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Sportswear

Dick’s Sporting Goods closes Foot Locker acquisition

Sep 11, 2025 / United States
The US-based sporting goods retailer has finalised its acquisition of the footwear and apparel retailer Foot Locker, which was announced in May and valued at 2.4 billion US dollars

JD Sports reports improved performance in North America

Sep 3, 2025 / United Kingdom
The UK-based sportswear retailer reported an improvement in its performance in North America in the second quarter, driven by the launch of new footwear lines. The UK remained its weakest market

On raises full year guidance

Aug 29, 2025 / Switzerland
The Switzerland-based sportswear company has raised its full year guidance following a strong performance in the second quarter, marked by significant growth in direct-to-consumer net sales

adidas posts double-digit revenue growth in the second quarter

Aug 4, 2025 / Germany
The sportswear company has reported a strong second quarter, with double-digit revenue growth of 12% year-on-year. Despite acknowledging the impact of US tariffs and future uncertainty, adidas reaffirmed its full year outlook

Nike reports fourth-quarter and full year results

Jul 2, 2025 / United States
The US-based sportswear company saw declines in revenue for both the quarter and full year, but remains hopeful, repositioning through a sport-focused strategy to renew consumer connection

adidas names Markus Morent to lead Korean Market

Jul 1, 2025 / South Korea
The German sportswear company appoints Markus Morent as head of adidas Korea, signalling renewed focus on consumer experience and growth as the company posts strong early 2025 results

Nike appoints new Chief Innovation Officer

Jun 11, 2025 / United States
Following John Hoke’s announcement of his retirement, the US-based sportswear company promoted Tony Bignell, Vice President of running footwear, to Chief Innovation Officer

adidas confirms data breach following cyberattack

May 29, 2025 / Germany
The German sportswear giant was the victim of a cyberattack targeting its customers’ personal information. However, their credit card or other payment-related data was not accessed

Under Armour reports fourth quarter and full year 2025 results

May 23, 2025 / United States
The Baltimore-based company reported a decline in fourth quarter revenue across geographies and segments, but an increase in gross margin, as it continues to reposition the brand for long-term growth

On reports strong first quarter results

May 19, 2025 / Switzerland
The Swiss sportswear company has reported a strong first quarter, with growth across all channels, regions and segments. As a result, the company has raised its full year net sales outlook

Dick’s Sporting Goods to acquire Foot Locker for 2.4 billion USD

May 16, 2025 / United States
Dick’s Sporting Goods has announced that it will acquire Foot Locker for 2.4 billion US dollars. This deal will give Dick’s a major international presence and greater market leverage with brands such as Nike and adidas

Nike shuffles leadership structure

May 14, 2025 / United States
Following Heidi O’Neill’s retirement from her role overseeing consumer, product and brand, the leadership will be divided into three areas. Amy Montagne has been promoted to President of the Nike brand

Puma profits dip in the first quarter

May 13, 2025 / Germany
The sportswear company reported a subdued performance in the first quarter, with the adjusted operating profit falling by more than 50% year-on-year due to lower gross profit margins and rising operating expenses

adidas reports strong first quarter but CEO warns of tariff impact ahead

Apr 30, 2025 / Germany
The German sportswear company has reported a 13% increase in sales in the first quarter, as compared to the same period last year. However, CEO Bjørn Gulden warned of the impact of tariffs ahead

Intersport appoints new CEO

Apr 24, 2025 / Switzerland
The Switzerland-based sporting goods retailer announced that it has appointed Tom Foley as the new Chief Executive Officer, effective from the 1st of July 2025
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