Dick's Shares Climb 1.17% on $2.4B Foot Locker Acquisition Ranks 227th in Trading Volume

On September 8, 2025, , , . The stock ranked 227th in trading volume among listed companies. , marking a pivotal expansion in the sports retail sector.

, including North America, Europe, Asia, and Australia. The combined entity will operate Foot Locker’s portfolio—brands like Foot Locker, Champs Sports, and WSS—under a restructured leadership team. , DKS’s Executive Chairman, will oversee the Foot Locker division alongside newly appointed presidents for North America and International operations. Ann Freeman, a former Nike executive, has been named President of Foot Locker North America, bringing extensive retail and brand management experience to the role.

. , excluding one-time costs. Leadership emphasized a commitment to revitalizing Foot Locker’s market position while strengthening brand partnerships and consumer engagement. The transaction, approved following a mandatory antitrust review, underscores DKS’s focus on expanding its footprint in footwear retail and international markets.

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