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Skechers has formed multi-year agreements with the APP Tour, USA Pickleball, and Major League Pickleball, officially becoming their footwear partner. Announced during the Franklin New York City Open, this partnership aims to enhance the visibility of pickleball and Skechers' new Pickleball footwear line, which has already seen strong sales. Skechers emphasizes its commitment to the sport and aims to drive audience engagement through this collaboration.

Skechers celebrates Edward Cheserek's victory at the 2022 Carlsbad 5000, marking his second consecutive win in 13:44, just one second ahead of the runner-up. Cheserek, wearing Skechers Speed Elite footwear, praised the return of the event after a pandemic hiatus, highlighting Skechers' impact on his performance. Skechers President Michael Greenberg emphasized the brand's commitment to developing athletic talent through its technical footwear. The company has expanded significantly, available in over 180 countries with thousands of retail locations.

Skechers has reached a significant milestone with its BOBS from Skechers philanthropic collection, donating over $8 million and helping save more than 1.5 million shelter animals in the U.S. and Canada. This initiative is part of their ongoing investment in animal welfare, including upcoming fundraising events and adoption initiatives in multiple states. Skechers continues to partner with Petco Love and has expanded its BOBS product line, promoting animal welfare through footwear and apparel sales, aiding over 400,000 additional animals since 2015.

Skechers U.S.A., Inc. (NYSE:SKX) reported record first quarter sales of $1.82 billion, a 26.8% year-over-year increase, driven by robust growth in both wholesale (32.7%) and direct-to-consumer (15.7%) segments. Diluted earnings per share rose 22.2% to $0.77. Despite a 250 basis points drop in gross margin to 45.3%, net earnings reached $121.2 million. The company also repurchased $25 million of stock and maintains a strong cash position of $819.9 million. For Q2 2022, Skechers expects sales of $1.75-$1.80 billion and EPS of $0.50-$0.55.

Skechers has been announced as the Official Footwear Sponsor of the 2022 Minto US OPEN Pickleball Championships. The company has signed top-ranked players Tyson McGuffin and Catherine Parenteau as brand ambassadors, who will debut the Skechers Viper Court footwear at the event in Naples, Florida, starting April 24. The Viper Court shoe emphasizes comfort and performance, featuring enhanced grip and stability. Skechers will also provide footwear to volunteer captains and host an expo booth at the tournament, enhancing its presence in the rapidly growing pickleball market.

Skechers U.S.A., Inc. (NYSE:SKX) has restructured its segment reporting to enhance alignment with its management operations. Effective Q1 2022, the segments will now be reported as Wholesale and Direct-to-Consumer. The company aims for $10 billion in sales by 2026, reinforcing its brand strength and operational transparency through these changes. Historical financials for 2020 and 2021 have been recast to reflect this new structure, which does not impact U.S. GAAP results. Skechers will announce its Q1 2022 financial results on April 26, 2022.

Skechers has announced its partnership with the DIO Implant LA Open on the LPGA Tour as the Official Footwear Sponsor. The tournament will take place from April 21 to April 24, 2022, at Wilshire Country Club, featuring elite golfer Brooke Henderson defending her title. Skechers will provide footwear for staff and volunteers and will also have a presence at the Fan Expo. The company aims to enhance brand visibility and connect with golf fans through this sponsorship, highlighting the performance of its GO GOLF footwear.

Skechers USA, Inc. (NYSE:SKX) appointed Yolanda Macias to its Board of Directors, increasing the total to eight members, including five independents. This move aims to enhance board diversity and leverage Macias’s experience in digital content and marketing as Skechers targets $10 billion in annual sales by 2026. With Macias's extensive background at Cinedigm and other notable firms, Skechers anticipates strengthening its competitive position in the rapidly evolving digital commerce landscape.

Skechers, known for its comfort footwear, has partnered with lifestyle icon Martha Stewart for a new marketing campaign promoting its Memory Foam and Arch Fit® collections across the United States and Canada. Martha Stewart, emphasizing the comfort and style of Skechers shoes, believes this collaboration will resonate with her vast audience. Skechers continues to innovate in comfort technology, aiming to enhance consumer experience and solidify its brand presence in the competitive footwear market.