Latest News & Analysis – Page 24
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ArticleSocial commerce nears $1 trillion
Social platforms are rapidly turning into shopping channels as younger consumers drive growth toward a projected $1 trillion market.
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ArticleMips to acquire Koroyd
The Swedish helmet safety specialist moves to acquire the Monaco-based impact protection pioneer to broaden its technology reach.
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ArticleSwedish retail outlook improves for 2026
The Nordic retail research institute HUI sees signs of recovery as inflation eases and consumer confidence improves heading into 2026.
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ArticleWeekends launches indie outdoor brand marketplace
A new digital platform aims to give independent outdoor lifestyle brands global visibility beyond traditional retail channels.
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ArticleJohnson Outdoors narrows losses as second-half momentum offsets soft start
Johnson Outdoors Inc. reported a steadier finish to fiscal year 2025, with stronger second-half demand and margin improvements significantly reducing operating losses despite flat full-year revenue.
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ArticleRoots posts solid Q3 growth as margins strengthen
The Canadian outdoor-lifestyle brand delivered higher revenue, stronger gross margins and improved underlying profitability, even as net income dipped slightly on one-time compensation effects.
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ArticleFESI elects new President and Board
Europe’s sporting goods federation begins a new governance cycle with fresh leadership and an expanded board as EU sport policy gains momentum.
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ArticleSwitchback at TRE builds toward spring
The trade gathering for outdoor and run retailers in Texas reports steady traffic, strong community spirit and plans for a larger spring edition in 2026.
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ArticleAluula reports record Q4 sales and plans 2026 capacity expansion
The advanced-materials company reports record quarterly sales and a growing order pipeline as it prepares to expand production in 2026.
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ArticleOutdoor Retailer outlines 2026 Industry Day program
The US trade show unveils a data-driven conference program focused on retail strategy, consumer shifts, technology and the future of the outdoor market.
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ArticleCoDi restates financial statements
The owner of several major outdoor and consumer brands has completed a restatement that significantly revises its 2024 financial results.
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ArticleItaly projects €5.3bn gain from 2026 Winter Games
A new economic study outlines the projected impact of the 2026 Winter Games in Italy, the first Olympics to feature ski mountaineering.
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ArticleCarbios, Wankai advance PET biorecycling deal
The French biotech and a major Chinese PET producer have finalized a long-term partnership to build Asia’s first large-scale PET biorecycling plant.
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ArticleOUTO graduates new DACH changemakers
The European nonprofit has graduated its latest group of changemakers working to improve inclusion, access and representation across the outdoor sector.
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ArticleEU scales back corporate sustainability rules
Brussels has agreed to scale back key sustainability and due diligence rules, reshaping future reporting and supply-chain oversight for European industries.
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ArticleSweet Protection expands UK–Ireland distribution
A leading UK distributor is widening its partnership with the Norwegian protection brand, adding snow helmets and eyewear ahead of the FW26 season.
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ArticleOberalp appoints new Dynafit brand director
The mountain-sports group has hired a seasoned outdoor executive with deep global expertise to guide one of its fastest-growing performance brands.
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ArticleOutdoor movement accelerates across running, walking, hiking and local adventure
The latest global activity report by Strava highlights how younger generations are reshaping participation in running, walking, hiking and adventure travel in 2025.
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ArticleKuiu acquired by conservation-driven investor group
The US hunting-gear specialist changes ownership, joining a group of conservation-driven families aiming to support innovation and expand retail growth.
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ArticleEOG sets out major transformation plan
Europe’s outdoor industry association outlines a multi-year transformation plan to strengthen collaboration, data insight and advocacy across the sector.
