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Woom posts record 2025 revenue as international sales surge
Fox Factory posts sales growth amid heavy impairment charges
CoDi posts mixed 2025 as Lugano exits
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Woom posts record 2025 revenue as international sales surge
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Influenced by a strong female perspective in design and strategy, the industry is moving toward a balance of high-functionality, circularity, and sensory comfort.
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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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Zhejiang Huanqiu Shoes: A Growing Force in Global Footwear
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Woom posts record 2025 revenue as international sales surge
Austrian children’s bike specialist Woom delivered record revenue and unit sales in 2025, significantly outpacing the broader cycling market.
Fox Factory posts sales growth amid heavy impairment charges
Fox Factory grew revenue in fiscal 2025 but posted a steep net loss after major goodwill impairments, as tariff pressure and soft bike demand weighed on margins.
On opens second LightSpray factory
The Swiss performance footwear brand scales its LightSpray production with a new robotic factory in South Korea.
Funding secured for MTB innovation center in Scottish Borderlands
A UK-backed growth fund invests millions in a new mountain bike innovation hub set to open in southern Scotland by 2027.
Dale of Norway expands US team
The Norwegian knitwear specialist strengthens its US presence with two senior hires to drive growth and retail expansion.
Haglöfs appoints new product manager
The Swedish outdoor brand names a former Pas Normal Studios executive to lead product management.
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Short Stops Week 10, 2026
+++ Italian alpinist Matteo Della Bordella, former president of the Ragni di Lecco, has become a C.A.M.P. athlete, partnering with the Italian brand to support his future expeditions worldwide
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