All Retail articles – Page 5
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News briefsGrassroots expands retailer education at Connect
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance is sharpening its educational focus at the upcoming Connect Show with new sessions on AI, retail analytics and inventory planning as specialty retailers navigate increasingly complex operating conditions.
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News briefsANWR grows volume despite softer earnings
Germany’s ANWR Group increased business volume in 2025 while accelerating AI, retail analytics and international expansion initiatives.
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ArticleCotswold Outdoor Group relocates HQ to Swindon
The British retail group has relocated its headquarters to a new sustainability-focused office complex in Swindon, using mountain-inspired design elements to reinforce its outdoor retail identity and support future growth.
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News briefsGrassroots Outdoor Alliance reveals 2026 award nominees
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance has unveiled the nominees for its 2026 Specialty Awards ahead of the upcoming Grassroots Connect show in Reno, highlighting the retailers, brands and sales representatives shaping the future of independent outdoor retail.
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ArticleSport 2000 renews supervisory board leadership
Sport 2000 Group International has appointed outdoor industry veteran Martin Kössler as Chair and retail transformation specialist Chantal Dubbert as Deputy Chair as the retail network sharpens its international growth and specialist retail strategy.
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ArticleREI responds to union boycott and bargaining criticism
The outdoor retailer has pushed back against union allegations surrounding contract negotiations as workers continue a nationwide boycott during REI’s Anniversary Sale.
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News briefsREI union launches boycott during Anniversary Sale
Unionized workers are urging customers to boycott REI’s flagship Anniversary Sale in the US following contentious national contract negotiations and accusations of bad faith bargaining.
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ArticleAlpen sales rise, profit falls in Q3
Outdoor and general sports supported the Japanese sporting goods retailer’s sales growth, while warm weather and higher costs weighed on profitabil
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ArticleCTC sporting goods sales rise 6% in Q1
Canadian Tire’s sporting goods banners posted higher first-quarter sales, supported by growth in footwear, fanwear and hard goods categories.
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News briefsEcco targets 50 stores in India by 2028
The Danish footwear brand is accelerating its retail growth in India, describing the country as one of its highest-potential global markets.
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News briefsOn opens first Swedish store in Stockholm
The Swiss premium sportswear brand has opened its first retail location in Sweden, continuing its international expansion with a new flagship-style store in central Stockholm.
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ArticleSalomon accelerates retail and brand expansion
The Amer Sports-owned brand continues its retail expansion while sharpening its sportstyle positioning with new leadership.
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News briefsBerghaus expands Cumbria showroom
The British outdoor brand has tripled its showroom space in Staveley as it strengthens ties with specialty retail partners.
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ArticleBike24 sales and earnings improve in Q1
Strong demand across markets and product categories helped Bike24 lift revenue and narrow its net loss in Q1.
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News briefsXXL opens Sports Direct-inspired store
The Nordic sporting goods retailer is introducing a new store format following Frasers Group’s takeover.
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News briefsANWR steps up financial assistance for retailers
The German retail cooperative is increasing financing support amid weak consumer demand and delayed sell-through.
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News briefsREI union calls for sale boycott
Unionized workers and co-op members are escalating pressure on REI during the retailer’s largest sales event of the year.
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News briefsYonderland cuts emissions, expands circularity
The European outdoor retail group has exceeded climate targets early while scaling repair, rental and resale services across its network.
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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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News briefsSnow Peak opens Seattle community hub
The Japanese outdoor lifestyle brand has opened a 3,700-square-foot Seattle store and community space, its first new North American retail location in more than a decade.
