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The top-rated shoes and sneakers for the gym in 2022

From Converse Chuck Taylor to the Nike Air Zoom Pegasus, shop the best sneakers for weightlifting and running.

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Love Island: Second hand clothes and the trouble with fast fashion

As Love Island contestants get dressed in second-hand clothes, can fashion ever be eco-friendly?

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Madonna’s son David Banda wears sporty red dress during night out with mom

Madonna knows a thing or two about glamour — and she's clearly been teaching them to her 16-year-old son, David Banda.

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Adidas sports bra adverts banned over bare breasts

The advertising watchdog received complaints that the images 'reduced women to body parts'.

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Adidas' sports bra ads featuring exposed breasts have been banned in the UK

Some complainants told the Advertising Standards Authority the ads "objectified women by sexualizing them and reducing them to body parts."

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Peter Moore, designer of first Air Jordan sneaker, dies at 78

As creative director of Nike and Adidas, he was influential in shoe design and the athletic wear business.

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How Super Shoes are Upending Running’s Sponsorship Model

For some pro runners, having the freedom to choose their footwear is worth more than a contract

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A Zero-Drop Super Shoe? Meet Altra’s Vanish Carbon.

The brand took its time entering the super-shoe race, but its new, responsive model for marathoners was worth the wait

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As Kansas celebrates victory, a years-long NCAA investigation hangs over the school

The University of Kansas just won the NCAA men's basketball championship, but the results of an investigation into recruiting violations may spoil the party.

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Adidas To Pay 50K Division 1 College Athletes To Endorse Product

Adidas is the first major sports brand to create a program for paying college athletes.

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Adidas To Pay 50K Division 1 College Athletes To Endorse Product

Adidas is the first major sports brand to create a program for paying college athletes.

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More big companies are dropping vaccine requirement for workers

Adidas, Intel and Starbucks are among the major U.S. employers jettisoning rules ordering workers to get vaccinated.

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An Adidas ad showed bare breasts. Is that liberating or exploitative?

Body image, consumer and lingerie experts were divided about the campaign’s ability “to normalize the human body.”

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U.K. soccer player Kurt Zouma is under fire after a video showed him abusing cats

The West Ham United player has been fined for his actions and the Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals has launched an investigation into the matter.

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10 running shoes for the new runner

Get a headstart on your 2022 fitness resolutions with a pair of new running shoes

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Factory shutdowns in Vietnam could have longer impact for apparel and footwear retailers, BofA warns

The impact of prolonged factory shutdowns in Vietnam is likely going to be worse than retailers have planned for, according to analysts at BofA Securities.

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Ye's Yeezy pays nearly $1M to settle slow-shipping lawsuit

Rapper and fashion mogul Ye’s high-end clothing company Yeezy has agreed to pay $950,000 to settle a lawsuit over slow shipping to customers.

California is suing Kanye West's Yeezy brand for allegedly violating a rule that requires notice or a refund when products don't ship within 30 days of ordering

Kanye West has been hit with a lawsuit alleging Yeezy apparel broke California's business code by failing to ship products within 30 days.

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Nike wins teen vote, but this footwear stock has an advantage, trader says

Crocs' growth story appears intact after a nearly 120% gain year to date, Inside Edge Capital Management's Todd Gordon says.

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The Seductive Appeal of Adidas’s “Illegal” Running Shoe

The Prime X is banned for professional athletes, but that might be its main selling point

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Adidas strikes deal to sell off struggling Reebok to Authentic Brands Group

The retail conglomerate has bought other struggling brands, such as Brooks Brothers, Aeropostale and Forever 21.

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Adidas raises outlook despite falling sales in China as boycott there continues

The German sportswear giant increased its outlook for the year, despite a drop in sales in Greater China.

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Nordstrom Anniversary Sale shoe deals that are a step above the rest

Score deals on men's and women's shoes, from Ugg, Nike, Sorel and more, at the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale 2021

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GALLERY: Beyoncé drops new swimsuit line for Adidas x Ivy Park collaboration

Beyoncé says this summer is flex time.

