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  SPORTS AND FITNESS CLOTHING
A Global Strategic Business Report

This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Sports and Fitness Clothing in Millions of US$. The specific product segments analyzed are 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 forecasts are provided for each region for the period of 2001 through 2015. A ten-year historic analysis is also provided for these markets with annual market analytics. The report profiles 265 companies including many key and niche players worldwide such as Adidas AG, Reebok, Algo Group, Amer Sports Corporation, Ashworth Inc, ASICS America Corporation, Benetton Group S.p.A, Billabong International Limited, Blacks Leisure Group Plc, Columbia Sportswear Company, Descente Ltd., Eddie Bauer, Inc, Escada AG, Everlast Worldwide, Inc., Fila Online Inc., Foot Locker, Inc., FUBU, Gap, Inc., Banana Republic, Old Navy, Gildan Activewear, Inc., Hanesbrands Inc., HartMarx Corp, Hugo Boss AG, Jacques Moret Inc., JJB Sports Plc, Jockey International, Jones Apparel Group Inc., Levi Strauss & Co., Liz Claiborne Inc., Louis Garneau Sports Inc., New Balance, Nike Inc., Onward Holdings Company Ltd., Perry Ellis International Corporation, Phillips - Van Heusen Corp., Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation, Prada S.p.A Group, Quiksilver Inc., Russell Corporation, Brooks Sports Inc., The Athletic Sportshow Inc., The Timberland Company, T.J. Maxx, Tommy Hilfiger, Tommy Hilfiger Europe, Triumph Apparel Corporation, Triumph International, Umbro Plc, Under Armour, Inc., V.F. Corporation, Nautica Enterprises Inc., Majestic Athletic, Wacoal Holdings Corporation, and Warnaco Group Inc. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are mostly extracted from URL research and reported select online sources.

CODE:    MCP-1006  PAGES:    751
PRICE:    $3950  DATE:       May 2008
COMPANIES:  265  MARKET DATA TABLES:   479
Due to the proprietary nature, our previews are offered only to manufacturers, top-tier management consultants, investment banks, and investment research groups.

 TABLE OF CONTENTS  
  SPORTS AND FITNESS CLOTHING (Complete Report) Pages : 751   | $3950
I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS4$100
   Study Reliability and Reporting Limitations.....I-1  
   Disclaimers.....I-2
Data Interpretation & Reporting Level.....I-2
  
   Quantitative Techniques & Analytics.....I-3
Product Definitions and Scope of Study.....I-3
  
