Columbia Sportswear is set to report its fourth-quarter earnings after the bell Tuesday, with Wall Street anticipating a year-over-year sales decline. The outerwear giant's results will be closely watched for signs of consumer resilience and its outlook in a volatile market.
Amid a brutal year for apparel stocks, Deckers Outdoor delivered a stunning earnings beat, sending shares soaring 19%. The performance of its HOKA and UGG brands, coupled with raised guidance, suggests Wall Street's pessimism may have been overblown for this long-term winner.
Shares of Colgate-Palmolive jumped over 6% as the consumer goods giant outlined a resilient growth plan through 2026, even after reporting a significant profit decline in a tough operating climate.
Shares of consumer goods giant Church & Dwight (CHD) climbed nearly 5% following the release of strong annual results and an optimistic sales forecast, coupled with its 30th consecutive annual dividend increase.
Interparfums (IPAR) has locked in exclusive long-term licenses for the Nautica and David Beckham fragrance portfolios, aiming to revitalize the brands and expand their digital footprint globally. The deals signal a strategic push into mainstream lifestyle and celebrity scents.
New market data reveals a stark generational divide in American drinking habits, with Gen Z contributing a mere 4% to total alcohol sales last year. The findings challenge long-held industry assumptions and highlight the enduring spending power of older consumers amid a broader shift toward premiumization and alternative beverages.
The consumer goods giant reported stronger-than-expected Q4 results, citing growth across key metrics despite inflationary pressures. As it rolls out its ambitious 2030 growth plan, management warns of a volatile global operating environment in the year ahead.
Panera Bread confirms a second major data security incident in two years, while Krispy Kreme agrees to a $1.6 million settlement over a 2024 breach, as the foodservice industry grapples with escalating cyber threats and consumer lawsuits.
The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol strengthens its executive team with two co-directors, while Arc'teryx creates a chief brand officer role, highlighting a strategic focus on traceability and consumer experience in a competitive market.
Kraft Heinz announces a major corporate split, separating its global sauces division from its North American grocery business, while Berkshire Hathaway begins selling down its significant stake. The moves signal a strategic pivot for the iconic food giant, raising questions about valuation, dividends, and long-term direction in a shifting consumer landscape.
Altria Group (MO) posted stronger-than-expected Q4 revenue, driven by its core tobacco brands and oral nicotine products, but saw its shares fall as profit margins contracted sharply. The company is betting on a national rollout of its ON! Plus pouches and manufacturing upgrades to fuel its smoke-free future.
In a market often swayed by hype, starkly bearish analyst targets are a rare signal. We examine three such cases: two consumer giants where the pessimism may be overdone, and one high-flyer where the concerns might be justified.
Former House Speaker Nancy Pelosi has sold between $1 million and $5 million worth of Disney shares, a move that spotlights the entertainment giant's struggle to navigate declining linear TV revenues and intense streaming competition, even as its parks and direct-to-consumer segments show resilience.
Shares of Deckers Outdoor surged over 17% Friday after the footwear and apparel company reported robust Q3 earnings, driven by full-price selling across its UGG and HOKA brands and prompting an upward revision to its annual forecast.
Fueled by surging global demand for its Hoka and Ugg brands, Deckers Outdoor Corp. posted a robust third-quarter performance that surpassed expectations, driving its stock price up sharply and assuaging recent Wall Street concerns over growth sustainability.
The collapse of Big Rock Sports, a major behind-the-scenes distributor for hunting and fishing retailers, marks another casualty in the sporting goods sector's struggle against e-commerce dominance and shifting consumer habits.
Saks Global moves to close over 60 Off 5th locations as part of Chapter 11 proceedings, signaling a strategic retreat from the competitive off-price segment to focus on core luxury brands.
With consumer staples out of favor and a yield surpassing the S&P 500, Coca-Cola's resilient business and decades of dividend growth present a compelling case for long-term investors.
Consumer staples giant Church & Dwight (NYSE:CHD) reported fourth-quarter revenue in line with Wall Street expectations, though underlying organic sales showed signs of stagnation. The company's gross margin outperformance provided a bright spot, lifting shares post-earnings.
The European Union has taken the unprecedented step of designating Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps as a terrorist entity, triggering a sharp diplomatic crisis. Iran has denounced the move as illegal and politically motivated, vowing to respond.