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Adidas CEO Kasper Rorsted says consumers will force fashion industry to be more sustainable

The scrutiny will force the fashion industry, which produces 8% to 10% of global carbon emissions, to improve, Adidas CEO Kasper Rorsted said.

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Bank records show payments from ex-Adidas exec to Zion Williamson’s mom and stepfather

The documents are part of a civil lawsuit between former college player Brian Bowen and the shoe company.

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Bank records show payments from ex-Adidas exec to Zion Williamson’s mom and stepfather

The documents are part of a civil lawsuit between former college player Brian Bowen and the shoe company.

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Adidas upgrades outlook for 2021 with sales expected to grow almost 20%

Adidas is more confident about sales this year as it notes stronger-than-expected demand for its products and a "healthy brand momentum."

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Ex-rep says Adidas gave airfare, gifts to ex-Duke star Zion Williamson's family and others

Adidas acknowledges it is "aware of certain documents suggesting that certain fund transfers to (Zion) Williamson or his family may have occurred."

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Peloton and Adidas are working together on an exclusive apparel line

The new collection — labeled as adidas x Peloton SS21 — was designed with help from some of Peloton's top cycling instructors, including Robin Arzón, Ally Love and Cody Rigsby. Peloton and Adidas announced Thursday they're working together to create a new line of athletic apparel and lifestyle gear, in inclusive sizes and unisex styles. The collection was designed with help from some of Peloton's top cycling instructors, including Robin Arzon, Ally Love and Cody Rigsby. The merchandise, which includes shorts, hoodies, tees, crewnecks, sports bras and jogger pants, retails anywhere between $30 and $85. Beginning March 25, they'll be for sale on both companies' websites and in select Adidas and Peloton retail stores.

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Beyoncé, Adidas offering up to $1,000 to those impacted by winter storm

HOUSTON – Beyoncé, through her nonprofit BeyGood, and Adidas are partnering to give up to $1,000 to those suffering as a result of the winter storms, according to Beyoncé's official website. The funds are for those living in Texas or any state affected by the storms, per the announcement. The application form requires including phone number, email address, race, household size, employment status and grant request amount. The form also asks for parties to describe their emergency hardship. AdThe funds are not designed to address ongoing financial challenges and are not a loan requiring reimbursement, per the application form.

Beyoncé's foundation is bringing 'urgent relief' to Texans amid winter crisis

The Third Ward native's BeyGOOD Foundation and Adidas are teaming up with Houston's Bread of Life to bring urgent relief to residents who have been affected by the deadly winter storms in Texas and beyond. CANCUN CRUZ: Senator Ted Cruz really did fly to Cancun as Texans frozeThis isn't the first time the Houstonian has partnered with Bread of Life. Texas began to freeze over during Valentine's Day weekend, causing massive power outages and water shortages statewide. In Beyoncé's hometown of Houston, power has been restored for around 99 percent of the city, but a boil water notice will remain in effect until at least Monday. Those in need of immediate financial assistance from Beyoncé and Bread of Life should apply via the Disaster Relief Assistance Application Form.

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Appeals court OKs convictions in college basketball scandal

A federal appeals court in New York, Friday, Jan. 15, 2020, upheld convictions Code, Gatto and Dawkins in a college basketball scandal that spoiled the careers of several coaches. (AP Photo/File)NEW YORK – A federal appeals court in New York on Friday upheld convictions against a sports marketer, an aspiring agent and a financial adviser in a college basketball scandal that spoiled the careers of several coaches. The appeal stemmed from the convictions of former Adidas executive James Gatto, business manager Christian Dawkins and amateur league director Merl Code. More than two dozen schools were ensnared in the scandal for misdeeds ranging from paying for meals to six-figure payments to recruits’ families. At a second trial, individuals at the University of South Carolina, Oklahoma State University, the University of Arizona, the University of Southern California, Creighton University and Texas Christian University were implicated.

