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Dick’s Reaffirms 2025 Guidance as Analysts Zero in on Foot Locker, Nike on Q1 Call

Some shareholders are skeptical of the transaction, but Chairman Ed Stack says Foot Locker presents multiple long-term opportunities…

News May 28, 2025
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Vail Resorts CEO Kirsten Lynch Exits

Former CEO and Executive Chairperson Rob Katz will take the helm once more.

News May 27, 2025
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Rhythm Leader on Tariff Pricing: “The Surf Industry Cannot Absorb Higher Prices”

"Tariffs are not what led the industry into the challenging situation brands and retailers have been dealing with…

Executive Edition May 27, 2025
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Liberated Brands’ Bankruptcy Case Dismissed After Falling Short on Asset Sale Expectations  

Liberated’s unsecured creditors, such as factories and service providers, will not be receiving any of the money that…

News May 23, 2025
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Mountain Equipment Company’s Chris Speyer on Becoming an Owner and Go Forward Plans

The Canadian retailer will start producing some private label products domestically under its new ownership group led by…

News May 21, 2025
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Nordstrom’s Bid to Go Private Finalized with Acquisition by Nordstrom Family and Liverpool

Effective Tuesday, Nordstrom's common stock will no longer trade on the New York Stock Exchange and will be…

News May 20, 2025
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Surf Industry Vets Make Retail Play in Hawaii and Florida

While the current economic climate does not scream “Take a risk and open new retail stores!" retail veterans…

Executive Edition May 20, 2025
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Patagonia Brings Wetsuit Repair Tour to Chicago’s Cold Water Surfers

Great Lakes surfers took advantage of free repair services from Patagonia and rounded out the weekend with a…

News May 16, 2025
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Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Welcomes Five New Retailer Members

Retailers in Michigan, Maryland, South Dakota, and Wisconsin joined GOA ahead of its Connect Show in June.

News May 16, 2025
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Dick’s-Foot Locker Merger Driven by Nike’s Renewed Wholesale Focus, Says Dick’s Chairman

Dick’s announced plans Thursday to acquire Foot Locker’s global 2,400-store footprint in a deal valued at $2.5 billion.

News May 15, 2025
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Opinion: Surf Shop Day Highlights Importance of Shops in Surf Culture

Celebrate surf culture and the independent shops that are the cornerstone of global surf communities on May 17.

News May 9, 2025
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