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Nike Cooperating in US FIFA Investigation of Brazil Claims

Nike Inc. is once again defending a 1996 sports marketing contract in Brazil following new allegations by the US Department of Justice that corrupt Brazilian soccer officials were paid bribes.

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Nike Cooperating in US FIFA Investigation of Brazil Claims

Nike Inc. is once again defending a 1996 sports marketing contract in Brazil following new allegations by the US Department of Justice that corrupt Brazilian soccer officials were paid bribes.


News & Analysis

Adidas Golf Unit Stuck in Bunker as Hainer Decides What to Sell

Adidas will seek buyers for some or all of the company’s TaylorMade business. But it must determine what the money-losing asset is worth and who’d want it at a time when golf’s popularity has ebbed.

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Adidas Golf Unit Stuck in Bunker as Hainer Decides What to Sell

Adidas will seek buyers for some or all of the company’s TaylorMade business. But it must determine what the money-losing asset is worth and who’d want it at a time when golf’s popularity has ebbed.


Financial Markets

How Pigalle Plans to Shed the ‘Streetwear’ Label and Preserve Its Uniqueness

As he prepares to show his Spring/Summer 2016 collection, Pigalle designer Stephane Ashpool discusses his recent ANDAM nomination and the future of the business.

Financial Markets

How Pigalle Plans to Shed the ‘Streetwear’ Label and Preserve Its Uniqueness

As he prepares to show his Spring/Summer 2016 collection, Pigalle designer Stephane Ashpool discusses his recent ANDAM nomination and the future of the business.


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Adidas Looks to Football and Running Shoes for Growth

Adidas plans to double sales of running shoes and increase its Originals streetwear revenue by 50 percent through 2020, the company said at an investor presentation.

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Adidas Looks to Football and Running Shoes for Growth

Adidas plans to double sales of running shoes and increase its Originals streetwear revenue by 50 percent through 2020, the company said at an investor presentation.


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Is Nike the Unidentified Company in the FIFA Bribery Case?

The indictment of FIFA officials by a US grand jury says an unidentified sportswear company bribed a Brazilian soccer official for a sponsorship deal — a deal which seems to mirror one obtained by Nike Inc.

News & Analysis

Is Nike the Unidentified Company in the FIFA Bribery Case?

The indictment of FIFA officials by a US grand jury says an unidentified sportswear company bribed a Brazilian soccer official for a sponsorship deal — a deal which seems to mirror one obtained by Nike Inc.


Financial Markets

Adidas Under Fire From Investors Despite Strong Quarter

Adidas shareholders took aim at the management of the German sportswear company on Thursday, not convinced a new strategy would be enough to challenge the dominance of rival Nike.

Financial Markets

Adidas Under Fire From Investors Despite Strong Quarter

Adidas shareholders took aim at the management of the German sportswear company on Thursday, not convinced a new strategy would be enough to challenge the dominance of rival Nike.


Marketing

North Face Looks to Training Gear to Boost Sales Beyond Winter

The North Face, whose jackets are ubiquitous on ski slopes and climbing expeditions, is making its biggest push yet to get consumers to wear its gear in the gym.

Marketing

North Face Looks to Training Gear to Boost Sales Beyond Winter

The North Face, whose jackets are ubiquitous on ski slopes and climbing expeditions, is making its biggest push yet to get consumers to wear its gear in the gym.


Technology

Jawbone Launches New UP4 Band Amid Lawsuits and Shipping Delays

Just as the Apple Watch arrives to take over many of the functions of a fitness band, Jawbone has announced a new line of bracelets with payment features just like an Apple product.

Technology

Jawbone Launches New UP4 Band Amid Lawsuits and Shipping Delays

Just as the Apple Watch arrives to take over many of the functions of a fitness band, Jawbone has announced a new line of bracelets with payment features just like an Apple product.


Technology

Under Armour Acquires Apps in Bid to Become Top Fitness Tracker

Under Armour Inc., the maker of athletic clothing and gear, is acquiring the MyFitnessPal and Endomondo applications in a bid to become the world’s biggest tracker of fitness information.

Technology

Under Armour Acquires Apps in Bid to Become Top Fitness Tracker

Under Armour Inc., the maker of athletic clothing and gear, is acquiring the MyFitnessPal and Endomondo applications in a bid to become the world’s biggest tracker of fitness information.