensee.
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ArticleFIS confirms first Freeride World Championships
Elite freeride skiers and snowboarders will race for a first-ever world title on a legendary Andorran face under FIS sanction.
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ArticleDeckers lifts outlook as Hoka accelerates and US demand stabilizes
Strong momentum at Hoka, improving US trends and resilient margins prompted Deckers Brands to raise full-year guidance, despite ongoing tariff and cost pressures.
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ArticleSwedish sports retail posts first annual growth since 2021
New industry data shows a cautious turnaround for Sweden’s sports retail market after three consecutive years of decline.
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ArticleIntersport Austria reports strong winter growth
Austria’s leading sporting goods retailer reports solid winter momentum, with rentals and ski sales driving growth ahead of school holidays.
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ArticleFreeride Filmfestival outlines 2026 expansion
Europe’s largest freeride film platform is preparing its 2026 season with expanded tour stops, cinema screenings and new brand partnerships.
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ArticleRevolutionRace delivers Q2 growth with margins near 25%
Strong demand in the DACH region and disciplined cost control lifted profitability as the DTC outdoor specialist extended its growth streak in Q2.
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ArticleAlpkit secures new investment
The outdoor and cycling equipment maker restructures its finances to secure jobs, stores and long-term operations.
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ArticlePaka details 2025 social impact
The alpaca apparel specialist reports on how sourcing, community investment and material choices shaped its 2025 impact.
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ArticleVF Corp’s outdoor brands drive Q3 gains as transformation advances
VF Corp returned to modest growth in Q3 FY26 as TNF and Timberland delivered solid gains, helping offset continued weakness at Vans and supporting margin expansion and debt reduction.
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ArticleNew European Outdoor Award launches 2026
A new Europe-wide award aims to spotlight innovation, diversity, and ESG progress across the outdoor industry.
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ArticleArc’teryx appoints first brand chief
The Canadian outdoor apparel and equipment maker is strengthening its leadership team to support global brand and regional growth.
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ArticleSport 2000 posts strong 2025 growth
The European sporting goods retail group reports strong sales growth across key markets as its specialization strategy gains traction.
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ArticlePerformance Days shifts circularity focus
The European functional fabrics trade show is moving its sustainability focus upstream to address a critical gap in textile circularity.
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ArticleSwitchback appoints new show director
The US outdoor trade event has named an experienced industry executive to lead its next phase of growth.
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ArticleBlack Diamond names Europe GM
The US climbing and mountain sports equipment maker has named a long-serving executive to lead its European business.
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ArticleOrtovox reshuffles key management roles
The German mountain sports brand has restructured key leadership roles to support its next phase of product and market development.
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ArticleSport 2000 enters Polish market
The sporting goods retail cooperative is expanding eastward through a new partnership targeting a fast-growing consumer market.
