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comScore analyzes state of the U.S. online retail economy in Q1 2010
Jun 16, 2010 First-quarter 2010 e-commerce sales indicate that non-travel online retail spending neared $34 billion for the quarter, up 10 percent over the same period in 2009, reported comScore chairman Gian Fulgoni at a recent webinar. While it was the first time sales have increased by double digits since Q2 of 2008, Fulgoni conveyed caution. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Economic Reports articles |
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Did you hear?...Small businesses regain optimism, but it’s not a recovery -- yet
Jun 2, 2010 Small businesses now say they are more optimistic about the economy but they aren’t ready to call it a recovery. See the data SNEWS gathered. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Economic Reports articles |
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Brand loyalty in recessionary times…comScore's Gian Fulgoni offers valuable insights
May 17, 2010 SNEWS was an invited guest to a presentation on brand loyalty in recessionary times by Gian Fulgoni, co-founder and executive chairman of comScore. Our summary provides key takeaways that may just change the way you think about your company’s branding and marketing strategies. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Economic Reports articles |
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Underemployment stats reveal a real drag on the economy
May 14, 2010 While unemployment figures are most often used to gauge the job situation and its effect on the economy, the less-publicized underemployment figure could be equally important. Here’s what businesses should know. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Economic Reports articles |
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Consumer sports and fitness spending plans remain cautious, but show positive trend
May 7, 2010 Despite positive overall economic trends and Q1 growth in recreation, sports and fitness markets, consumers remain cautious. What will they be willing to buy and why? Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Economic Reports articles |
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Fitness Financial News
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Fitness financials: Nautilus amends supply agreement with Land America
Sep 1, 2010 Nautilus has extended the terms on its supply agreement with Land America and Treuriver Investments for Bowflex gyms, according to a filing with the SEC. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Financial News articles |
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Fitness financials: Dick’s receives analyst downgrade, plus GSI Commerce
Aug 30, 2010 A Raymond James analyst lowered his rating on Dick's Sporting Goods to "underperform" from "market perform," and Citigroup initiated coverage on GSI Commerce with a “buy” rating. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Financial News articles |
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Fitness financials: Nautilus sells Virginia facility
Aug 25, 2010 Nautilus said it completed the sale of its manufacturing and warehouse facility to Quinton Commercial Fitness, an affiliate of Med-Fit Systems, for $2.1 million. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Financial News articles |
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Fitness financials: Hibbett Sports’ Q2 profit surges, plus Dick’s, Sears, Foot Locker
Aug 23, 2010 Hibbett Sports said its second-quarter net income was nearly triple its profit a year earlier, Dick's Sporting Goods said its Q2 net income jumped 32 percent, Sears Holdings cut its Q2 loss by more than half, and Foot Locker reported a profit for Q2 on stronger margins. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Financial News articles |
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Fitness financials: Wal-Mart’s Q2 profit rises
Aug 18, 2010 Wal-Mart Stores reported a 3.6-percent increase in second-quarter net income and raised its earnings guidance for the full year. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Fitness Financial News articles |
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Outdoor Financial News
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Outdoor financials: VF downgraded, stock falls
Sep 1, 2010 A Piper Jaffray analyst cut his rating on VF Corp., parent of The North Face and JanSport, to "neutral" from "overweight,” sending shares down. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Financial News articles |
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Outdoor financials: Merrell parent granted $9.6 million boot contract, plus Dick’s
Aug 30, 2010 Wolverine World Wide, parent of Merrell, said it has received a contract worth up to nearly $9.6 million to provide boots for the U.S. Navy, and a Raymond James analyst lowered his rating on Dick's Sporting Goods. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Financial News articles |
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Outdoor financials: Quiksilver upgraded by Moody’s, plus Jarden
Aug 25, 2010 Moody's Investors Service raised its rating on Quiksilver one notch after the company exchanged new stock for debt, and Jarden Corp. said its board of directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Financial News articles |
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Outdoor financials: Dick’s Q2 net income up 32 percent, plus Hibbett Sports
Aug 23, 2010 Dick's Sporting Goods said its second-quarter net income jumped 32 percent, and Hibbett Sports said its second-quarter net income was nearly triple its profit a year earlier as its sales surged. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Financial News articles |
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Outdoor financials: Mammut’s parent reports sales for first half of ‘10
Aug 18, 2010 The Conzzeta Group, parent of Mammut Sports, reported a 4.7-percent increase in consolidated net revenues for the first half of 2010. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Outdoor Financial News articles |
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Did you hear?…Credit card swipe fee legislation clears final hurdle
Jul 19, 2010 The U.S. Senate has passed a financial reform bill that includes a provision to regulate credit card and debit card swipe fees that have burdened retailers. Get the details here. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Other articles |
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Congress works to relieve retailers on costs of rising swipe fees on credit and debit cards
May 28, 2010 The Senate has passed an amendment to its financial reform bill to reduce so called “swipe fees” on credit card and debit cards – fees that stack up and can put a big ding in retailers’ profits. Read Story | Comment on this story | Go to all Other articles |
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Lilypond Roadrunner Carry-on Rolling Duffel Aug 30, 2010 Lilypond's Roadrunner duffel not only looks great, but this rugged hauler also stands up to the all the abuse airport luggage handlers can dish out. Read Review | Comment on this review | Go to all Product Reviews |
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TrakFitness weight attachments Aug 23, 2010 Attach TrakHandles and a TrakBar to strength training equipment in your home or at a gym, and you'll have complete, smooth movement on three axes for better mobility, less strain and better functional training. Read Review | Comment on this review | Go to all Product Reviews |
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Scape Sunscreen Aug 16, 2010 The SNEWS team was very impressed with Scape sunscreen, which goes on smoothly, stays put when you're in water or sweating, and has a mild fragrance. Read Review | Comment on this review | Go to all Product Reviews |
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Outdoor Retailer Summer Market ’10: Products that are The New, The Cool, The Quirky too, Pt. 2
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Beyond Coastal and Chums Sponsor Park City Point 2 Point Race
Sep 2, 2010
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Flylow Appoints Backbone Media to Handle Social Media
Sep 2, 2010
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Mile High Mountaineering Offers Unique Support Program for Retailers
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What’s Up PR presents “The Art of Feng Shui in Specialty Retail"
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Big City Mountaineers Announces Early Application Process for 2011 Summer Climbs
Sep 1, 2010
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Kokatat Sponsors Channel Islands Sea Kayaking Expedition
Sep 1, 2010
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Flylow Appoints Backbone Media to Handle Social Media
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Mile High Mountaineering Offers Unique Support Program for Retailers
Sep 2, 2010
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What’s Up PR presents “The Art of Feng Shui in Specialty Retail"
Sep 2, 2010
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Big City Mountaineers Announces Early Application Process for 2011 Summer Climbs
Sep 1, 2010
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Kokatat Sponsors Channel Islands Sea Kayaking Expedition
Sep 1, 2010
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Camping participation rises slightly, say latest reports
Sep 1, 2010
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SNEWS Youth Team: Three CEOs weigh in with youth reporters
Sep 1, 2010
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Outdoor financials: VF downgraded, stock falls
Sep 1, 2010
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Sep 1, 2010
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SNEWS Youth Team: Three CEOs weigh in with youth reporters
Sep 1, 2010
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Outdoor financials: VF downgraded, stock falls
Sep 1, 2010
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