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Adidas says it may sell Reebok — will announce decision in March

Athletic apparel company Adidas might sell its Reebok brand, the company said Monday. "These strategic alternatives include both a potential sale of Reebok as well as Reebok remaining a part of the company," Adidas said in a statement, adding that a decision will be announced in March. Adidas acquired Reebok in 2005 for $3.8 billion with the goal of growing its sneaker and clothing revenue. Time to cash inAdidas is now looking to sell Reebok because the once powerful brand has become a money pit, Nikic said. Though Adidas hasn't officially announced a deal, Nikic and other analysts believe a Reebok sale is all but assured.

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Beyoncé drops new Adidas x Ivy Park collection, Drip 2

Beyoncé drops her second collection from Adidas x Ivy Park collaboration, dubbed Drip 2. The gender-neutral athleisure line features matching sets, sports bras, jackets, hoodies, leggings, bodysuits and bike shorts in vivid shades of orange, green, yellow and blue. In footwear, the collection features six shoes, including a bold highlighter-yellow called the UltraBoost OG shoes. The collection ranges from $25 for accessories to $200 for shoes. You can purchase the collection at: Adidas, ASOS, DTLR, Finish Line, Foot Locker, GOAT, Sneakersnstuff and SSENSE.

Have you seen her? Galveston police searching for missing 14-year-old

While the family is still searching for the 14-year-old teen, she is considered a runaway, not missing. ORIGINAL: Galveston police are searching for a teenager reported missing. Helpenstill, 14, was last seen Saturday in Galveston, according to Texas EquuSearch. Helpenstill was last seen wearing a black t-shirt, a black and white Adidas jacket, pajama bottoms with a unicorn and rainbows pattern, and red, white & blue Nike slides. Anyone with information on her whereabouts is urged to contact the Galveston Police Department at (409) 765-3702 or Texas EquuSearch at (281) 309-9500.

Under $50 Deals at the Amazon Summer Sale

The Amazon Summer Sale is filled with affordable deal offerings. Although Amazon Prime Day is postponed indefinitely, their Amazon fashion summer sale includes white hot sales and fashion deals from loads of brands that offer a discount of up to 80% off. Kate Spade, Rebecca Minkoff, Lacoste, Tumi luggage, Adidas and Tory Burch are among the retailer brand names that are part of the Amazon Summer Sale. To help you score the biggest deals from the sales event, we've gathered the best Amazon sale items under $50. Plus, be sure to sign into your Prime account as Amazon Prime members get free two-day shipping on select items.

Save Up to 60% Off Designer Shoes at the Amazon Summer Sale: Huge Savings on Tory Burch, Lucky and Sorel

Summer shoe sale! Although Amazon Prime Day is postponed indefinitely, their Amazon fashion summer sale includes white hot sales and fashion deals from loads of brands that offer a discount of up to 80% off. Kate Spade, Rebecca Minkoff, Levi's, Tumi luggage and Tory Burch are among the retailer brand names that are part of the Amazon Summer Sale. Plus, be sure to sign into your Prime account as Amazon Prime members get free two-day shipping on select items. Below, the best shoe markdowns and deep discounts including sandals and sneaker picks available right now at the Amazon Summer Sale.

Save on Activewear and Athleisure Deals from the Big Style Sale at Amazon

The Amazon Summer Sale is on! Also called the Big Style Sale, the Amazon fashion sale has become the shopping event of the summer. The annual Amazon Prime Day sale was postponed, so shoppers have been waiting for the chance to cash in on major deals. Amazon's summer sale 2020 is reportedly meant to support and jumpstart sales for fashion and beauty retailers on the site, who were hit hard by the coronavirus pandemic. Ahead, shop ET Style's favorite athleisure and activewear picks from the Amazon Summer Sale so far.

Up to 60% Off Adidas at the Amazon Summer Sale

Get ready to shop big deals on Adidas clothing, accessories and footwear for the whole family with Amazon's fashion summer sale event! The Adidas sale is happening right now as part of the Amazon Summer Sale (aka Big Style Sale). For a limited time with this Amazon sale, you'll score up to 30% off on Adidas collection and up to 50% off on Adidas Stella McCartney pieces. Shop Adidas deals on the Amazon Big Style Sale. RELATED CONTENT:The Best Watch Deals on Amazon to Shop Right NowThe Best Rebecca Minkoff Deals at the Amazon Summer SaleThe Best Kate Spade Deals From the Amazon Summer SaleAmazon Summer Sale 2020: Everything You Need to KnowThe Best Dress Deals We've Found So Far at the Amazon Summer SaleAdidas Sale: Take Up to 50% Off Sitewide

Are you OK with being tracked at work?