   Sports Apparel.....I-4
Fitness Clothing.....I-4
  
II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY88$2150
  1. Outlook and Current Scenario.....II-14 $400  
   Sports and Fitness Apparel: Sporty, Fit and Fine.....II-1
Competitive Scenario .....II-1
1$100
   Table 1: Worldwide Sports Apparel Market (2007): Select Leading Players’ Value Sales for Consolidated and Sports Apparel Category (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) .....II-2
Core Competencies to Excel in Sportswear Market.....II-2
Favorable Trends Drive Growth.....II-2
1$300
   Versatility and Functionality – Key Growth Drivers.....II-3
Women Participation Revs up the Engine of Apparel Growth.....II-3
2$200
  2. Global Sporting Goods Industry: An Insight.....II-51 $100  
   Apparel Propels Market as Equipment and Footwear Flatten.....II-5
Apparel Production - Switching Base.....II-5
Asian Tigers - Roaring Loud.....II-5
1$100
  3. Product Overview.....II-64 $400  
   Sports Licensed Apparel.....II-6
Sports Apparel.....II-6
Select Product Segments.....II-6
Casualwear.....II-6
Leisurewear.....II-6
1$100
   Activewear.....II-7
Track Suits and Jogging Suits.....II-7
Sports Dresses, Sports Skirts and Sports Trouser.....II-7
Special Sports Suits.....II-7
Skiwear.....II-7
Items in Fitness Clothing.....II-7
Popular Casualwear Items.....II-7
Polo, Jerseys, Sweatshirts.....II-7
1$100
   T-shirts.....II-8
Coats.....II-8
Indoor Jackets.....II-8
Jeans.....II-8
Skirts.....II-8
Shirts.....II-8
Outdoor Jackets.....II-8
1$100
   Trousers.....II-9
1$100
  4. Raw Materials Overview.....II-102 $200  
   Technological Innovation: Crucial Factor.....II-10
Trends.....II-10
Fiber and Fabrics.....II-10
Textiles.....II-10
Contemporary Sportswear Fabrics.....II-10
1$100
   Wellkey.....II-11
Gore-Tex.....II-11
Exceltech.....II-11
Cosmopion.....II-11
Sway.....II-11
Spandex.....II-11
1$100
  5. Trends/Issues.....II-123 $500  
   Intersection of Casual Wear and Sports Apparel.....II-12
Fashion Conscious Women Trigger Changes in Player Strategies.....II-12
Growing Awareness in Consumers about Technical Specifications.....II-12
What’s on the Tracks - Sport-Specific Apparel.....II-12
Intimate Sports Apparel - An Emerging Market.....II-12
1$100
   Growth of E-Commerce Presents Innumerable Opportunities.....II-13
Table 2: Internet Features Attracting Consumers (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-13
Team Sports Apparel - Fueling Growth.....II-13
Performance Fabrics Drive Clothing Market.....II-13
1$300
   New Age Performance Wear.....II-14
Moisture Management- A New Generation Fiber Trend.....II-14
Sportswear Makers and Sports Associations Join Hands.....II-14
Active Sportswear – Cool, Casual Wear!.....II-14
Most Happening Sports Clothing Market.....II-14
Adventure Travel Sets Tone for Fabric Innovations.....II-14
1$100
  6. Consumer and Demographic Profile.....II-157 $800  
   Women’s Sportswear Market.....II-15
Swim Wear: Swimming through Popularity Currents.....II-15
T-Shirts and Sweatshirts.....II-15
Shorts.....II-15
Jeans.....II-15
Slacks.....II-15
Other Garments.....II-15
1$100
   Women Getting Attracted to TV Sports.....II-16
Men’s and Boy’s Sportswear Market.....II-16
Sports Apparel - Not Just for Sports.....II-16
1$100
   Key Brands and Players.....II-17
Trends.....II-17
Key Factors Driving Men’s and Boys’ Sportswear Market.....II-17
1$100
   Table 3: Distribution Break Up for Men’s and Boys’ Sportswear: 2006 - Discount Stores, Sport-Specialty Stores, Chain Stores, Department Stores, Factory Outlets, Specialty Chains, Mailing, Other Specialty Stores (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-18
Collection Sportswear: A Worthy Collection?.....II-18
Developments in the Men’s and Boys’ Sportswear Market.....II-18
1$300
   Fashion-Forward Features in Sports Apparel.....II-19
Differences between Activewear, Sportswear and Denim Phasing Out.....II-19
Competition.....II-19
Children’s Sportswear Market.....II-19
Licensed Sports Apparel Market Encouraged by Team Sports.....II-19
Changing Trends in Fabric Manufacturing.....II-19
1$100
   Sports Apparel Attitude.....II-20
Table 4: Primary uses of Sports Apparel (Percentage of Persons) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-20

Table 5: Percentage that is Sure of the Brand They Want to Buy (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-20
1$300
   Table 6: What will they do if the brand is not available (Percentage of Individuals) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-21

Table 7: Spending Planned for Purchase (Percentage of Individuals) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-21

