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This has been a headline week for Patagonia, especially on the activist and business front, with the brand once again making global waves. The CEO of Patagonia set the tone with pointed public remarks that climate denialism is “delusional,” offering a typically bracing metaphor likening climate change denial to stepping out a third-story window and believing gravity does not exist, as reported by AOL. This kind of candor is classic Patagonia and only strengthens their position as the world’s preeminent activist brand, particularly at a time when brand activism is once again front and center in the news. Sprout Social’s Q3 2025 Pulse survey underscores that Patagonia remains a lodestar for sustainability, grassroots climate justice, and speaking out for employee wellness, all while delivering what many consider the best outdoor gear money can buy. In the midst of the current global political drama and economic instability, Patagonia’s unwavering stance has kept it one of the most profitable retailers and a bright spot for shoppers wanting brands with backbone. Consumer loyalty here is more than a purchase—it is a political act.

On the big business and news front, Patagonia Lithium is gearing up for a major drilling push in Argentina’s lithium triangle with a 600-meter drilling program at their Cilon project’s JAM 25-5 well, set to commence October 27, 2025, according to Mining.com.au. Executive Chair Phillip Thomas detailed the expansion, noting that this well is expected to move the company toward an indicated resource calculation, potentially increasing the currently known 551,000 tons of lithium carbonate equivalent. Patagonia Lithium has also identified 11 new drill targets in Goiás, Brazil, reflecting growing ambition and operational momentum in both Argentina and Brazil. Their thorough environmental precautions, like installing a 100-meter steel pipe to protect near-surface brine, reflect the company’s commitment to responsible development in a high-stakes market.

Meanwhile, Patagonia’s Instagram machine remains a force, with more than 5.4 million followers, though growth is flat and engagement rate holds at an average 0.09% this month per HypeAuditor. Content continues to focus on wild spaces, hiking, and environmental action, further fueling Patagonia’s global influence as an authentic “eco-cool” tastemaker. Industry analysts note that current monthly Instagram earnings are estimated between $9,200 and $12,600, placing their annual influencer revenue easily above $110,000 even amid a slight earnings downturn, reinforcing their stable brand presence.

No major controversies or sudden financial moves—just Patagonia doing what it does best: calling out climate denial, powering ahead in clean energy, and fueling a movement, not just a market.

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