Many workplace ID badges use radio frequency identification (RFID), which can be used to track the wearer. The tech is available, but getting workers on board and feeling safe and comfortable with the idea of being tracked could be a challenge. Click here to read more about the options employers have when it comes to contact tracing and what employees need to know. Adidas sets a new hiring goalThere's been a lot of talk from many big corporations about racial inequality in America. I believe Corporate America is equipped, but we need a sustained effort," Tim Ryan told CNN Newsroom's Poppy Harlow this week.

Michael Jordan made $130 million from his Nike shoe deal last yearbut he originally wanted to wear Adidas

Today, it's hard to imagine Jordan sporting anything other than Nike, but he didn't always want to wear the now iconic Swoosh. Since it already had a roster of big names, the company wouldn't be able to prioritize a rookie like Jordan. While Jordan liked Adidas, his agent, David Falk, wanted him to go with Nike. "I wanted Michael to go with Nike because they were the upstart." As part of the deal, Jordan also got his own shoe line: Air Jordan.

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Allbirds debuts its first running shoe. To succeed, it must face rivals like Nike and the challenges of a pandemic

The running shoe, which launches Tuesday, retails for $125. And if going up against brands like Nike, Adidas and Asics was not daunting enough, Allbirds is debuting its first-ever running shoe in the midst of a coronavirus pandemic. The company said it plans to work on launching additional athletic shoes in the future, for other workouts. Allbirds said it has been working on the running shoe for years. Source: Allbirds

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Adidas says first-quarter profits fell more than 90% due to coronavirus store closures

Adidas predicted that sales will fall by 40% in the second quarter after the German sportswear giant saw profits drop more than 90% in the first three months of the year due to coronavirus-driven store closures. Its first-quarter net income was 26 million euros, down 96% from a year earlier. Adidas said that owing to uncertainty over the duration of store closures, it would be unable to offer a full-year outlook. Looking ahead to the second quarter, the company said it expects "both top- and bottom-line declines in the second quarter of 2020 are currently expected to be more pronounced than those recorded in the first quarter." I think that desire to go out and move is going to be quite outspoken," he said.

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How 3-D printing is helping the US fight medical equipment shortages and the coronavirus pandemic

Now it will produce and ship up to 50,000 face shields to help in the COVID-19 fight. CarbonTo combat the medical equipment shortages caused by the coronavirus pandemic, GE Healthcare is using 3-D printing to make tools that accelerate ventilator production. But it is 3-D printing firms, as well as a cottage industry of home-based 3-D design tinkerers, that are making a broader call to action possible. "Additive manufacturing 3-D printing is well suited for rapid prototyping," said Ryan Martin, principal analyst at ABI Research. Millions of masks and test kits neededToday that's precisely how this loose coalition of 3-D printers around the world is operating.

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Germany's Bavaria announces 10-billion-euro fund to soften coronavirus impact

BERLIN (Reuters) - Germanys southern state of Bavaria on Monday announced a fund worth up to 10 billion euros ($11.21 billion) to help the region withstand the coronavirus outbreak, its premier said, declaring a state of emergency as the number of new cases rises. We will not abandon anyone.The fund allows the Bavarian government to buy stakes in struggling companies to prevent insolvencies. Bavaria is well placed to weather the economic impact of the coronavirus. The industrial southern region is home to nine blue-chip DAX-30 companies including carmaker BMW, engineering giant Siemens and sports retailer Adidas. The fund allows companies with up to 250 employees to apply for loans of between 5,000 and 30,000 euros.