Table 8: How they prefer to use apparel (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-21
1$300
  7. Product Introductions/Innovations.....II-224 $400  
   Speedo® Introduces Speedo® LZR RACER™.....II-22
JCPenney Introduces American Living Brand.....II-22
Reebok Launches the Big Papi 2M Signature Cleat.....II-22
New Balance’s Apparel Line Features CoCoNa™ Technology.....II-22
Creora Introduces Eco-friendly Fabrics .....II-22
1$100
   adidas Golf Debuts Exclusive Women’s Apparel Line.....II-23
Dockers® Launches Dockers Championship Pant.....II-23
HO Sports Company Unveils Hyperlite Apparel Line.....II-23
1$100
   Swirl Gear Introduces Unique Fitness Line.....II-24
Wuhan Releases Latest Wool Wear Designed for Sports.....II-24
Textronics Unleashes NuMetrex.....II-24
Nike Unveils Custom Made Nike Speed Corset Apparel Series.....II-24
Fila Launches Spring 2007 Golf Apparel.....II-24
1$100
   FAM Introduces Sportswear.....II-25
Easton Launches Exclusive Apparel for Hockey Players.....II-25
Champion Offers Latest Range of Women’s Athleticwear.....II-25
1$100
  8. Product Introductions/Innovations in the Recent Past .....II-264 $400  
   Under Armour Unveils Relaxed™ Performance Underwear Series.....II-26
Sew Cal Introduces Pipeline Posse Brand.....II-26
Lotto Capitalizes on Indian Tennis Player Sania Mirza’s Popularity.....II-26
Everlast Bags Up ‘Heritage’ Fervor.....II-26
New Balance Peps up Athletic Apparel Market for the Fall & the Spring.....II-26
1$100
   Warnaco Swimwear Launches New ‘Choice Calvin Klein’ Swimwear Line.....II-27
Speedo FASTSKIN FSII: A Promise of Speedy Performance.....II-27
Mizuno Corp. Introduces Bio-Gear Sports Apparel.....II-27
Antimicrobial Microfiber Undergarments for Hockey Players.....II-27
Browning Unveils Women’s Outdoor Wear.....II-27
1$100
   Russell Introduces Diamond Legends™ Collection.....II-28
Russell Unveils SpotShield™ Stain Repellant Fabric.....II-28
Russell Athletic Rolls Out Collegiate Legends Collection.....II-28
Russell Unveils New Dri-Power™ Stretch Mesh Technology.....II-28
1$100
   Russell Rolls Out New Black-and-White Series of Jerseys.....II-29
1$100
  9. Recent Industry Activity.....II-3017 $1000  
   Nike Acquires Umbro.....II-30
Shimano Takes Over Pearl Izumi.....II-30
Spyder Active Takes Over Cloudveil.....II-30
Reebok Enters into a Joint Venture with Vulcabras.....II-30
Ashworth Acquires Sun Ice® and Sunice® Brands.....II-30
Vivarte to Take Over Super Sport.....II-30
1$100
   Quad-C Takes Over Augusta Sportswear.....II-31
Reebok Now in Dick’s Stores.....II-31
Perry Ellis Acquires Laundry® and C&C California® Brands.....II-31
Liz Claiborne Enters into an Agreement with Donna Karan.....II-31
Tommy Hilfiger Now at Fifth Avenue in New York City.....II-31
Under Armour Provides Outfit for University of Hawaii Football Team.....II-31
1$100
   Majestic Provides Baseball Gear to Minor League Baseball™ Clubs.....II-32
adidas’ Sports Licensed Division Acquires Mitchell & Ness Nostalgia.....II-32
Billabong Acquires Xcel .....II-32
Hartmarx Takes Over the Business of Monarchy.....II-32
New Balance Takes Over Vital Apparel Group.....II-32
TA Associates Takes Over M&M Direct.....II-32
1$100
   Hanesbrands and Walt Disney Enter into a Marketing Agreement.....II-33
Billabong to Operate Directly in South Africa.....II-33
Columbia Sportswear Makes Changes in Montrail’s Operations.....II-33
Perry Ellis Signs Three Licensing Deals in Asia.....II-33
UMBRO and Swedish Football Association Partnership Extended.....II-33
Unlimited Sports Secures Distribution Rights from Under Armour.....II-33
1$100
   Easton Bell Procures Sportswear from India.....II-34
Sports Direct International Invests in Amer.....II-34
New Wave Group Takes Over Cutter & Buck.....II-34
Dogi International Takes Over Elastic Fabrics.....II-34
Hidary Group Acquires Everlast Worldwide.....II-34
VF Imagewear Takes Over Majestic Athletic.....II-34
1$100
   Fila Korea Acquires Fila Luxembourg.....II-35
