Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

While COVID-19 has accelerated the adoption of many new shopping behaviors and expectations, there is another trend that the pandemic has pushed forward: interest in the outdoors. Participation in outdoor activities increased by nearly 25 million people over the past decade, and nearly half that number visited the U.S.’s

Outdoor 249

Outdoor Sporting Goods Advertising Consumer 249

A1 Retail

JANUARY 10, 2023

Similarly, the rush to buy gifts and Christmas party outfits benefitted clothing and department stores, which returned to growth in December, rising 1.5 Sports and outdoor retailers saw their largest increase (3.5 percent and 2.8 percent respectively compared to -3.0 percent and -1.5 percent in November. percent in November).

Finance 98

Finance Outdoor Supermarket Department Stores 98

Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 4, 2024

Investors cautious about growing pains Amer Sports’ stock market debut signals that it has no plans of slowing down and is in fact looking to accelerate its growth. Despite Salomon and Arc’teryx being primarily outdoor-performance brands, the fashion industry has welcomed them with open arms as serious apparel designers.

Sporting Goods 130

Sporting Goods Fashion Outdoor Wholesale 130

Retail Focus

DECEMBER 5, 2022

With 2022 as the first year of MAPIC’s fully-fledged return post-pandemic, the atmosphere has been optimistic and energetic, with people looking forward to the experience of in-person retail and interactions.

Finance 183

Finance Outdoor Consumer Accounting 183

A1 Retail

MAY 9, 2023

percent) – as rising costs continue to place pressure on Brits’ finances. percent) – as rising costs continue to place pressure on Brits’ finances. percent), as the Easter weekend and arrival of spring encouraged more Brits to enjoy social and outdoor activities. percent but slightly higher than March (4.0

Consumer 52

Consumer Planning Outdoor Finance 52

Small Biz Trends

JULY 9, 2022

million of its American Rescue Plan Act funds to a small business grant program. The Maryland Department of Commerce will use the funds to support small businesses through MEAF’s revolving loan fund, which supports small businesses that don’t qualify for traditional loans or financing. The deadline to apply is Aug.

Kiosk 111

Kiosk Outdoor Finance Planning 111

Inside Retail

JUNE 5, 2023

Seven more stores are planned for opening this year. With the pandemic fading in the rearview mirror, inflation becoming more subdued and consumer confidence returning, the home improvement sector is heating up along with Thailand’s summer weather. Forty of its 113 stores in Thailand are in the Greater Bangkok area.

Marketing 130

Marketing Net Profit Sporting Goods Outdoor 130