Dublin, Feb. 10, 2015 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Research and Markets ( http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/d2dtp4/sports_and ) has announced the addition of the "Sports and Fitness Clothing - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering.
This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Sports and Fitness Clothing in US$ Million by the following Segments: Sports Apparel, and Fitness Clothing. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World.
Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2013 through 2020. Also, a seven-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research.
Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs.
The report profiles 381 companies including many key and niche players such as:
- ASICS Corporation
- Anta Sports Products Limited
- Bravada International Ltd.
- Columbia Sportswear Company
- Fila, Ltd.
Key Topics Covered:
I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS
II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW
Sports and Fitness Clothing: Sporty, Fit and Fine
Evolutionary View of Fitness Clothing Market
Key Statistical Findings
Sizing the Sports & Fitness Clothing Market
Economy Slowdown and Outlook
Expanding Population and Urbanization Fuels Demand
A Discussion on GDP & Spending Habits
Expanding Middle Class Population Propels Sales
2. MARKET DYNAMICS
Sports Apparel Sees an Image Makeover
R&D
A Major Determinant of Success in the Industry
Managing Value Chain Engenders Cost Competitiveness
Companies Restructure Manufacturing Operations
Innovation Takes Precedence over Logistics
Marketing and Branding
The Other Key Differentiators
Rise of Performance Apparel
Fuelling Efforts on Innovation
3. TRENDS & ISSUES
Sports Apparel Trends
Versatility and Functionality
Key Growth Drivers
A Crossover of Casual Wear and Sports Apparel
Fashion Conscious Women Trigger Changes in Player Strategies
General Apparel Brands Attempt to Enter into Sportswear
Demand for Indoor Sportswear Surges
Focus on Women's Active Wear Rises
Growing Awareness in Consumers about Technical Specifications
Intimate Sports Apparel
An Emerging Market
What's on the Tracks
Sport-Specific Apparel
Team Sports Apparel
Fuelling Growth
Performance Apparel
A Rising Segment
Drivers of the Performance Apparel Market
New Age Performance Wear
Ecological Performance Apparel
A New Trend
Performance Outdoor Apparel Spearheads Sports Apparel Demand
Moisture Management
A New Generation Fiber Trend
Sales of Heated Clothing Pick Up, Market Bustles with New Products
Sports Coverage on Television
A Key Sales Driver
Innovations Galore in Snow Sports Apparel
Growth of E-Commerce Presents Innumerable Opportunities
Internet Features Ranked by Consumer Attraction in Sports Apparel Purchases
Fitness Clothing Trends
Incessant Technological Innovations Dot Fitness Clothing Market
Eco-friendly Fitness Clothing Finds Increasing Takers
Blurring Lines between Exercise Wear and Street Wear
Yoga Pants
Depicting Versatility in Use
Fashionable Swimwear Market On-Rise
4. CONSUMER AND DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE
Men's and Boy's Sportswear Market
Sports Apparel
Not Just for Sports
Trends
Key Factors Driving Men's and Boys' Sportswear Market
Discount Stores, Sport-Specialty Stores, Chain Stores, Department Stores, Factory Outlets, Specialty Chains, Mailing and Other Specialty Stores (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)
Developments in the Men's and Boys' Sportswear Market
Fashion-Forward Features in Sports Apparel
Competition
Women's Sportswear Market
T-Shirts and Sweatshirts
Shorts
Slacks
Other Garments
Women Getting Attracted to TV Sports
Children's Sportswear Market
Licensed Sports Apparel Market Encouraged by Team Sports
Changing Trends in Fabric Manufacturing
5. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Competitive Scenario
Core Competencies to Excel in Sportswear Market
Brand Positioning
A Key Competitive Factor
Consolidation Activity in the Industry
Select Recent Mergers and Acquisitions in the Global Sports Apparel Industry
A Review of Select Sportswear Players
Nike, Inc.