Sport-Haley Acquires the Remaining Stake in Reserve Apparel.....II-35
G-III Buys Assets from Jessica.....II-35
Lord Daniel Sportswear Ties up With Top Circle Hosiery Mills.....II-35
1$100
   Ford Edge Collaborates with Time Inc. and Dominator Clothing.....II-36
Everlast Ties Up with BMH to Enter China.....II-36
Enyce to Form Alliance with Gina.....II-36
1$100
   Phillips-Van Heusen Enters into Licensing Agreement with Timberland.....II-37
Under Armour Signs Pact with Unlimited Sports Group.....II-37
Calvin Klein Enters into Licensing Agreement with Windsong Sport.....II-37
Perry Ellis Signs Licensing Agreement with ES Apparel.....II-37
1$100
   Perry Ellis Signs Licensing Agreement with Burlington and TrapTek.....II-38
Liz Claiborne Enters into Partnership with Narciso Rodriguez.....II-38
PPR Overcomes Approval Hitch to Take Over Puma.....II-38
adidas to Integrate Distribution Centers by 2009.....II-38
adidas to Add Outlets in Mainland China.....II-38
1$100
   Reliance Retail Offers Outlets and Yarns for Its Global Allies.....II-39
adidas-Salomon Acquires Reebok International.....II-39
Timberland Acquires Howies.....II-39
Broder Bros Took Over Amtex Imports.....II-39
Kellwood Acquires CRL Group's Assets.....II-39
1$100
   Zumiez Acquires Fast Forward.....II-40
Delta Apparel Acquires Fun-Tees to Augment Sales.....II-40
Denim Apparel Acquires Sportswear Company, Moonlight Graham.....II-40
Polo Ralph Lauren Acquires License of Polo Jeans.....II-40
Warnaco Group Acquires Calvin Klein® Jeans.....II-40
Perry Ellis Acquires Gotcha International.....II-40
1$100
   Gildan Acquires Kentucky Derby Hosiery.....II-41
Apax Partners Acquires Tommy Hilfiger.....II-41
Augusta Sportswear Acquires Holloway.....II-41
Berkshire Hathaway Takes Over Russell Corp......II-41
1$100
   Liz Claiborne Acquires Wes Coast Contempo Fashions and Mac and Jac Holdings.....II-42
Iconix Brand Group Acquires Ocean Pacific Brand from Warnaco Group.....II-42
TSC Buys Sol Schultz & Co.....II-42
K2 Inc. Purchases Line Ski Business from Trak Sports.....II-42
Reebok Joins Hands with Donovan Mcnabb.....II-42
Nike and Iroquois Nationals Enter into a Strategic Collaboration.....II-42
1$100
   Lining Signs Partnership Contract with Shaquille O'Neal.....II-43
Black Fives Teams Up with Nike.....II-43
VF Eyes Indian Market for Its Branded Apparel.....II-43
MacGregor Inks Agreement with Adidas AG.....II-43
PRIMEDIA Enterprises Inks Pact with Fine World to Develop New Apparel Range.....II-43
1$100
   Everlast Signs Licensing Agreement with WS Sports.....II-44
Amer Sports Integrates Amer Sports Winter and Outdoor America Operations.....II-44
Venice Beach Opens New Chain of Athletic Apparel Stores in Saudi Arabia.....II-44
1$100
   Sara Lee Divests Branded Apparel Business in Europe.....II-45
Hanesbrands Spins Off from Sara Lee.....II-45
MLB Makes Reebok their Official Licensee.....II-45
Phillips-Van Heusen to Launch IZOD Brand Alone.....II-45
Gildan to Bring Its Distribution Centers Under One Roof.....II-45
Tommy Hilfiger Opens Several Standalone Retail Outlets in Europe.....II-45
1$100
   Tommy Hilfiger Inaugurates Commercial Complex in London.....II-46
Tommy Hilfiger Europe Opens Standalone Retail Outlet in U.A.E......II-46
Tommy Starts Standalone Retail Store in Mexico City.....II-46
1$100
  10. Strategic Corporate Developments in the Recent Past.....II-478 $600  
   Amer Sports Pockets Salomon’s Brands.....II-47
Liz Claiborne Completes Takeover of Skylark Sport.....II-47
RMD Entertainment Buys Dbands.....II-47
Fordham Acquires Gorga Athletic Wear.....II-47
International Brand Licensing Enters Into Agreement with Takeo Kikuchi.....II-47
1$100
   New Balance Enters into Licensing Agreement with Levy Group .....II-48
Nautilus Mops Up 100% Equity Stake in PEARL iZUMi USA.....II-48
Delta Apparel Acquires Liquid Blaino Designs.....II-48
Brooks Sports Partners With TCM for Long-term Sponsorship.....II-48
