Latest News & Analysis – Page 9
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ArticleREI narrows losses as sales edge up
Improved margins and disciplined execution helped REI narrow losses in 2025 while continuing to invest in members, products and sustainability initiatives.
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ArticlePatagonia expands Iceland salmon farming campaign
The outdoor brand is broadening its European activism efforts around industrial salmon farming and proposed aquaculture legislation in Iceland.
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ArticleGOTS facilities rise 15% in 2025
Global Organic Textile Standard certification grew strongly in 2025, while Global Standard advanced traceability tools, due diligence systems and a new broader textile standard.
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ArticleReju spotlights textile circularity in BBC series
CEO Patrik Frisk’s Reju uses two short films to highlight polyester regeneration and its Goodwill partnership as circularity gains momentum.
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ArticleKMD reshapes board leadership
The New-Zealand-based group has named Philip Bowman as chair, linking the leadership change to its ongoing Next Level turnaround plan.
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ArticleNewell Q1 beats expectations as outdoor sales soften
Better-than-expected Q1 results and improving demand trends prompted Newell Brands to raise its 2026 outlook, even as Outdoor & Recreation sales remained lower year over year.
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ArticleBrooks posts record Q1 growth of 23%
Strong demand across footwear, trail running and apparel helped Brooks deliver the strongest quarter in its history.
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ArticleL.L.Bean goes analog again
The US retailer will pause social media for a fifth year during Mental Health Month, expanding the initiative with limited-edition totes and wellness partnerships.
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ArticleColumbia lifts earnings outlook despite flat Q1 sales
International growth and a better tariff outlook supported Columbia’s updated 2026 guidance, while US wholesale weakness weighed on Q1 sales.
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ArticleEquip secures B Corp status
The owner of Rab and Lowe Alpine has achieved B Corp certification as it advances its long-term responsible growth strategy.
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ArticlePOC returns to MTB downhill
The Swedish brand has signed a multi-year deal with Norco Adidas Race Division, marking its return to top-level downhill racing.
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ArticleSwitchback reveals headliners
Switchback Spring has announced three featured sessions for its June event in New Orleans, focused on public lands, participation trends and outdoor access.
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ArticleOR names new show lead
Outdoor Retailer has named Matthew Mathiasen as Group Show Director as the trade show prepares for its Minneapolis debut in August.
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ArticleRocky Brands grows Q1 sales, margins pressured by tariffs
Strong growth at Xtratuf and Muck Boot lifted Rocky Brands’ first-quarter sales, but tariff costs continued to pressure profitability.
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ArticleEcco debuts protein fiber shoe
The Danish footwear brand has introduced a limited-edition Biom 720 shoe featuring a new protein-based fiber made from leather production by-products.
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ArticleWiMTB launches first mentoring program
The Women in Mountain Biking Network has introduced its first mentoring program to support women+ across trail building, advocacy, guiding and coaching.
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ArticleThule Q1 profitability improves
Thule improved profitability in Q1 despite lower reported sales, supported by organic growth, cost discipline and new product launches.
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ArticleOn details impact progress
On outlined progress on decarbonization, circularity and supply chain wages while acknowledging growth-related challenges.
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ArticleFenix Outdoor improves earnings in Q1 despite restructuring
Fenix Outdoor reported a solid start to the year, but restructuring efforts continue to weigh on cash flow, operations and overall earnings quality.
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ArticleEOW issues final call
Organizers of the first European Outdoor Week have opened final registrations as the multi-format industry gathering approaches its May debut in Italy.
