Outdoor

Baltic sporting goods market holding its breath as Decathlon increases its presence in 2025
13 March 2025By Vlad Vorotnikov
However, the French giant’s regional investments may also be good news for local retailers.
XXL CEO: ‘2025 is the year we return to growth’
12 March 2025By Mattias Björklund
Outdoor and sports retailer XXL has had two long, harsh years. But in 2025, CEO Freddy Sobin believes, there will be a change.
Josee Larocque, Elevate Outdoor Collective: “Be proud and optimistic about that future!”
8 March 2025By Susa Schreiner
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.
Frasers forms ten-year partnership with GMG to launch Sports Direct in MENA
28 February 2025By Mattias Björklund
A 50-store expansion plan is set to increase Frasers Group’s footprint in the Gulf region and Egypt.
Arc’teryx delivered over $2bn in FY24 revenues for Amer Sports
26 February 2025By Bob McGee
A financial turning point in Amer Sports’ journey occurred in Q4. Arc’teryx is still the strongest brand in Amer’s portfolio.
New Chairman joins Decathlon
25 February 2025By Wolfgang Greiner
Fabien Derville has a successor as Chairman of the Board at Decathlon.
Sports Direct owner Frasers Group abandons XXL ASA bid
21 February 2025By Mattias Björklund
Frasers Group will not pursue a voluntary offer for shares in XXL ASA at NOK 10 (€0.86) per share.
Garmin’s fitness segment drives record Q4 and FY24 growth
21 February 2025By SGI Europe Editorial Team
The fitness segment led record FY24 growth, with wearables driving a 32 percent sales surge.
OutDoor 2025 trade show paused
13 February 2025By SGI Europe Editorial Team
OutDoor 2025 has been paused by Messe München (MMG) and the European Outdoor Group (EOG).