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Salomon sees North american growth as Arc'teryx partners with Dick's Sporting Goods. Amer Sports sees growth for Salomon in North America and an Arc'teryx partnership for a shop-in-shop in 15 Dick's House of Sports doors to start this fall. August 18, 2026, 3:39pm North America represents growth opportunities for Amer Sports' two key brands, Arc'teryx and Salomon footwear. Amer's chief financial officer Andrew Page told investors during a Tuesday conference call after posting second quarter results that second quarter store openings for Arc'teryx include Oak Ridge Park in Vancouver and Southdale in Minnesota, bringing the total store network to 75 locations across the continent. Page said there also could be 200 doors over time across North America. In the U.S., LUXUS Alternatives, Inc. is expanding into a "new partnership with Dick's Sporting Goods where we will be entering 15 hand-selected premium House of Sports locations for fall-winter 2026," Page said. The Arc'teryx brand will be showcased in experiential shop-in-shop formats, with a particular "emphasis on the core outerwear offerings and including footwear," the CFO noted, adding that the shops are in the test-and-learn stage and that there is "potential to expand further over time." In a telephone interview, Page said the Arc'teryx partnership builds on the existing relationship Amer has with Dick's in connection with its Ball and Racquet business through Wilson 360. Page also spoke about the positive feedback from consumers on Salomon's new gravel concept. The hybrid running shoe allows for an "easier transition when you go from gravel to pavement running," he said. And while Salomon's performance running platform continues to see fast growth, Page noted that Sportstyle - introduced a few years ago featuring the "same DNA and the technical performance ability as our trail running shoes" - has been the fastest growing franchise in its footwear business, although both are still smaller than Salomon's trail business. Jie Zheng, Amer's chief executive officer, told investors on the conference call that investments to grow Salomon brand awareness and the distribution footprint are paying off, "driving strong footwear momentum across regions, channels and for both Sportstyle and the Performance products. He said global Sportstyle momentum continues, which is helping the development of Salomon's positioning "as the modern outdoor sneaker brand. The XT6 and XT Whisper franchise are resonating with a younger and more diverse adults from technical sports in the mountains to culture and the communities in the cities." Zheng also said that South Korean global superstar singer and actress Jisoo will be Salomon's new global ambassador. The Amer CEO said that while the U.S. is the largest single sneaker market in the world, it remains a "small business for us," noting that there is strong demand for the Salomon brand but very limited distribution thus far for the brand. "Today, we are seeing a clear acceleration in North America as we leverage the rising brand awareness to expand distribution with both new and existing wholesale partners as well as our own stores and e-com," Zheng said. The brand during the quarter opened its first North America flagship store on Fifth Avenue in Manhattan, and is expanding wholesale shelf space with existing wholesale partners Nordstrom and JD Sports, and more recently starting in July, Foot Locker. As for the epicenter strategy, cities such as Paris, London, Shanghai, Beijing, Tokyo and New York are driving both strong sales momentum and rising brand awareness through relevant store locations or "handpicked elevated wholesale doors." The brand is also investing in event partnerships in its epicenter cities to build lasting connections with consumers. Zheng said Miami, San Francisco, Chicago and Boston in the U.S. are the new major cities that will be part of the epicenter strategy down the road. Overseas, the new major cities in the future include Berlin and Seoul. And for Arc'teryx, Zheng said the brand had another great quarter with its footwear business, including "strong double-digit growth across regions." Arc'teryx's Norvan LD 4 trail shoes continues to be "our biggest volume driver," Zheng said. Also continuing to do well are its Konseal trekking shoes. And he said that the launch of the brand's latest version of its technical trail racing shoe, the Sylan 2, in March continues to perform well. "Looking