Financial News: Page 22


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    After record Q4, Dick’s plans greatest square footage expansion since 2017

    The sporting goods retailer is opening eight House of Sport stores in 2024, as well as 16 next-generation locations as it increases store investments.

    By March 14, 2024
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    Peloton CFO leans on cost cutting to reverse post-pandemic slump

    Finance chief Liz Coddington is slashing overhead costs and driving more revenue from Peloton’s digital subscription and bike rental businesses.

    By Suman Bhattacharyya • March 14, 2024
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    On plans 100 more stores in the coming years

    The Swiss athletics brand continues to build out its global footprint, opening stores in China, Germany and Latin America as it leans into its DTC channels.

    By March 13, 2024
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    Purple posts sales increase for the first time in 8 quarters

    While it has taken a while, the company is “extremely encouraged” by the response to recent product launches intended to broaden its customer base.

    By March 13, 2024
  • Dollar Tree, Family Dollar to close 1,000 stores

    The company said continued inflation is pressuring Family Dollar's core customer base.

    By Nate Delesline III • March 13, 2024
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    Petco in search of a new CEO as Q4 disappoints

    Former Best Buy executive Mike Mohan is taking over in the interim as the pet retailer struggles with profitability.

    By March 13, 2024
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    Allbirds taps new CEO, plans store closures

    COO Joe Vernachio takes over from co-founder Joey Zwillinger on Friday as the DTC brand reported a 15% sales drop in 2023.

    By March 13, 2024
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    Kohl’s brings in Babies R Us after rough holiday quarter

    The struggling department store is increasingly relying on other brands, including Amazon and Sephora, to draw customers to its stores.

    By March 12, 2024
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    The Body Shop’s US operation forced into liquidation as UK parent takes its cash

    The U.S. subsidiary ceased operating as of March 1 and told a bankruptcy court it didn’t get advance notice of its British owner's restructuring.

    By March 12, 2024
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    Liquid Death closes funding round valuing business at $1.4B

    The beverage maker said the $67 million in new financing will be used to grow distribution and accelerate product innovation.

    By Christopher Doering • March 11, 2024
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    As it plans 90 stores, Ross refocuses DD’s on existing markets

    The smaller banner will shift focus and undergo an “in-depth analysis” of its customer base amid disappointing performance in newer markets.

    By Nate Delesline III • March 11, 2024
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    Funko chief financial and operating officer to step down as toymaker preps for ‘softer’ content schedule

    Steve Nave’s resignation comes as the company continues to brace for economic headwinds.

    By Grace Noto • March 11, 2024
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    American Eagle has ‘refocused’ logistics arm amid third-party business woes

    The retailer faced $98.3 million in impairment and restructuring charges from Quiet Platforms in Q4 as it adjusted to reduced e-commerce fulfillment demand.

    By Max Garland • March 8, 2024
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    New York Stock Exchange moves to delist apparel retailer Express

    Concerns about the company’s long-term financial health have continued to surface over the last year.

    By Nate Delesline III • March 8, 2024
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    The Weekly Closeout: BowFlex files for Chapter 11, Public Lands partners with Saucony

    The at-home fitness company has a $37.5 million buyout offer, and the Dick’s Sporting Goods banner teamed up with the footwear brand on running shoes.

    By Retail Dive Staff • March 8, 2024
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    Gap, Old Navy make progress on long road to recovery

    New Gap Inc. CEO Richard Dickson touted market share gains at the company’s biggest brands, but analysts say they have further to go.

    By March 8, 2024
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    Big Lots’ cost-cutting efforts helped it ‘maintain liquidity through a challenging period’

    CEO Bruce Thorn also said the retailer is expanding its assortment of bargain merchandise, which is expected to account for 75% of sales in 2024.

    By Nate Delesline III • March 7, 2024
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    Ashley Home acquires Nectar mattress owner Resident Home

    As part of the deal, Resident co-founders and co-CEOs Eric Hutchinson and Ran Reske will remain in their current positions.

    By Howard Ruben • March 7, 2024
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    Beyond Inc. acquires Zulily brand for $4.5M

    The Overstock and Bed Bath & Beyond parent company purchased the online discount retailer to further position itself in the off-price market.

    By March 7, 2024
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    Birkenstock’s expanding production capacity lifts sales as it eyes more growth ahead

    The footwear brand plans to double capacity in the next three years, spending tens of millions of dollars along the way. 

    By March 7, 2024
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    Oddity pushes forward with new brands as it posts 44% revenue growth in Q4

    The Il Makiage and SpoiledChild owner finished 2023 on a high note, swinging to a profit in the fourth quarter, and plans to launch two brands in 2025.

    By March 7, 2024
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    Amid tepid results, Foot Locker turns to store revamps and immersive concepts

    The retailer is overhauling most of its namesake and Kids Foot Locker fleet while it invests in new store concepts.

    By March 6, 2024
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    Citing momentum over the holidays, Nordstrom moves deeper into off-price

    The retailer will open even more of its Rack stores this year than in 2023, but analysts warned that its full-line business also requires attention.

    By March 6, 2024
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    Amer Sports reports double-digit sales growth in first earnings post-IPO

    Sales at the sporting goods company surged 23% last year as Arc’teryx led the technical apparel segment to 45% growth.

    By March 6, 2024
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    Target to launch paid membership program to rival Amazon Prime, Walmart+

    Target Circle 360 will cost $99 a year and comes as the retailer plans 300 new stores in the coming decade.

    By Nate Delesline III • March 5, 2024