Everlast Enters into Licensing Agreement with M&M Fitness.....II-48
1$100
   Everlast® Enters into an Agreement with Misterio del Mar.....II-49
Everlast Expands Licensing Agreement to Introduce ‘Hand X’.....II-49
C&C California Enters Sportswear Market.....II-49
Cloudveil Mountain Works Inc. - A new Specialty Outdoor Apparel Maker Comes to
  Fore.....II-49
Warnaco Forays into Sports Apparel.....II-49
1$100
   Windsong Acquires Como Sport.....II-50
Reebok Buys the Hockey Company.....II-50
Cynthia Steffe is Now Bernard Chaus’.....II-50
VF Inc. Purchases Vans Inc......II-50
Quiksilver Polishes up D C Shoes.....II-50
Ashworth Acquires Gekko Brands.....II-50
Jones Apparel Ropes in Barneys and Maxwell Shoe.....II-50
1$100
   Nike Acquires Official Starter Properties LLC and Official Starter LLC.....II-51
Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation Completes Acquisition of RL Childrenswear.....II-51
PVH Acquires Cluett American’s Arrow Brand.....II-51
Perry Ellis International Slates Acquisition of Tropical Sportswear
  International.....II-51
Russell Corp Pockets Brooks.....II-51
Adidas-Salomon Eyes Valley Apparel.....II-51
Columbia Sportswear Acquires Mountain Hardwear.....II-51
1$100
   Nike Acquires Converse.....II-52
Phillips-Van Heusen Acquires Calvin Klein, Inc......II-52
Sport Brands International Divests Enyce.....II-52
Russell Corporation Purchases Jagged Edge Trademark.....II-52
Gildan Activewear Forms JV with Frontier Spinning Mills.....II-52
Bluetorch Inc Inks Deal, Ropes in Specialty Retail Chains.....II-52
1$100
   Tommy Hilfiger Apparel to Retail in Korea.....II-53
Aussie Apparel Group Ltd. Pens Licensing Agreement with Revo (UK) Ltd.....II-53
Reebok Enters into Licensing Agreement with NBA.....II-53
Nike Signs Agreement with Mexican National Soccer Federation.....II-53
Gildan Activewear Announces Opening of Henri-Bourassa Yarn-Spinning Facility.....II-53
1$100
   ASICS TIGER to be Known as ASICS America.....II-54
Travis Bought Out by Liz Clairborne.....II-54
1$100
  11. Focus on Select Global Players.....II-5522 $1000  
   Adidas AG (Germany).....II-551$100
   Reebok (USA).....II-56
Algo Group, Canada.....II-56
1$100
   Amer Sports Corporation (Finland).....II-57
Ashworth Inc (USA).....II-57
1$100
   ASICS America Corporation (USA).....II-58
Benetton Group S.p.A (Italy).....II-58
1$100
   Billabong International Limited (Australia).....II-59
Blacks Leisure Group Plc (UK).....II-59
1$100
   Columbia Sportswear Company (USA).....II-60
Descente Ltd. (Japan).....II-60
Eddie Bauer Inc (USA).....II-60
1$100
   Escada AG (Germany).....II-61
Everlast Worldwide Inc (USA).....II-61
Fila Online Inc. (USA).....II-61
1$100
   Foot Locker Inc (USA).....II-62
FUBU (USA).....II-62
1$100
   Gap Inc (USA).....II-63
Banana Republic (USA.....II-63
Old Navy (USA).....II-63
Gildan Activewear Inc (Canada).....II-63
1$100
   Hanesbrands Inc. (USA).....II-64
HartMarx Corp (USA).....II-64
Hugo Boss AG (USA).....II-64
1$100
   Jacques Moret Inc (USA).....II-651$100
   JJB Sports Plc (UK).....II-66
Jockey International (USA).....II-66
Jones Apparel Group Inc (USA).....II-66
1$100
   Levi Strauss & Co (USA).....II-67
Liz Claiborne Inc (USA).....II-67
Louis Garneau Sports Inc. (Canada).....II-67
New Balance (USA).....II-67
1$100
   Nike Inc. (USA).....II-68
Onward Holdings Company Ltd. (Japan).....II-68
Perry Ellis International Corporation (USA).....II-68
1$100
   Phillips - Van Heusen Corp (USA).....II-691$100
   Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation (USA).....II-701$100
   Prada S.p.A Group (Italy).....II-71
Quiksilver Inc. (USA).....II-71
Russell Corporation (USA).....II-71
1$100
   Brooks Sports Inc (USA).....II-72
The Athletic Sportshow Inc (Canada).....II-72
The Timberland Company (USA).....II-72
T.J. Maxx (USA).....II-72
Tommy Hilfiger (USA).....II-72
1$100
   Tommy Hilfiger Europe.....II-73
Triumph Apparel Corporation (USA).....II-73
Triumph International (Germany).....II-73
1$100
