Dial L for lingerie Nov 18, 2009
Many high-profile retail chains such as Gap, Abercrombie & Fitch and Pacific Sunwear have quietly abandoned niche concepts over the past couple of the years as the need to conserve cash and the difficulties of segmenting consumer markets have made them focus more on shoring up their primary nameplates. This trend is likely to be short-lived as the impetus for growth and the lure of splintered consumer markets once again become irresistible. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Stocks end back-and-forth day slightly higher Nov 18, 2009
Pacific Sunwear of California Inc. tumbled $1. 13, or 22. (MSNBC -- Business)
The Comeback of Freshjive (3083) Nov 7, 2009
The brand made it into big surf- and skate-wear chain stores such as Pacific Sunwear and The Buckle. At its height, Freshjive recorded close to $14 million in annual sales. (Los Angeles Downtown News, CA)
Pacific Sunwear to Webcast Conference Call Discussing Third Quarter 2009 Financial Results Nov 4, 2009
Source: Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. ... Nov. 3, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. (Nasdaq: - ) plans to announce on Monday, November 16, 2009, its financial results for the third quarter 2009, which ended October 31, 2009 ... Following the news release, Pacific Sunwear management will host a conference call beginning at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time to review the results. (Primezone Releases)
Billabong rides the crest Oct 12, 2009
Billabong is primarily a wholesaler to stores like Pacific Sunwear and Zumiez, but it also owns some of its own retail stores. Morgan Stanley said a US retail de-stocking cycle may be nearing the bottom, which means that retailers will be in the market for new inventory. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Back-to-School Looks Weak for Apparel Retailers Aug 21, 2009
Pacific Sunwear of California Inc topped analysts' estimates by a penny although it swung to a loss in its second quarter. But wary investors were more concerned about the company's outlook, which was far worse than analysts had expected and its shares fell nearly 10 percent after the bell. (ABC News -- Wire)
Pacific Sunwear Announces Second Quarter Earnings Results Aug 21, 2009
Source: Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. ... Aug. 20, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. (Nasdaq: - ; the "Company") today announced that net sales for the second quarter (13 weeks) of fiscal 2009 ended August 1, 2009, were $243 million versus net sales from continuing operations of $313 million for the second quarter (13 weeks) of fiscal 2008 ended August 2, 2008 ... About Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc.. (Primezone Releases)
Software Maker Sells Its Big Network Products Over The Internet Aug 16, 2009
Pacific Sunwear (PSUN), a teen apparel retailer, named Gary Schoenfeld to replace CEO Sally Frame Kasaks, effective at the end of June. Kasaks will remain a director. (Investors Business Daily)
Stocks Close Lower As Trade Picks Up May 21, 2009
They include Aeropostale (), Children's Place (), Dress Barn (), Foot Locker (), GameStop (), Pacific Sunwear (), Red Robin Gourmet Burgers (), Ross Stores (), Stage Stores (), Stein Mart (), The Buckle () and Zumiez (). Weekly jobless claims, leading economic indicators and the Philly Fed index will also be out Thursday. (Investors Business Daily)
Former staffer saves Sera's May 12, 2009
But Higa said bigger rivals including chains such as Pacific Sunwear and Macy's (formerly Liberty House) expanded with force into surf merchandise. "Everybody is surf, surf, surf," he said. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Extreme sport chic in a cold climate May 5, 2009
Adrenalina was unsuccessful in its multiple attempts to acquire rival Pacific Sunwear of California after buying about 3 per cent of that retailer's shares. Mr. Baio said Adrenalina sells a diverse array of goods beyond West 49's core skateboard products, he said. (Globe and Mail)
Survey: Bank of dad eases teen spending Apr 10, 2009
They head to specialty stores with the West Coast flavor, such as Pacific Sunwear and Zumiez, rather than the department stores their parents prefer. As for the first place teens stop at the mall. (Fresno Bee -- Lifestyle)
Surf retailers take a hit in recession Mar 2, 2009
Pacific Sunwear of California Inc., which sells mainly surf and skate apparel and accessories, reported last month that same-store sales in January fell 11 percent from the same period last year. The Anaheim company said last month that it would eliminate positions and reduce planned inventory levels at least 20 percent throughout the year. (Honolulu Advertiser)
Pacific Sunwear to Webcast Conference Call Discussing Fourth Quarter and Year End 2008 Financial Results Feb 26, 2009
Source: Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. ... Feb. 25, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. (NasdaqGS: - ) plans to announce on Thursday, March 12, 2009, its financial results for the fourth quarter and year end 2008, which ended January 31, 2009 ... Following the news release, Pacific Sunwear management will host a conference call beginning at 4:45 p.m. Eastern time to review the results. (Primezone Releases)
Billabong hopes US goes to beach Feb 21, 2009
US forward orders to big chains such as Pacific Sunwear were a problem and were in "quite substantial decline" because they insisted on discounting stock. Comparative-store sales at the 85 company-owned stores in the US had fallen more than 10 per cent in the six months to December. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
The pain in Spain offers retail re-frame Feb 8, 2009
Witness the decline of American icons such as Gap, Pacific Sunwear and Abercrombie & Fitch. 5. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
A difficult January for most U.S. retailers Feb 8, 2009
8 percent), Wet Seal (down 14 percent), Children's Place and Pacific Sunwear of California (both down 11 percent). Limited Brands was down a comparatively rosy 9 percent. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
Liz Claiborne plans to cut its staff by 8% Feb 8, 2009
Last month alone, thousands of jobs were eliminated by Home Depot, Saks, Neiman Marcus, Bon-Ton Stores, Pacific Sunwear, Wet Seal, Chico's FAS and Eddie Bauer. Today in Business with Reuters. (International Herald Tribune -- Business)
