Deckers is kicking off 2026 with two fewer brands in its portfolio as the company works to focus more of its efforts on its winning Hoka and Ugg labels. Indeed, last January, Deckers’ president and chief executive officer Stefano Caroti told analysts that the company would sunset its Koolaburra so that it could place even more of a focus on its star Ugg brand. More from WWD “To maintain focus on our most significant organic opportunities, we’re planning to phase out the Koolaburra brand stand-alone prod ...

Core Insights - Deckers Brands experienced an 8% drop in shares after posting yearly guidance below analysts' expectations [1] Financial Performance - Net sales for Q2 of fiscal 2026 increased by 9.1% to $1.43 billion compared to $1.31 billion in the same period last year [2] - Net income for Q2 was $268.15 million, or $1.82 per diluted share, down from $357.95 million, or $2.74 per diluted share, in the prior year [2] - The results exceeded the company's own expectations for net sales, which were projected to be between $1.38 billion and $1.42 billion, and diluted earnings per share were expected to be between $1.50 and $1.55 [3] Brand Performance - Ugg led sales with $759.6 million, a 10.1% increase from $689.9 million in the same period last year [3] - Hoka's net sales increased by 11.1% to $634.1 million compared to $570.9 million in Q2 of the previous year [3] - The "Other" brands division, including Teva and Ahnu, saw a 26.5% decrease in net sales to $37.2 million from $50.6 million, attributed to the phase-out of Koolaburra brand operations [4] Sales Channels - Wholesale net sales increased by 13.4% to $1.04 billion compared to $913.7 million [5] - Direct-to-consumer channel net sales declined by 0.8% to $394.6 million from $397.7 million in the same period last year [5] Regional Performance - Domestic net sales declined by 1.7% to $839.5 million compared to $853.9 million in Q2 2025 [6] - International net sales increased by 29.3% to $591.3 million compared to $457.4 million [6] Management Commentary - The CEO of Deckers Brands highlighted the strong performance and international momentum of Hoka and Ugg, which delivered double-digit growth in Q2 [6] - The company emphasized its ability to connect with consumers through innovative products and expressed confidence in achieving its fiscal year 2026 outlook [7]

Core Insights - Private Bancorp of America, Inc. has appointed Angel Martinez to the board of its subsidiary, CalPrivate Bank, enhancing its leadership team with extensive experience in the footwear industry [1][2]. Company Overview - Private Bancorp of America, Inc. (OTCQX: PBAM) is the holding company for CalPrivate Bank, which operates in multiple locations including Coronado, San Diego, La Jolla, Newport Beach, El Segundo, Beverly Hills, and Montecito, and offers digital banking services [4]. - CalPrivate Bank focuses on high-net-worth individuals, professionals, closely held businesses, and real estate entrepreneurs, providing a personalized banking experience and leveraging technology to meet client needs [4]. - The bank has received high customer service ratings, scoring almost three times higher than the median domestic bank, and has been recognized as the 10th best bank in the U.S. and the 1 bank in its asset class for return on assets (ROA) and return on equity (ROE) [4]. Leadership and Strategic Vision - Angel Martinez brings over 45 years of experience, including his role as the retired Chairman and CEO of Deckers Brands, and has served on various boards, enhancing the strategic insight of CalPrivate Bank [2][3]. - The leadership team, including President and CEO Rick Sowers, expresses excitement about Martinez's appointment, highlighting his success in culture, marketing, and brand building as valuable assets for the bank's growth [3].