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Columbia lifts earnings outlook despite flat Q1 sales
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Rocky Brands grows Q1 sales, margins pressured by tariffs
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European Outdoor Week 2026: The industry is moving from “No Excuses” to tangible action
From May 14–19, 2026, Riva del Garda will host European Outdoor Week, combining the Outdoor Impact Summit, ORBDAYS & OUTDOOR trade show, and European Outdoor Media Day.
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A timeline: Trump’s tariffs
In this constantly updated article, OIC and SGI Europe contributors share the news on US President Trump’s tariffs impacting the industry
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Columbia lifts earnings outlook despite flat Q1 sales
International growth and a better tariff outlook supported Columbia’s updated 2026 guidance, while US wholesale weakness weighed on Q1 sales.
Rocky Brands grows Q1 sales, margins pressured by tariffs
Strong growth at Xtratuf and Muck Boot lifted Rocky Brands’ first-quarter sales, but tariff costs continued to pressure profitability.
Europe’s textile industry faces continued decline
Euratex reports a third consecutive year of decline across production, turnover and employment in Europe’s textile sector.
Chinese travel platform takes minority stake in Haglöfs
A new partnership links Haglöfs with one of China’s leading travel platforms to accelerate growth in a key outdoor market.
Lycra names sustainability VP
The US company has promoted longtime executive Alistair Williamson to lead product sustainability as it expands lower-impact fiber innovation.
OR names new show lead
Outdoor Retailer has named Matthew Mathiasen as Group Show Director as the trade show prepares for its Minneapolis debut in August.
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Short Stops Week 18, 2026
+++ Helly Hansen has opened a new regional headquarters in Barcelona to centralize operations across Spain, France, Italy, Portugal and Andorra, aiming to improve efficiency, strengthen coordination and support continued growth in Southern Europe
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