   Umbro Plc (UK).....II-74
Under Armour, Inc (USA).....II-74
V.F. Corporation (USA).....II-74
1$100
   Nautica Enterprises Inc (USA).....II-75
Majestic Athletic (USA).....II-75
1$100
   Wacoal Holdings Corporation (Japan).....II-76
Warnaco Group Inc. (USA).....II-76
1$100
  12. Global Market Perspective.....II-77   
   Table 9: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Geographic Region/ Country – US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-771$300
   Table 10: World Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-781$300
   Table 11: World Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Geographic Region/Country – US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-791$300
   Table 12: World 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Geographic Region/Country – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets for Years 1998, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-801$300
   Table 13: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports Apparel by Geographic Region/ Country – US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-811$300
   Table 14: World Long-term Projections for Sports Apparel by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-821$300
   Table 15: World Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports Apparel by Geographic Region/Country – US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-831$300
   Table 16: World 15-Year Perspective for Sports Apparel by Geographic Region/Country – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets for Years 1998, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-841$300
   Table 17: World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Fitness Clothing by Geographic Region/ Country – US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-851$300
   Table 18: World Long-term Projections for Fitness Clothing by Geographic Region/Country - US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-861$300
   Table 19: World Ten-Year Historic Review for Fitness Clothing by Geographic Region/Country – US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-871$300
   Table 20: World 15-Year Perspective for Fitness Clothing by Geographic Region/Country – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific (excluding Japan), Latin America and Rest of World Markets for Years 1998, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....II-881$300
III. MARKET276$1950
  1. The United States .....III-1154 $1875  
   A. Market Analysis .....III-1
Sports Apparel - A Versatile Interpretation.....III-1
Athletics and Americans – High Health Consciousness.....III-1
1$75
   Women Participation Revs up the Engine of Apparel Growth.....III-2
What Consumers Want.....III-2
Changing Pricing Scenario.....III-2
Baby Boomers - Present Good Prospects.....III-2
1$75
   Brand Ubiquity: The In-thing in Sportswear.....III-3
Increasing Popularity of Specialty Stores.....III-3
Running Apparel Segment – Picking Up Pace.....III-3
2006 – Surging Demand for Advanced Performance Apparel Drives Market Growth.....III-3
1$75
   2005 – Year of Excellent Growth.....III-4 1$75
   Table 21: The US Market for Sports and Fitness Apparel: Market Size & Percentage Breakdown by Consumer Segments for the Year 2005 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-5
Fitness Instructors and Personal Trainers to Market Athletic Wear.....III-5
Ladies Sports Shirts in Demand.....III-5
Sports Apparel to Outperform Total Apparel Market.....III-5
1$150
   Racket Squad: Apparel for Tennis Players.....III-6
Sales of Ski and Snowboard Apparel.....III-6
New Challenges in the Sports Apparel Market.....III-6
1$75
   Trade Dynamics During 2005 and 2006.....III-7
Imports.....III-7
Table 22: Major Import Sources of US Ski Suits of Textile Material - Knitted or Crocheted by Country for (2006) – China, Thailand, Vietnam, Canada, Italy and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-7