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Adidas sees $1 billion coronavirus hit to China sales, Puma warns on profit

German sportswear makers Adidas and Puma warned on Wednesday of a major decline in sales in China due to the coronavirus and said while there were early signs of improvement there the impact had spread to other markets. Shares in Adidas and Puma, already pummeled in the last few weeks, were down 6.3% and 3.8% respectively by 0830 GMT. Adidas said it expected first-quarter sales to drop by up to 1 billion euros ($1.14 billion) in greater China and operating profit to decline by between 400 million and 500 million. Adidas and Puma make almost a third of their sales in Asia, which has been a major growth market for the sporting goods industry in recent years. The region is also the main sourcing hub, with China a major producer for both companies.

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Adidas CEO: Coronavirus outbreak is 'a painful setback'

Adidas CEO Kasper Rorsted said the coronavirus outbreak has dealt "a painful setback" for the company's business, as it expects to take a sales hit and is already seeing traffic declines at some of its shops. Adidas does about 23% of its business in China, and has 19% of its manufacturing capacity in the country, Rorsted said. He said, meantime, Adidas' online traffic is up double digits compared with a year ago. Adidas joins a list of consumer brands that expect the coronavirus epidemic to weaken demand for their products. Under Armour in February said it anticipated the outbreak in China to lower sales by roughly $50 million to $60 million during its fiscal first quarter.

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US footwear imports from China just had their worst January in a decade

First there was the trade war. U.S. footwear imports from China just had their worst January in more than a decade, Matt Priest, president and CEO of the Footwear Distributors & Retailers of America, told CNBC in an interview. The footwear industry was already dealing with an ongoing trade war between the U.S. and China, when the spread of the coronavirus began in China, prompting quarantines and shuttered factories. "The virus is now going to coexist with the trade war," he said. "That was one benefit of getting caught up in a trade war," Priest said.

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SpaceX Dragon to launch heart cell experiment and more to space station tonight

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. SpaceX is preparing for its fifth launch of the year: a resupply mission to the International Space Station (ISS). The microgravity environment found on the space station is known to have a profound effect on cell growth. By sending the experiment to the space station, Xu and her team will be able to determine if their results are accurate. A new research platformBartolomeo is a new research platform that will be installed on the exterior of the space station. If all goes as scheduled, the Dragon will arrive at the International Space Station on Monday (March 9) at approximately 6 a.m. EDT (1000 GMT).

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Fed sees coronavirus as risk to global growth, markets face 'pretty serious reckoning'

Total confirmed cases: More than 75,200Total deaths: At least 2,0075:06 pm: Markets may face 'pretty serious reckoning' as coronavirus slows growthThe coronavirus may significantly weaken a global economy that was already in a precarious position, Yale University's Stephen Roach told CNBC. "After signs of stabilisation at the end of 2019, global economic growth is expected to pick up modestly in 2020 and 2021," the draft, seen by Reuters, said. Kevin Frayer | Getty Images2:47 pm: Fed calls the coronavirus a 'new risk to global growth outlook'Although the coronavirus had just taken hold when the Federal Reserve met in January, officials already expressed concern about its potential economic impacts. Its global impact would be amplified through more substantial supply chain disruptions and a more persistent drop in investor confidence, especially if the epidemic spreads beyond China." Adidas said it had seen lower traffic, mainly in Japan and South Korea, but added that it had not yet registered any major business impact beyond Greater China.

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Adidas says business activity in China has tanked roughly 85% due to coronavirus

Miguel Candela | SOPA Images | LightRocket via Getty ImagesGerman sportswear firm Adidas warned business activity in China has fallen dramatically in recent weeks, citing a material negative impact from the coronavirus outbreak. The outbreak has prompted Adidas, which attributes roughly one-third of its sales to Asia, to close a "significant" number of stores in China. Adidas has said it will provide more details about the financial impact of the coronavirus when it releases full-year results on March 11. Earlier this month, Adidas had warned investors it was currently experiencing a negative impact on its operations in China. Puma warns of coronavirus hit to China businessSeparately, German sportswear maker Puma reported that the coronavirus had "negatively impacted our business since the beginning of February."

