December 18, 2019
Topgolf is on track to expand into dozens of locations in both Central Europe and Asia, and it announced plans to expand into smaller U.S. markets. CEO Dolf Berle said that Topgolf currently has “tremendous white space” in each of its ... Read more
December 11, 2019
At a recent investor conference, Dick’s Sporting Goods’ management commented that it plans to open 10 to 20 stores and close five to 10 stores annually (click here to request the latest list). Management also confirmed that i ... Read more
December 5, 2019
2019 Holiday Preview Report
AggData has released the 2019 Holiday Preview to its Premium Subscribers. This detailed report outlines:
Expectations for the holiday shopping season based on changes in consumer preferences
Black Friday Weekend - A gift for digital
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November 27, 2019
On November 25, A.C. Moore announced plans to exit its retail operations, saying it retained the services of Gordon Brothers to close the chain (click here to request a list of closings). In connection with the move, the Compan ... Read more
November 20, 2019
Last week, Amazon opened an “Amazon 4-star” in Oakbrook. IL. It is the seventh Amazon 4-star to open nationwide and follows an opening in Frisco, TX earlier this month. Three more are expected in coming months in Co ... Read more
November 13, 2019
Camping World reported mostly poor operating results for its third quarter, including a 5% drop in comps and a 33.5% decline in EBITDA. Total sales grew 6% to $1.39 billion, as the Company added more RV locations, largely through acquisitions and ... Read more
November 6, 2019
On October 9, it was reported that certain assets and liabilities of Olympia Sports Center, Inc., were acquired by Jackrabbit, an omni-channel retailer of athletic footwear, apparel, and accessories. JackRabbit is owned by affiliates of p ... Read more
October 30, 2019
On October 23, it was reported that Transform Holdco (New Sears) borrowed an additional $150.0 million to fund operating losses. The lenders include Edward Lampert, chairman of ESL Investments, ... Read more
October 23, 2019
On Monday, Destination Maternity Corporation, DIP filed a voluntary Chapter 11 petition in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court in the District of Delaware. Reports state that the Company is trying to find a buyer in bankruptcy, but if it cannot, it will like ... Read more
October 16, 2019
Yesterday, Hamilton Beach Brands Holding Company announced the wind down of the retail operations of its subsidiary, The Kitchen Collection, LLC (KC), and the closure of all of its 160 stores by the end of 2019 (click here to request a list); liquidation sal ... Read more