Table 23: Major Import Sources of US Ski Suits of Textile Material - Knitted or Crocheted by Country for (2005) – China, Italy, Honduras, Canada, Vietnam and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-7
1$150
   Table 24: Major Import Sources of US Ski Suits - Woven by Country for (2005 & 2006) – China, Bangladesh, Vietnam, India, Italy, Indonesia and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-8

Table 25: Major Import Sources of US Track Suits - Knitted - Cotton by Country for (2005 & 2006) –China, Egypt, Pakistan, Honduras, Bangladesh and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-8
1$150
   Table 26: Major Import Sources of US Track Suits - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2005 & 2006) – China, Egypt, Pakistan, Honduras, Bangladesh and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-9

Table 27: Major Import Sources of US Track Suits - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2006) – Mexico, China, Philippines, Hungary and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-9

Table 28: Major Import Sources of US Track Suits - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2005) – China, Indonesia, Hungary, Mexico and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-9
1$150
   Table 29: Major Import Sources of US Mens/Boys Swimwear - Woven by Country for (2005 & 2006) – Bangladesh, China, Cambodia, Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Thailand and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-10

Table 30: Major Import Sources of US Men's/ Boys Swimwear - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2006) – France, China, Portugal, Spain and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-10

Table 31: Major Import Sources of US Men's/Boys Swimwear - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2005) – Italy, China, France, Hong Kong and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-10
1$150
   Table 32: Major Import Sources of US Men's/Boys Swimwear - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2006) – Mexico, China, Indonesia, Bangladesh, Taiwan and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-11

Table 33: Major Import Sources of US Men's/Boys Swimwear - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2005) – Mexico, China, Honduras, Pakistan, Canada and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-11

Table 34: Major Import Sources of US Womens/ Girls Swimwear - Woven by Country for (2006) – Cambodia, China, Canada, Italy, Brazil and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-11
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   Table 35: Major Import Sources of US Womens/Girls Swimwear - Woven by Country for (2005) – Canada, Mexico, Italy, Turkey, China and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-12

Table 36: Major Import Sources of US Women/ Girl Swimwear - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2006) – China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, Philippines, Italy, Canada and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-12

Table 37: Major Import Sources of US Women/Girl Swimwear - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2005) – China, Taiwan, Canada, Turkey, Italy, Philippines and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-12
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   Table 38: Major Import Sources of US Women/Girl Swimwear - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2005) – Mexico, China, Canada, Dominican Republic, Indonesia, Taiwan and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-13
Exports.....III-13
Table 39: Major Export Destinations of US Ski Suits of Textile Material - Knitted or Crocheted by Country for (2006) – Italy, Japan, Israel, Canada, France, UK and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-13
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   Table 40: Major Export Destinations of US Ski Suits of Textile Material - Knitted or Crocheted by Country for (2005) – Japan, Australia, Belgium, Finland, Austria, UK and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-14

