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An economic downturn could result in a decrease in our sales and earnings. Loss of market share due to competition would result in a decrease in our future sales and earnings. Failure to forecast demand or respond to changes in consumer tastes and fashion trends in a timely manner could result in a decrease in our future sales and earnings. Failure to achieve our projected mix of product sales could result in a decrease in our future sales and earnings. Business failures of large dealers and customers could result in a decrease in our future sales and earnings. Distribution realignments and cost savings programs can result in a decrease in our near-term sales and earnings Manufacturing realignments could result in a decrease in our near-term earnings. Increased reliance on offshore sourcing of our products subject us to changes in local government regulations and currency fluctuations which could result in a decrease in our earnings. Our operations depend increasingly on production facilities located outside the United States which are subject to increased risks of disrupted production which could cause delays in shipments, loss of customers and decreases in sales and earnings. Fluctuations in the price, availability and quality of raw materials could cause delay which could result in a decrease in our sales and increase costs which would result in a decrease in our earnings. We are subject to litigation and environmental regulations that could adversely impact our sales and earnings. Future acquisitions and investments could result in dilution to our earnings per share and a decrease in the valuation of our Common Stock. Impairment of long-lived assets, goodwill and intangibles would result in a decrease in our earnings. Certain anti-takeover provisions and preferred stock issuances could result in a decrease in a potential acquirer's valuation of our Common Stock. Our growth strategy includes the development of new stores each year. If we and our dealers are not able to open new stores or effectively manage the growth of these stores, our ability to grow and our profitability could be adversely affected. Loss of funding sources would adversely impact our business. Reduced trade credit terms could impact our cash flow.

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