Census Retail Sales Data Shows Retail Sales Grew in September
WASHINGTON – Data released today by the U.S. Census Bureau shows retail sales increased again in September as employment grew and inflation and interest rates...
18 October, 2024
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ICSC’s 2024 Holiday Shopping Intentions Survey Outlines Resilient Spending Among Price-Sensitive Consumers
ICSC’s 2024 Holiday Shopping Intentions Survey Outlines Resilient Spending Among Price-Sensitive Consumers Retailers can expect to see 3.0% to 3.5% growth in retail sales this holiday...
18 October, 2024
Arthur Hoeld, Executive Board member for Global Sales, to step down from the Executive Board of adidas AG Mathieu Sidokpohou appointed as successor
Arthur Hoeld, Executive Board member responsible for Global Sales, has informed adidas AG’s Supervisory Board that he will not extend his Executive Board mandate beyond...
18 October, 2024
Authentic Acquires Champion, Unveils New Brand Partners
Authentic Adds the Originator of Sweatshirts to its Storied Brand Portfolio in its Second-Largest Acquisition To-Date Joins Forces with GearCo to Preserve and Expand Champion’s Collegiate...
03 October, 2024
2024 Holiday Shopping Intentions Fueled by Consumer Optimism and Quest for Value, Reports Circana
Holiday shoppers plans to spend an average of 2% more than last year, and Black Friday hits 4-year high in expectation of best holiday deals CHICAGO,...
03 October, 2024
NIKE, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2025 First Quarter Results
BEAVERTON, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) today reported fiscal 2025 financial results for its first quarter ended August 31, 2024. First quarter revenues were $11.6...
03 October, 2024
Kizik Continues to Expand Global Reach With Japan and Canada Distribution
Trailblazing Hands-Free Footwear Brand Teams Up with Marubeni Consumer Brands and Kanner to Accelerate International Growth SALT LAKE CITY, Oct. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Kizik, the leader in...
03 October, 2024
NIKE, Inc. Board of Directors Announces Long-Time Nike Veteran Elliott Hill to Return as President and Chief Executive Officer John Donahoe to Retire from Nike
BEAVERTON, Ore.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Board of Directors of NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) announced today that Elliott Hill will become President and Chief Executive Officer of NIKE, Inc.,...
20 September, 2024
The Athlete’s Foot Opens HQ, Flagship and Community Center in Atlanta
The Athlete’s Foot (TAF) held a grand opening this week of its new corporate headquarters, flagship store and community center in Midtown Atlanta, on the...
20 September, 2024
Macy’s Names Senior VP, Creative and Production
Macy’s appointed Jason Holzman as senior vice president of Creative and Production, overseeing the teams responsible for design and copy, photo studio and marketing operations. Holzman...
20 September, 2024
Target Names Chief Financial Officer
Target Corporation has appointed Jim Lee as chief financial officer and a member of its leadership team, effective September 22. In his new role, Lee will be...
20 September, 2024
Footwear Industry Veteran Jimmy Gabriel Appointed As President & Chief Brand Officer At Aerosoles
NEW YORK, Sept. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Aerosoles, the leading global footwear company known for delivering high-quality fashion and comfort products, proudly announces the appointment of Jimmy Gabriel as...
13 September, 2024
Ross Stores Announces Merchandising Leadership Changes
DUBLIN, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ross Stores, Inc. (Nasdaq: ROST) announced today merchandising leadership changes that the Company believes will strengthen the successful execution of its off-price strategies...
13 September, 2024
CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor Shows Retail Sales Grew Again in August as Inflation Eased
WASHINGTON – Retail sales increased again in August as consumer demand and easing inflation overcame slower job growth, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor, powered by...
13 September, 2024
Designer Brands Inc. Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results
COLUMBUS, Ohio, Sept. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Designer Brands Inc. (NYSE: DBI) (the "Company," "we," "us," "our," and "Designer Brands"), one of the world's largest designers, producers,...
13 September, 2024