All Outdoor articles
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ArticleBaltic sporting goods market holding its breath as Decathlon increases its presence in 2025
However, the French giant’s regional investments may also be good news for local retailers.
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ArticleXXL CEO: ‘2025 is the year we return to growth’
Outdoor and sports retailer XXL has had two long, harsh years. But in 2025, CEO Freddy Sobin believes, there will be a change.
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ArticleJosee Larocque, Elevate Outdoor Collective: “Be proud and optimistic about that future!”
Josee Larocque has taken over the reins at Elevate Outdoor Collective in turbulent times - but is firmly convinced that the winter and outdoor sports market will recover.
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ArticleFrasers forms ten-year partnership with GMG to launch Sports Direct in MENA
A 50-store expansion plan is set to increase Frasers Group’s footprint in the Gulf region and Egypt.
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ArticleArc’teryx delivered over $2bn in FY24 revenues for Amer Sports
A financial turning point in Amer Sports’ journey occurred in Q4. Arc’teryx is still the strongest brand in Amer’s portfolio.
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News briefsNew Chairman joins Decathlon
Fabien Derville has a successor as Chairman of the Board at Decathlon.
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News briefsSports Direct owner Frasers Group abandons XXL ASA bid
Frasers Group will not pursue a voluntary offer for shares in XXL ASA at NOK 10 (€0.86) per share.
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ArticleGarmin’s fitness segment drives record Q4 and FY24 growth
The fitness segment led record FY24 growth, with wearables driving a 32 percent sales surge.
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News briefsOutDoor 2025 trade show paused
OutDoor 2025 has been paused by Messe München (MMG) and the European Outdoor Group (EOG).
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ArticleXXL revenues contracted 1.8% in Q4
Despite continued negative market developments in the Nordic sports and outdoor markets, the Group’s results are benefiting from a cost reduction programme.
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News briefsRevolutionRace reports 12% Q2 growth, Alpine collection sales surge
The Swedish DTC brand sees early 2025 sales growth despite market challenges.
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ArticleLatest on the OutDoor show in Munich: ‘Momentum builds, but it is not yet guaranteed’
The European Outdoor Group (EOG) shared the latest updates on the evolution of the OutDoor trade show, formerly known as “OutDoor by ISPO.”
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ArticleRab and Lowe Alpine parent refocuses on North America
Equip Outdoor Technologies wants to grow in North America and is reorganizing its US operations.
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ArticleISPO Munich 2024 in a nutshell
SGI Europe’s editorial team gathers the news and trends of ISPO Munich 2024 and gives their own impressions.
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ArticleFueled by technical apparel segment, Amer Sports reports strong Q3
The parent company of Salomon, Armada, Atomic and many more brands reports strong growth, led by its premium outdoor and ski brands, and outlines strategic leadership changes and future plans.
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ArticleGuillaume Meyzenq to be Salomon’s new President and CEO
An experienced executive and company veteran is taking charge at Salomon.
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ArticleCanada Goose results impacted by weak DTC comps
The Canadian group’s Q2 saw a 30% drop in operating income amid declining wholesale and DTC sales, but a tax recovery lifted profitability by 54% to C$6.3M.
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News briefsRVRC sees strong sales growth in September
The DTC outdoor company reports solid September growth and prepares for new product launches in a seasonally strong quarter.
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ArticleMoncler nine-month sales rise by 6 percent
The Italian luxury group reported a 6% revenue rise over nine months, led by robust direct-to-consumer sales and substantial gains in Asia, despite challenges in Japan.
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ArticleColumbia Sportswear reports margin improvement despite sales decline in Q3
Columbia Sportswear saw a 5% revenue decline in Q3, but it boosted its gross margin thanks to lower freight costs and a favorable sales mix. Despite lower US demand, growth in EMEA and LAAP regions balanced results.