forward, we are confident that Arc'teryx has an exciting pipeline of shoe releases for the coming years," Zheng said, adding that the brand also saw momentum in its women's apparel category. He noted that the category is growing fast and the brand awareness is rising as the company improves fit, style and function for its women's offerings. For the second quarter ended June 30, net income skyrocketed to $107.2 million from $18.2 million in the same year-ago quarter, on a 32.1 percent gain in revenue to $1.63 billion from $1.24 billion. For the second quarter in a row, Amer raised guidance for the year ending Dec. 31, 2026. It now expects revenue to grow 24 percent, with diluted earnings per share forecasted at between $1.27 to $1.30. Daily Headlines

Dallas firm 90Ten snaps up prime space in Bishop Arts and Lower Greenville. Aug 18, 2026 | 2:14 pm A pair of marquee retail properties in two of Dallas' prime neighborhoods for dining and shopping, Bishop Arts and Lower Greenville, have a new owner: 90Ten, a Dallas-based boutique retail real estate investment firm, recently purchased 301-321 N. Bishop Ave. in Bishop Arts and 2908-2937 Greenville Ave. in Lower Greenville, according to a release. The names of the sellers weren't disclosed. "Dallas continues to solidify its position as one of the country's most dynamic retail markets, and we're excited to deepen our investment in the city through two of its signature neighborhoods," says Tripp Russ, managing partner of 90Ten, in the release. He founded 90Ten in 2023. "Bishop Arts and Lower Greenville represent exactly the type of upscale, urban trade areas we're seeking - places with exceptional real estate, strong local operators, and best-in-class brands that create lasting value," Russ adds. The properties house some the hottest restaurants and shops in town. Tenants at 2908-2937 Greenville Ave. include Italian restaurant Sister, European-style Café Duro, upscale steakhouse duo Goodwins and Goodwins To Go, and boutique rental property Casa Duro. Tenants at 301-321 N. Bishop Ave. include burger diner Hunky's, Italian pastry and coffee purveyor Palmieri Café, vintage clothing store Dolly on Bishop, gift shop Kawaii Candle Co., and cosmetics retailer Simply Bella. Pastries, coffee, and gelato from Palmieri Cafe. Palmieri Cafe Russ' firm made the two acquisitions amid a tight supply of retail space, with Dallas-Fort Worth vacancy rates sitting below 5 percent. Elsewhere in Texas, 90Ten's portfolio includes 1323 S. Congress Ave., located in Austin's buzzy South Congress district. Clothing and apparel brand Ariat occupies the space. The firm says it will continue hunting for retail real estate deals in Dallas, Austin, and Tampa-St. Petersburg, Florida, along with other fast-growing markets. "Today's commercial real estate landscape is incredibly competitive, and we're often going head-to-head with some of the largest investment firms in the country," says Russ. Shopping in the 'burbs Retail boom in fast-growing Forney fueled by massive mixed-use development. Aug 21, 2026 | 4:21 pm Frisco's not the only North Texas city experiencing a retail explosion right now. Forney's getting in on the action, too. A Dick's Sporting Goods store will join EVO Entertainment and other new tenants at The Village at Gateway mixed-use development in the booming Kaufman County city, according to a release. Dick's hasn't announced an opening date for the 60,000-square-foot store. The retailer operates more than 10 locations in DFW. The 82,000-square-foot EVO location will be an all-in-one entertainment venue. Think Dave & Buster's meets Alamo Drafthouse. (Fun facts: Dave & Buster's headquarters is in Coppell, while Alamo Drafthouse is based in Austin.) * Nine movie theaters, including one IMAX auditorium and two EVX auditoriums * A full-service bar and restaurant * An upper-level lounge area * Event and conference spaces * 22 bowling lanes * More than 125 arcade games * Rock-climbing walls * A multilevel ropes course * Bumper cars * Laser tag An opening date for the EVO location hasn't been set, although EVO previously said it would be ready this fall. It'll be the first North Texas venue operated by Austin-based EVO after locations in Addison, Southlake, and Waxahachie rebranded as Hooky Entertainment under new ownership. Construction of the EVO venue kicked off in January. EVO construction is underway in Forney. EVO Entertainment Group Facebook Developed by Dallas-based StreetLevel Investments, the Village at Gateway