All Retail articles
-
News briefsSwedish discretionary retail recovery strengthens as HUI raises 2026 forecast
Sweden’s discretionary retail sector is recovering faster than expected as improving household finances and pent-up demand translate into stronger consumer spending.
-
News briefsDecathlon to open €15m flagship store in Oberhausen
The €15 million flagship will combine 4,500 sqm of retail space with Van Rysel and Rebike shop-in-shops as Decathlon expands across Germany.
-
ArticleDutech courts Accell dealers as takeover process continues
Potential Accell buyer Dutech has outlined a dealer-focused model and urged retailers to maintain their 2027 commitments while the insolvent bike group’s sale process continues.
-
News briefsCotswold Outdoor launches nationwide ‘We speak outdoors’ campaign
The UK outdoor retailer is rolling out new creative across its stores and digital channels as it seeks to strengthen its specialist positioning.
-
News briefsKailas Fuga scores CCC one-two during Chamonix retail push
Cristian Minoggio and Miguel Arsénio delivered a one-two finish at the CCC as Kailas Fuga used UTMB week to showcase its athletes, products and new Chamonix store.
-
News briefsKlättermusen opens its largest European store in Gothenburg
The Swedish outdoor brand has opened a 359-sqm store in central Gothenburg, its largest European location and first Swedish store outside Stockholm.
-
ArticleFenix Outdoor debuts multi-brand 'Fjällräven & Co.' retail concept
The new Boston concept combines Fjällräven, Royal Robbins, Devold and Hanwag as Fenix Outdoor experiments with a broader multi-brand retail format.
-
News briefsThe North Face taps Endvr to boost wholesale sell-through
The VF-owned outdoor brand is rolling out digital product education and sales incentives to retail associates across its U.S. and Canadian dealer network.
-
News briefsGrassroots Outdoor Alliance creates retailer development role
The retailer-owned US outdoor network has created a new senior role focused on education, communication and direct support for its independent retail members.
-
News briefsIntersport Germany accelerates store expansion toward 2030 target
The multi-sport retailer has completed 13 German store projects this fiscal year and passed the halfway point toward its 2030 expansion target.
-
ArticleDecathlon plans 50% stake in Sport 2000 France
The proposed tie-up could give Decathlon access to Sport 2000’s strong mountain network while opening the door for its brands at independent retailers.
-
ArticleAndreas Lorenz: ‘We are very clearly a challenger brand’
Haglöfs CEO Andreas Lorenz explains why the Swedish outdoor brand needs to move upmarket, rebuild awareness and rethink its products and distribution.
-
News briefsSweden’s TCM Cykel grows sales by a third
The Swedish bike retailer capitalized on excess industry inventories and is now investing in larger premises to support further growth.
-
News briefsVaude opens first brand store in Switzerland
The German outdoor brand is extending its franchise concept internationally with a 160-square-meter store operated by an experienced local retail team.
-
ArticleKailas Fuga opens first European store in Chamonix
The Chinese trail-running brand is strengthening its European presence with a permanent retail and community hub in the heart of the Alps.
-
News briefsBike&Co creates retail services role to strengthen dealer support
The German bicycle retail cooperative has appointed Nico Wilhelm to a newly created role covering leasing, financing, insurance, marketing and other dealer services.
-
ArticleHow the state of Maine connects the pieces of its outdoor economy
Maine in New England treats brands, recreation, conservation and economic development as parts of one system. Could its approach hold lessons for Europe?
-
News briefsSportScheck sets opening date for second German flagship
The Cisalfa-owned retailer will open its second German flagship in Hannover, combining 2,500 sqm of retail with services and community activities.
-
News briefsBerghaus to open first standalone store in Manchester
The British outdoor brand will open its first standalone store on Aug. 26, combining retail, repairs and community programming.
-
ArticleRevolutionRace to open first German store
The Swedish DTC outdoor brand is taking its evolving physical retail strategy abroad, choosing its largest market for its first store in Germany.
