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Decathlon unveils its first neoprene-free wetsuit in Hendaye, France

Decathlon unveils its first neoprene-free wetsuit in Hendaye, France

With its partner Yulex, the sportswear chain has designed a surf shorty and snorkelling top at its research centre in Hendaye, France, made from 100% natural rubber, with no petroleum derivatives.
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As tennis mania looms, Adidas launches 'London' tennis collection

As tennis mania looms, Adidas launches 'London' tennis collection

With tennis’s big season coming into sight, Adidas has unveiled a new ‘London’ Tennis Collection targeting those who play on grass courts.
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Goodhood moves to larger new concept store

Goodhood moves to larger new concept store

​Cult concept retailer Goodhood has relocated its London store, moving to a bigger space near busy Spitalfields Market and Brick Lane in East London.
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AWWG in key deal with G-III for global brand growth; Iberia, US, India in focus

AWWG in key deal with G-III for global brand growth; Iberia, US, India in focus

​The Spanish owner of Pepe Jeans and Hackett, AAWG, has announced a “strategic and investment partnership with the global leader in fashion G-III Apparel Group, via an ownership stake of approximately 12% of AWWG”.
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By signing up Zendaya, On is playing on Nike, Adidas and Puma's turf

By signing up Zendaya, On is playing on Nike, Adidas and Puma's turf

With the American star as its new "brand partner," the Swiss brand is moving well beyond performance sports and asserting itself a little more as a challenger to the major sport-lifestyle labels.
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New Era Cap to acquire '47

New Era Cap to acquire '47

Sportswear brand New Era Cap announced on Thursday it has acquired '47, a privately held premium sports lifestyle brand. Financial terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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The parent company of Le Coq Sportif makes more losses

The parent company of Le Coq Sportif makes more losses

Airesis, the Swiss parent company of Le Coq Sportif announced on Wednesday that it would make a loss of 36 million Swiss francs (37 million euros) in 2023.
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Lululemon is coming to an office (and golf course) near you

Lululemon is coming to an office (and golf course) near you

The Canadian maker of leggings and leotards reported better-than-expected first-quarter earnings, and upgraded its profit outlook for the full year. The shares rose as much as 9% in premarket trading.
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Harrods dives into first ESG report, makes progress but lots still to do

Harrods dives into first ESG report, makes progress but lots still to do

​Harrods has released its first-ever Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) report, “marking a milestone” in its sustainability journey.
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N Brown makes strong progress but sales are still down

N Brown makes strong progress but sales are still down

N Brown’s latest results came with a sub-heading of “continued strategic progress delivering for our customers. Adjusted EBITDA above market expectations and return to profit. Strong balance sheet and liquidity”.
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Authentic Brands confirms Champion acquistion

Authentic Brands confirms Champion acquistion

Authentic Brands Group confirmed on Wednesday the acquisition of the Champion Athleticwear brand from HanesBrands, following reports of the deal in April.  
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Lululemon jumps after raising its full-year profit outlook

Lululemon jumps after raising its full-year profit outlook

Lululemon Athletica Inc. raised its profit outlook for the full year while also beating market expectations for earnings in the first quarter, driving shares up in extended trading. 
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Kith and TaylorMade tap Jimmy Fallon for latest collaboration

Kith and TaylorMade tap Jimmy Fallon for latest collaboration

Dubbed 'Kith for TaylorMade 2024', the collection launched with a campaign featuring actor and TV personality Jimmy Fallon.
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Sport 2000 becomes Sport 2000 Group International

Sport 2000 becomes Sport 2000 Group International

Under the new corporate name, the various national organisations should become even closer in the future. The ANWR subsidiary's sales recently fell by 7%. 
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The Beaumanoir Group's plan to put Boardriders back on top in Europe

The Beaumanoir Group's plan to put Boardriders back on top in Europe

The Beaumanoir Group has taken over the Western European operations of Quiksilver, Roxy and Billabong. It's CEO, Jérôme Drianno talks about this move into sportswear, retail expansion and the current redundancy plan.
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Inditex Q1 sales growth slowed but retail giant remains buoyant

Inditex Q1 sales growth slowed but retail giant remains buoyant

Inditex’s ability to wring impressive sales growth out of even the toughest economic backdrop seemed to falter in the three months to April 30 as its Q1 growth slowed. But Q2 shows it back on track.
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