Nike Banks on Emerging Markets and Innovation for Future Growth
Novel Approach Helps Nike Rejuvenate Sales in Apparel Segment
adidas Group
Puma SE
Li Ning Company Limited
A China-Focused Company
Under Armour, Inc
Under Armour Eyes Expansion in Overseas Markets
Lululemon Athletica Inc
LULU
A Small yet Expanding Player in the Athletic Apparel Market
6. SELECT TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCES
Antimicrobial Fibers
A Revolutionary Invention in Sports Clothing
Sweat Smarter
New Apparel from Columbia to Use Sweat to Cool Athlete's Body
Power of Monitoring Heart Rate in Apparel
Sophistication in Textiles Introduce New Levels of Comfort and Performance
Moisture Wicking
A Feature Enabled by High-Tech Textile
Ultraviolet Protection in Apparel
Protecting Outdoor Fitness Enthusiasts
Comfort also Emerges as a Major Aspect
7. PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Sports Apparel/Sports Clothing
Sports Licensed Apparel
Select Product Segments
Casualwear
Leisurewear
Activewear
Track Suits and Jogging Suits
Sports Dresses, Sports Skirts and Sports Trouser
Special Sports Suits
Skiwear
Fitness Clothing
An Overview
Items in Fitness Clothing
8. RAW MATERIALS OVERVIEW
Technological Innovation: Crucial Factor
Trends
Fiber and Fabrics
Textiles
Contemporary Sportswear Fabrics
Wellkey
Gore-Tex
Exceltech
Cosmopion
Sway
Spandex
9. PRODUCT INNOVATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS
Body Glove Launches Breathe
Reebok India Launches the Studio Collection of Workout Range
Nike Rolls Out Light Uniforms for Team USA
Kmart Unveils Jillain Micheal's Collection, Impact
Tracksmith Introduces New Apparel Products
Bend Introduces Organic Bamboo-Based Clothing Range
Sol Activewear Launches Range of Active Sports Apparel
Adidas Introduces Made in March Uniform System
OMsignal Launches Biometric Smartwear T-shirts
Champion System Introduces Custom Fitness Range
Nike Introduces the 2014 BafanaBafana Jersey
Canterbury Introduces Mercury TCR Range of Apparels
SportsAddict Introduces a Unique Collection of Apparels
Atomic Unveils New Apparel Line
Kristy Scrymgeour Unveils Velocio
Duke Launches Trendy Active Wear
PrAna Unveils Swimwear Range
H&M Launches Latest Sports Range
Maui Biz Launches a New Fitness Clothing Idea
Challenge Family Join Hands with C4 Sports to Introduce New Clothing Collection
SODO Unveils New Brand of Premium Sports Apparel
ATOMIC Introduces Outwear Range
Reebok Introduces Yoga Collection in Partnership with Tara Stiles
Trina Turk Introduces Activewear in Partnership with Manhattan Beachwear
Devigi Launches Latest Fitness Apparel Range
10. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY
Oakville Soccer Club Continues Partnership with INARIA
Life Fitness Ventures Inks License Agreement with Amiee Lynn
Blackstone Acquires Stake in Outerstuff
Bauer Performance Sports Acquires Easton Baseball/Softball
UL-Lafayette Signs Deal with Adidas
Bauer Performance Undergoes Name Change
S&S Activewear Acquires EVA Sportswear
Noble Biomaterials and Lululemon Athletica Canada Join Forces for Strategic Alliance
Georgia Southern University Signs Deal with Adidas
Extreme Sports Company Teams Up with Lucky Seven and Eat Ski Drink Sleep
Canadian Olympic Team and Adidas Enter Into a Partnership
Southern Miss Signs Deal with Russell Athletic
11. FOCUS ON SELECT GLOBAL PLAYERS
ASICS Corporation (Japan)
adidas AG (Germany)
Reebok International Limited (US)
Anta Sports Products Limited (China)
Bravada International Ltd. (US)
Columbia Sportswear Company (US)
Fila, Ltd. (South Korea)
Fit Couture, Inc. (US)
GK Elite Sportswear (US)
Hanesbrands, Inc. (US)
Hosa International (China)
Kappa (Italy)
Li Ning Company Limited (China)
lululemon athletica Inc. (Canada)
Mizuno Corporation (Japan)
Mizuno USA, Inc. (US)
Nike, Inc. (US)
Performance Sports Group Ltd
Patagonia, Inc. (US)
Peak Sport Products Co., Ltd. (China)
prAna (US)
Puma SE (Germany)
TerraFrog Clothing Corporation (Canada)
The Gap, Inc. (US)
Under Armour, Inc. (US)
VF Corporation (US)
12. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE
IV. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE
Total Companies Profiled: 381 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries 393)
The United States (195)
Canada (22)
Japan (6)
Europe (105)
France (4)
Germany (11)
The United Kingdom (42)
Italy (22)
Spain (4)
Rest of Europe (22)
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (55)
Latin America (5)
Africa (4)
Middle East (1)
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