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business4 months ago

Dick's Sporting Goods Acquires Foot Locker in $2.4 Billion Deal

Dick's Sporting Goods has completed a $2.4 billion acquisition of Foot Locker, creating a combined company with over 3,200 stores worldwide. Mary Dillon has exited as CEO of Foot Locker, and Ann Freeman, a Nike veteran, has been appointed president of Foot Locker North America, amid leadership restructuring aimed at revitalizing the brand and expanding growth. The deal is expected to generate significant cost synergies and enhance global retail presence.

via WWD|
#acquisition#business#dicks-sporting-goods
business4 months ago

Dick's Sporting Goods Boosts Outlook Amid Strong Q2 Performance

Dick's Sporting Goods exceeded second-quarter earnings expectations and raised its full-year sales and earnings guidance, driven by strong comparable sales and gross margin expansion. The company also announced the upcoming acquisition of Foot Locker, which is expected to enhance its market position despite Foot Locker's current struggles. The acquisition will be operated as a separate entity, with plans to provide separate performance updates for each brand.

via CNBC|
#acquisition#business#dicks-sporting-goods
business5 months ago

Senator Warren and Jim Cramer Weigh in on Dick's-Foot Locker Merger Concerns

Senator Elizabeth Warren has urged the FTC and DOJ to scrutinize and potentially block the $2.4 billion merger between Dick's Sporting Goods and Foot Locker, citing concerns over reduced competition, higher prices, and job cuts in the athletic footwear sector, especially given the sector's ongoing consolidation and the potential for creating a duopoly.

via CNBC|
#antitrust#business#competition
business1 year ago

Foot Locker Shares Plunge Amid Weak Sales and Gloomy Outlook

Foot Locker's shares fell 15% after the company reported disappointing quarterly results and issued a gloomy holiday outlook, largely due to soft consumer demand and elevated promotions. The retailer, heavily reliant on Nike, noted 'softness' in Nike's performance, impacting its own sales. Foot Locker revised its full-year guidance downward, expecting sales to decline and earnings per share to fall below Wall Street expectations. Despite challenges, the company saw some positive signs, such as improved gross margins and growth in comparable sales for certain brands.

via CNBC|
#business#earnings#foot-locker
retail1 year ago

Retail Earnings Surge, But Consumer Comeback Uncertain

Despite strong first-quarter results from retailers like Gap and Foot Locker, the success is attributed to effective execution and strategic changes rather than a broad consumer spending comeback. Shoppers are being more selective due to inflation and economic pressures, prioritizing value and convenience. Gap's turnaround under new leadership and Foot Locker's store redesigns have driven their improved performance. Meanwhile, retailers like American Eagle and Kohl's struggled due to poor execution and missing trends.

via CNBC|
#consumer-spending#foot-locker#gap
business1 year ago

Foot Locker Stock Soars 30% on Positive Q1 Earnings

Foot Locker shares surged nearly 20% after reporting better-than-expected Q1 earnings, driven by its "Lace Up Plan" focusing on digital business, store experience, and brand building. Despite a slight drop in same-store sales, the company beat earnings estimates and reaffirmed its 2024 guidance, showing early signs of success in its strategic initiatives.

via Yahoo Finance|
#business#digital-transformation#foot-locker
business1 year ago

Foot Locker Stock Soars on Strong Q1 Earnings and Turnaround Hopes

Foot Locker shares surged nearly 20% after Q1 earnings exceeded expectations, driven by the company's "Lace Up Plan" focusing on digital business, store experience, and loyalty programs. Despite a slight drop in same-store sales, the results were better than anticipated, and the company reaffirmed its 2024 guidance. Foot Locker is investing in store remodels and digital sales, including the FLX Rewards loyalty program, to enhance consumer engagement and insights.

via Yahoo Finance|
#business#digital-transformation#earnings
business1 year ago

Foot Locker's Turnaround Gains Momentum with Strong Q1 Earnings

Foot Locker's turnaround efforts are showing positive signs, with a smaller-than-expected decline in comparable sales and a 15% surge in shares. CEO Mary Dillon highlights the success of the company's Lace Up Plan, revamped rewards program, and mobile app. Despite challenges like inflation and fluctuating brand partnerships, Foot Locker's average selling price rose, indicating consumer willingness to pay full price for desirable products. The company is also revamping its stores to attract top brands and customers.

via CNBC|
#business#ceo#foot-locker
finance1 year ago

"Wall Street Analysts' Take on Micron's Market Performance and AI Potential"

Wall Street's top analyst calls include Stifel upgrading Micron Technology due to tightening DRAM supply, while Telsey Advisory downgrades Foot Locker citing higher spending. Other upgrades include Edwards Lifesciences, Shake Shack, and Akamai Technologies, while downgrades include Nordstrom, Victoria's Secret, Cogent, and Allient. Initiations feature Rivian Automotive, Jack Henry, Edgewise Therapeutics, MiMedx, and Despegar.com.

via Yahoo Finance|
#akamai-technologies#edwards-lifesciences#finance
finance1 year ago

Foot Locker's Plunge: A Buying Opportunity or Delayed Growth?

Foot Locker's stock experienced a significant drop after its earnings report, but some analysts believe that this could present a buying opportunity for investors. The company's performance has been impacted by supply chain issues and higher costs, but its strong brand and potential for growth in the athletic footwear and apparel market make it an attractive long-term investment option.

via CNBC|
#buying-opportunity#earnings#finance
business-retail1 year ago

"Reviving Foot Locker: Strategies for a Turnaround Amid Stock Plunge and Retail Challenges"

Foot Locker's shares are trading lower after the company's fourth quarter report, which beat expectations but offered weaker forecasts for full-year guidance. Analysts discuss the company's performance and future plans, highlighting the need for immediate improvement and the strategy of trimming inventory and closing underperforming stores. The company's stock fell 27% as it faces challenges in its turnaround story and delays in expected improvements.

via Yahoo Finance|
#business-retail#fl#foot-locker
business1 year ago

"Foot Locker's Stock Plummets Due to Profit Outlook and Holiday Loss"

Foot Locker's shares dropped 27% after the retailer forecasted 2024 profit below Wall Street expectations due to planned investments to boost demand, delaying the achievement of its long-term profit margin target to 2028. The company's "Lace Up" strategy has improved its digital business and driven more full-price sales, but it anticipates another year of significant investment in 2024, signaling ongoing margin pressure. Despite steady demand for sneakers, including popular brands like Nike and Adidas, the company's profit outlook fell short of analyst expectations, leading to a downgrade in stock rating.

via Yahoo Finance|
#business#foot-locker#investments
business1 year ago

"Foot Locker (FL) Q4 2023 Earnings: Stock Dives on Margin Impact and Holiday-Quarter Losses"

Foot Locker shares dropped over 10% in premarket trading after reporting a holiday-quarter loss and issuing weak guidance for the current year. The company's profitability goal is now expected to be delayed by two years, with a projected EBIT margin of 8.5% to 9% by 2028. Despite driving full-price sales and compelling promotions during the holiday quarter, Foot Locker's gross margin fell due to higher markdowns, leading to a 0.7% decrease in overall comparable sales. CEO Mary Dillon, who took over a little over a year ago, has been working on repositioning the company and strengthening brand partnerships, but the turnaround has been slower than expected.

via CNBC|
#business#ceo-mary-dillon#earnings