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Nike is dressing 2020 Olympic athletes in uniforms made of recycled shoe parts

It's part of a broader sustainability push by the shoe retailer as it seeks to reach younger and more eco-conscious consumers. And Nike will be dressing its athletes in uniforms and sneakers made out of recycled polyester and ground-up shoe parts. Athleta is targeting by the end of 2020 making 80% of its materials for the apparel and accessories it sells from sustainable fibers, such as recycled polyester and nylon. Sixty-two percent of Gen Z consumers prefer to buy from sustainable brands, according to a survey of more than 1,000 people in December by First Insight. And 73% of Gen Z respondents are willing to pay more for sustainable products, the survey said.

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Adidas is banking on Beyonce for growth with Ivy Park athletic wear line debut

Ivy Park Collection with Beyonce Source: AdidasAdidas is banking on pop icon Beyonce, who's dominated the airwaves for more than two decades, to do the same for the company with her new adidas x Ivy Park activewear collection, which makes its debut in adidas stores and online at midnight. Beyonce's Ivy Park collection originally rolled out in 2016 with Topshop, but the singer pulled the line after sexual harassment claims were filed against owner Philip Green. Beyonce acquired full control of the Ivy Park brand by purchasing back shares from Green a year later. "It's a dream come true to re-launch IVY PARK as the sole owner," Beyonce said in a statement. Ivy Park Collection with Beyonce Source: Adidas

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Options traders are betting that Lululemon can stretch higher after earnings

The stock is up nearly 90% heading into Wednesday's report, while its nearest competitor, Adidas, is only up 46%. "What that tells me is, you have a lot of people positioning for upside with two and a half times the calls trading over the puts." "Specifically, the January 20-calls, about 1,400 traded today," said DaSilva, "about 4,200 [of those calls] in the open interest." As he sees it, a lot of Wednesday's call buying could be from traders who are taking profits in the stock after its tremendous run higher. Lululemon was trading slightly higher in Wednesday's session.

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Old Navy will shift back to brand-building in a growing trend among advertisers

It seems to be a trend, as Gap joins several other companies lamenting that they've neglected brand marketing in favor of discounts or performance-driven ads. Adidas and Booking Holdings each said recently they've moved spending back to brand marketing after realizing they were spending too much in areas such as performance marketing. Gap said this week it has made the mistake of advertising its discounts at the expense of building brand loyalty for Old Navy. Other brands have had "we've been slacking on brand marketing" realizations in recent months. The decreasing ROI on performance marketing, primarily Google, was a driver for that.

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Adidas closing hi-tech sneaker factories in Germany, US

(CNN) - Adidas is shutting down two cutting-edge footwear factories in Germany and the United States and moving production to Asia. The German sportswear maker announced this week that it would be closing plants near Ansbach, Germany, and Atlanta, Georgia. The facilities, which Adidas calls "Speedfactories," use automated tech to produce sneakers. When deployed elsewhere, the technology will continue to enable short production times and the production of other types of footwear, not only running shoes, Adidas said. "In the future, Adidas will concentrate its resources and capacities even more on modernizing its other suppliers and using 4D technology in footwear production," it said.

RetailMeNot Cash Back Day: Retailers offering up to 20 percent cash back Thursday

More retailers are getting a head-start on Black Friday with a new promotion. "Cash Back Day" started at midnight Thursday and will last for 24-hours. Shoppers have a chance to earn cash back from big stores.Website retailmenot.com launched Cash Back Day, with more than 200 retailers, including CVS and Overstock, paying you up to 20 percent cash back.Macy's is among the retailers offering 20 percent cash back and spending $228 on a Michael Kors tote will get you $45 back.Adidas is offering 20 percent too and spending $130 on sneakers will get you $26 back.Home Depot is offering 14 percent cash back and paying $170 for a vacuum will get you about $24.To qualify, create a free profile at retailmenot.com , activate the cash back offer wherever you want to shop and you'll be sent directly to that store's website. Each customer can expect cash back within 45 days via Paypal, Venmo, or store gift card.Expect to see a lot more deals like this one, over the holiday season. The best thing you can do is follow your favorite retailers on social media and sign up with cash back websites like E-Bates and Rakuten.But be careful, don't spend on stuff you don't need and especially don't go into debt this time of year.

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