September Retail Sales Beat On Back-to-School Surge
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Oct 08, 5:40PM CDT
Retailers posted September same-store sales gains Thursday that inched past analysts' views, as consumers stepped up spending at the end of the back-to-school season. Sales at stores that were open for at least a year rose 0.8% from a year earlier,...
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Athletic Footwear Market in the US 2015-2019 - Key Vendors are Adidas, ASICS, New Balance, Nike & Skechers
M2 - Thu Oct 08, 9:46AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/rr6ss4/athletic_footwear) has announced the addition of the "Athletic Footwear Market in the US 2015-2019" report to their offering. Athletic Footwear Market in the US 2015-2019, has been prepared based on an in-depth market analysis with inputs from industry experts. It covers the Athletic Footwear market landscape in the US and its growth prospects in the coming years. The report also includes a discussion of the key vendors operating in this market. Increased interest in athletic sports, surging demand for innovative footwear, increased awareness of healthy lifestyles, and increase in seasonal sales with sports events are the factors contributing to the growth of the Athletic Footwear market in the US. Growing demand for innovative footwear is one of the key trends emerging in the market. Major vendors are launching innovative and customized footwear. For instance, Adidas launched its Energy Boost shoes in 2013, which carry a tiny melted energy capsule in their midsole. These shoes help athletes run for longer with less effort and without expending much energy. According to the report, increased demand for comfortable footwear as a result of changes in lifestyle and consumer preference for comfort over price is propelling market growth. Hectic work schedules and the growing number of health-related issues are encouraging people to adopt daily exercise routines. Further, the report states that one of the major challenges faced by this market is the rise in raw material costs. Vendors are witnessing a decline in their profit margins as a result of rising raw material prices, thus hindering market growth. The Athletic Footwear market in the US can be segmented into five divisions: - Walking and Running Shoes - Basketball Shoes - Cross-training/Fitness Shoes - Classics - Others Key Vendors - Adidas - ASICS - New Balance - Nike - Skechers Other Prominent Vendors - Avia - British Knights - Brooks Sports - Etnies - Johnston & Murphy - K-Swiss - LA Gear - LaCrosse Footwear - Lakai Footwear - Newton Running - Nfinity Athletic - OSIRIS Shoes - Pony International - Red Wing Shoes - Rockport - Rocky Brands - Saucony - Under Armour - Vans - Xero Shoes Key Topics Covered: - Executive Summary - List of Abbreviations - Scope of the Report - Market Research Methodology - Introduction - Market Landscape - Market Segmentation by Type - Buying Criteria - Market Growth Drivers - Drivers and their Impact - Market Challenges - Impact of Drivers and Challenges - Market Trends - Trends and their Impact - Athletic Footwear Market in US by Distribution Channel 2014 - Vendor Landscape - Key Vendor Analysis For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/rr...c_footwear
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'Fast Money' Recap: 'Dash for Trash' Stocks Won't Last Much Longer
at The Street - Thu Oct 08, 4:00AM CDT
The trading panel discussed why investors are putting money into beaten-down energy and materials stocks, and whether Twitter has finally found its Moments in the sun.
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Covered Call Alerts For Apple, The Kroger Co, Alcoa, SolarCity and Under Armour Released By InvestorsObserver
PR Newswire - Wed Oct 07, 8:31AM CDT
InvestorsObserver issues critical PriceWatch Alerts for AAPL, KR, AA, SCTY and UA.
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DICK'S Sporting on Track with Store Expansion, Adds 3 More
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Tue Oct 06, 1:00PM CDT
DICK'S Sporting Goods Inc. (DKS) has taken another step toward fortifying its store base by announcing the inaugural of three new stores on Oct 16.
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8 Things to Watch This Earnings Season
at The Street - Mon Oct 05, 9:00AM CDT
A reality check for the next 2 months of retail results
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Under Armour Challenges Youth Hockey Teams to Compete for a Chance to "be the Habs" for a Day
CNW Group - Mon Oct 05, 8:36AM CDT
Global Performance Brand Teams Up with the Montreal Canadiens for Storm the Centre Competition
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The 10 Best S&P 500 Stocks in All of 2015
at The Street - Sat Oct 03, 10:31AM CDT
The U.S. market indices had modest gains in the first half of the year, but stocks took a major nosedive in August. Here are the best performing stocks to date.
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The Under Armour Segment That's Sprinting Ahead
Bradley Seth McNew, The Motley Fool - Motley Fool - Sat Oct 03, 9:00AM CDT
Photo of the author sporting the Under Armour SpeedForm Fortis running shoes. September 2015. Under Armour has been getting attention in a lot of different sports lately, from basketball and golf to ballet and gymnastics. However, one of its...
UA: 102.32 (+1.18)
Facebook EPS Growth To Heat Up As IBD 50 Peers Cool
at Investor's Business Daily - Sat Oct 03, 7:02AM CDT
Earnings season is coming back around the bend, and Facebook (FB), Starbucks (SBUX) and Avago Technologies (AVGO) are just a few of the notable stocks on this week's IBD 50 roundup. While many IBD 50 companies are expected to report a...
