Billabong performance by brand, region, strategy update
Many details about the first half results including an update on potential buyers, brand performances, results by region,…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
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Updated: Naude close to landing Billabong
Paul Naude and Sycamore Partners are nearing the finish line in the Billabong acquisition race. The deal would…
News May 13, 2013
Analyst concerned about PacSun inventory
Roth Capital Partners analyst Elizabeth Pierce is worried PacSun may have too much inventory in fleece after going…
News May 13, 2013Nike sells Starter brand to Iconix
Starter is Nike's licensed league apparel business that is sold primarily at Wal-Mart. The sale follows Nike's review…
News May 13, 2013
Price controls to stop discounting return
The Wall Street Journal has an interesting front-page story today about a U.S. Supreme Court ruling that allows…
News May 13, 2013Macy’s reorganizes, thousands of jobs cut
Macy's announced a major reorganization today that will eliminate about 2,550 jobs. The company also announced same-store sales…
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More about Volcom's expanded distribution
There was some information I missed in Volcom's conference call yesterday because of technical difficulties. The transcript is…
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Zumiez comments on footwear business
Zumiez believes the macro economic environment is hurting footwear sales at its stores as shoppers delay more expensive…
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Crocs slashes forecast citing slow spending
Crocs Inc. cut its first quarter earnings forecast this week citing slower consumer spending and costs related to…
News May 13, 2013Shorts and swim weakness hurts PacSun
PacSun CEO Sally Frame Kasaks said first quarter results released this afternoon were "disappointing." The stores were hurt…
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Richard Woolcott takes on Chairman title
Volcom announced yesterday that Richard Woolcott is now the chairman of the board in addition to CEO. Chief…
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