Benzinga | Sep 8, 2021 04:14PM EDT

Gap Brand Athleta Expands REI Partnership To 135 Stores

* Athleta, a Gap Inc (NYSE:GPS) brand, announced the expansion of a wholesale partnership with REI Co-op, a specialty outdoor retailer.

* Athleta will bring a curated selection of its product to 135 REI stores nationwide and online.

* The move is a part of Athleta's growth plan to reach $2 billion in net sales by 2023.

* The collection will include select Athleta premium performance and lifestyle apparel and accessories designed by women for women.

* Price Action: GPS shares closed lower by 2.3% at $24.3 on Wednesday.