Urban Outdoor
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News briefsLa Virgule becomes Artefact
The French company specializes in 100% upcycled outdoor bags and accessories.
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ArticleColumbia targets urban hikers and modern adventurers
The US outdoor brand redefines hiking for a younger, urban audience with a new initiative that blends city exploration with outdoor adventure.
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ArticleDeckers warns of tariff impact in Q1 outlook
The US A U.S. footwear group forecasts lower Q1 sales and rising costs as tariff pressures mount and consumer demand shows signs of softening.
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News briefsTimberland appoints Darren Mckoy as creative lead
The US-based footwear brand has hired a British designer to lead its global product and creative direction.
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News briefsGregory restructures sales in Austria and Italy
The US-based backpack specialist is reorganizing distribution in two key Central European markets to strengthen its retail presence.
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News briefsIcebug to take over Canadian sales operations
The Swedish outdoor footwear brand is reshaping its North American distribution strategy to strengthen direct ties with Canadian customers.
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ArticleCanada Goose boosts profit on direct sales shift
The Canadian luxury outdoor apparel company posts solid Q4 results but refrains from providing fiscal 2026 guidance amid global economic uncertainties.
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ArticleTNF, Timberland post higher Q4 sales
US-based VF Corp. reported stronger sales at its two key outdoor brands and outlined steps to offset tariffs and return to profitability in FY26.
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News briefsWolverine Worldwide renovates global headquarters
The Michigan-based footwear and apparel group has unveiled a newly renovated workspace at its Rockford HQ for its Merrell and Saucony teams.
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News briefsBig Rock Candy Mountaineering debuts PFAS-free jacket with eVent
The US-based startup launches its first waterproof jacket using PFAS-free fabric technology from eVent Fabrics.
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News briefsKizik partners with Parkinson’s Foundation on mobility
The US hands-free footwear brand collaborates with a major nonprofit to support people with Parkinson’s through product donations, education and events.
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ArticleSales decline in Samsonite’s outdoor segment
The US-listed travel goods giant reports weaker results in its outdoor and lifestyle segment, which includes Gregory and High Sierra.
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News briefsJack Wolfskin sale to Anta Sports proceeding
The global golf group Topgolf Callaway Golf updates on the expected sale of its German outdoor brand, projecting seasonally split earnings and steady guidance.
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ArticleSolo Brands sees Q1 sales drop, Chubbies surges
The US-based outdoor lifestyle group reported a revenue decline and rising losses in Q1, while its Chubbies apparel brand delivered strong growth.
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ArticleMerrell and Saucony drive Wolverine’s Q1 growth
The US performance footwear group regained profitability in Q1, led by strong sales from its trail and running brands and despite tariff-related uncertainty.
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News briefsRossignol appoints former MEC executive as CCO
Adam Ketcheson, a veteran of North American outdoor brands, has been tapped to lead global commercial strategy for the French mountain sports equipment group.
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News briefsGregory and Finisterre launch summer bag line
The British sustainable apparel label and the US backpack specialist have teamed up for a durable, low-impact summer collection launched May 6.
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ArticleRevolutionRace grows sales, maintains profitability
The Swedish DTC brand reports modest Q3 growth and stable profits despite a challenging retail environment across key markets.
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News briefsSkechers to leave Wall Street, goes private in major acquisition deal
The American footwear brand is acquired by 3G Capital in a $9.4 billion deal.
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ArticleHelen of Troy appoints interim CEO
The US-based parent of Osprey, Hydro Flask and other outdoor and wellness brands announces a sudden leadership shake-up.