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Yahoo, Nike Chiefs Lead The Week's Insider Trades
at Investor's Business Daily - Fri Oct 02, 4:43PM CDT
Top brass at Yahoo (YHOO) acquired some company shares, while Nike (NKE) and Paycom Software (PAYC) management engaged in selling activity this week. Here's a look at several notable trades. Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer disclosed the net acquisition of...
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Shoe Sales: How Fast Can Nike, Under Armour Run?
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Oct 01, 3:25PM CDT
Under Armour (UA) scored big points with consumers last week with strong athletic footwear sales gains that far outpaced the performance of its peers. In the week that ended Sept. 26, total athletic footwear sales rose 4.9% from a year earlier,...
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Under Armour Turns to 73-Year-Old Sports Icon to Sponsor New Line
at The Street - Thu Oct 01, 1:43PM CDT
Under Armour's ties with Jordan Spieth and Stephen Curry have paid off big. Now it's hoping a boxing legend can do the same for its training gear.
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DICK'S Sporting Expands Further: Does this Signify Growth?
Zacks Equity Research - Zacks Investment Research - Thu Oct 01, 1:20PM CDT
DICK'S Sporting Goods Inc. (DKS) has taken another step toward fortifying its store base by announcing the inaugural of two new namesake stores in North Carolina and Nebraska, and its fourth All-American Sports Center in Illinois.
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10 Best S&P 500 Consumer Stocks in the Third Quarter
at The Street - Thu Oct 01, 8:20AM CDT
Here are the 10 stocks in the consumer discretionary sector which had the best third-quarter.
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Why Under Armour Wants To Be The Facebook Of Fitness
at Investor's Business Daily - Thu Oct 01, 7:02AM CDT
Under Armour (UA) is no doubt still a distant second to Nike (NKE) in sportswear revenue, but the Baltimore-based challenger is looking to unseat the champion through an off-court battleground: by becoming the Facebook of fitness. "We all know that...
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Under Armour, Inc. To Report Third Quarter 2015 Earnings and Webcast Conference Call
PR Newswire - Thu Oct 01, 7:00AM CDT
Under Armour, Inc. (NYSE: UA) will report the results of its third quarter ended September 30, 2015 on Thursday, October 22, 2015 at 7:15 a.m. ET. Under Armour management will host a conference call to discuss the results beginning at 8:30 a.m. ET. This call will be webcast live at http://investor.underarmour.com/events.cfm and will be archived and available for replay approximately three hours after the live event.
UA: 102.32 (+1.18)
United States Running Apparel and Footwear Market 2015-2019 with Adidas, ASICS, Nike, Puma & Skecher Dominating
M2 - Thu Oct 01, 6:11AM CDT
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/lcxd28/running_apparel) has announced the addition of the "Running Apparel and Footwear Market in the US 2015-2019" report to their offering. The running apparel and footwear market in the US to grow at a CAGR of 5.92% in terms of revenue over the period 2014-2019. Growing awareness of health and fitness worldwide has increased the popularity of running as it is considered one of the best activities to enhance physical fitness. Marathons are also increasingly popular, with participation not restricted to athletes alone. The running apparel and footwear market caters to the demand generated by participation in running related events. Active consumers focus on purchasing technologically advanced apparel manufactured from lightweight and breathable fabrics. They also show a high inclination toward products with a casual and fashionable appearance. As a result, leading sports equipment manufacturers have begun developing running apparel and footwear that are stylish as well as functional. The rise in demand for cost-effective and high-quality products that can improve the running skills of the consumer is encouraging market players to offer advanced and comfortable running products. For this reason, the focus on R&D has increased in the industry, and leading players are launching products with advanced technologies, which can improve the overall running experience. According to the report, Participation in various fitness activities, such as running and jogging, has increased along with the rise in the number of running events, such as marathons, half marathons, and triathlons, being organized throughout the country. The rise in the number of female participants is also helpful in propelling the growth of the running apparel and footwear market. Further, the report states that the market is highly fragmented with the presence of several vendors. Leading vendors, such as Nike, Adidas, Puma, and ASICS, face increased competition from vendors offering low-cost products. Vendors are also witnessing a decline in their profit margins owing to the rising prices of raw materials and fluctuating labor costs. Key Vendors - Adidas - ASICS - Nike - Puma - Skechers Other Prominent Vendors - Brooks - Columbia Sportswear - Eddie Bauer - Gap - Hanes - New Balance - Ralph Lauren - Under Armour - VF Key Topics Covered: 01. Executive Summary 02. List of Abbreviations 03. Scope of the Report 04. Market Research Methodology 05. Introduction 06. Global Sports Apparel and Footwear Market 07. Global Running Apparel and Footwear Market 08. Market Landscape 09. Market Segmentation by Product 10. Market Segmentation by Distribution 11. Buying Criteria 12. Market Growth Drivers 13. Drivers and their Impact 14. Market Challenges 15. Impact of Drivers and Challenges 16. Market Trends 17. Trends and their Impact 18. Vendor Landscape 19. Key Vendor Analysis 20. Other Prominent Vendors For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/lc...ng_apparel
UA: 102.32 (+1.18)
Jim Cramer -- Disney Looks Like a Buy; Beware Overseas Risks
at The Street - Wed Sep 30, 12:10PM CDT
Jim Cramer answered viewers' Twitter questions from the floor of the New York Stock Exchange. He discussed Disney, Under Armour, Ambarella and Bank of America.
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