also will welcome other new tenants such as: * Luna Grill, a Mediterranean restaurant (October opening date). * Forney Nail Bar (October opening date). * Handel's Ice Cream (future opening date). * Costa Vida, a Mexican restaurant (future opening date). "The Village at Gateway is an exciting milestone for Forney, bringing new jobs, shopping, and dining opportunities while continuing to strengthen our local economy," Forney Mayor Jason Roberson says in the release. Tenants already open at the 152-acre development include: * Target * Home Depot * H-E-B * BJ's Wholesale Club * Five Below * Burlington * Ross Dress for Less * James Avery * Bath & Body Works "Forney is one of the fastest-growing communities in the Dallas area, with exceptional schools, strong employment, and a rapidly expanding population - yet it has long been underserved when it comes to convenient, high-quality retail and dining," says Brian Murphy, managing principal at StreetLevel Investments. From April 2020 to July 2025, Forney's population soared by 79 percent to nearly 41,700, making it one of the fastest-growing cities in North Texas and the U.S. A report released in January 2025 by OpenDoor revealed Forney's 75126 ZIP code claimed the No. 6 ranking as the hottest U.S. housing market in 2024 for the second year in a row. It was the only North Texas ZIP code to make the top 10. Forney failed to crack the top 10 in OpenDoor's 2026 report, though. The only DFW ZIP code appearing in the latest top 10 is McKinney's 75071, landing at No. 8.

Curry's UNDERRATED Golf partners with DICK'S sporting goods, Golf Galaxy to open the game to a New generation of junior golfers. DICK'S and Golf Galaxy become the official sponsors of the UNDERRATED driving range at all five 2026 Tour stops SAN FRANCISCO, California - UNDERRATED Golf, the junior golf development platform founded by Stephen Curry, has announced a partnership with DICK'S and Golf Galaxy that brings professional-grade equipment, expert fittings and championship access to junior golfers throughout the Tour's 2026 season. DICK'S and Golf Galaxy become the official sponsor of the UNDERRATED Driving Range at all five UNDERRATED Golf Tour stops in 2026. The deal advances the Tour's ongoing mission to deliver equity, access and opportunity to junior golfers from underrepresented communities. The 2026 slate includes four U.S. regional events and the fifth annual Curry Cup, the tour's season-ending championship, scheduled for September 2026 at the esteemed Bethpage Black in Long Island, New York. "This is exactly the kind of partnership that advances UNDERRATED Golf's mission," said Jason Richards, Athletic Director of UNDERRATED. "DICK'S and Golf Galaxy share its commitment to opening the game to more young athletes, and they bring the national reach, golf expertise and professional fitting capabilities to make that commitment tangible. "By putting high-quality equipment, trusted guidance and meaningful experiences directly in front of our golfers, we can help them compete with greater confidence and see a lasting future for themselves in the game." On the ground, the partnership brings DICK'S and Golf Galaxy's equipment expertise directly to UNDERRATED Golf junior athletes. At the Curry Cup, Golf Galaxy fitters, joined by a special guest fitter, will operate an on-site mobile driver fitting cart at the driving range, giving VIP guests hands-on access to the brand's fitting technology. DICK'S and Golf Galaxy will also participate in the Tour's Curry Cup Pro-Am. The brands will welcome UNDERRATED athletes into DICK'S and Golf Galaxy stores to highlight the opportunities golf can offer on and off the course. The collaboration also runs through the Tour's hospitality and content programs. DICK'S and Golf Galaxy branding will appear on tee boxes and on-course stations at every UNDERRATED Golf Tour event in 2026. Since launching in 2022, UNDERRATED Golf has grown into a global platform spanning the United States and Europe. Over four seasons the Tour has visited 16 U.S. regional stops, hosted three international events and held four Curry Cups across 13 regional host courses in the U.S. and Europe. The program has produced 94 alumni, with 83 now playing college golf and 22 competing at Historically Black Colleges and Universities. Beyond competition, the Tour connects athletes to college coaches, industry leaders and mentors. It pairs elite play with leadership programming designed to develop the whole athlete on and off the course.