Table 41: Major Export Destinations of US Ski Suits - Woven by Country for (2006) – Mexico, Japan, Vietnam, New Zealand, Ecuador and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-14

Table 42: Major Export Destinations of US Ski Suits - Woven by Country for (2005) – Mexico, Japan, Iraq, Chile, France and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-14
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   Table 43: Major Export Destinations of US Track Suits - Knitted - Cotton by Country for (2006) – Mexico, Canada, Indonesia, Japan and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-15

Table 44: Major Export Destinations of US Track Suits - Knitted - Cotton by Country for (2005) – Mexico, Hong Kong, Japan, Canada and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-15

Table 45: Major Export Destinations of US Track Suits - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2005 & 2006) – Mexico, UK, Canada, El Salvador, Honduras, Japan and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-15
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   Table 46: Major Export Destinations of US Track Suits - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2005 & 2006) – Mexico, UK, Japan, Dominican Republic and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-16

Table 47: Major Export Destinations of US Mens/Boys Swimwear - Woven by Country for (2006) – Denmark, Canada, Mexico, India, Nigeria and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-16

Table 48: Major Export Destinations of US Mens/Boys Swimwear - Woven by Country for (2005) – China, Mexico, Canada, South Korea, UK and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-16
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   Table 49: Major Export Destinations of US Men's/Boys Swimwear - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2006) – Cambodia, Japan, Colombia, Hong Kong, Honduras and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-17

Table 50: Major Export Destinations of US Men's/Boys Swimwear - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2005) – Cambodia, Mexico, Australia, Japan and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-17

Table 51: Major Export Destinations of US Men's/Boys Swimwear - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2006) – Mexico, Canada, UK, China, Maldives and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-17
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   Table 52: Major Export Destinations of US Men's/Boys Swimwear - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2005) – Mexico, Canada, Trinidad and Tobago (Port of Spain), Italy, Greece, and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-18

Table 53: Major Export Destinations of US Womens/Girls Swimwear - Woven by Country for (2006) – Mexico, Canada, Italy, Japan, UK and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-18

Table 54: Major Export Destinations of US Womens/Girls Swimwear - Woven by Country for (2005) – Mexico, Italy, Canada, Germany, Dominican Republic and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-18
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   Table 55: Major Export Destinations of US Women/ Girl Swimwear - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2006) – Dominican Republic, Mexico, Colombia, Canada, Taiwan and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-19

Table 56: Major Export Destinations of US Women/Girl Swimwear - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2005) – Dominican Republic, Mexico, Canada, Guatemala, Honduras and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-19

Table 57: Major Export Destinations of US Women/ Girl Swimwear - Knitted – Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2005 & 2006) – Canada, Mexico, UK, Dominican Republic and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-19
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   2004 – Sports and Fitness Clothing Tops US$40 Billion.....III-20
Table 58: Sports Apparel Market in the US in 2004: Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Company (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) .....III-20
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   Table 59: Leading Importers of US Sportsgear & Apparel (2004): Countries Ranked by Export Value for – Canada, Mexico, Japan, Dominican Republic, Honduras, Australia, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Germany, Panama and Others (In US$ Million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-21

Table 60: Major Export Destinations of US Sportsgear & Apparel by Country for (2004) – Percentage Breakdown of Exports Value for Canada, Mexico, Japan, Dominican Republic, Honduras, Australia, United Kingdom, Netherlands, Germany, Panama and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-21
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   Table 61: The US Market for and Fitness Clothing: Market Size & Percentage Breakdown by Consumer Segments for the Year 2004 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-22

Table 62: The US Market for Sports and Fitness Clothing: Market Size & Percentage Breakdown by Apparel Type for the Year 2004(includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-22
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   Table 63: The US Market for Sports and Fitness Clothing: Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Product Segment for the Year 2004 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-23

Table 64: The US Market for Active Sports Apparel: Percentage Breakdown of Consumer Spending by Type of Sport for the Year 2004 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-23
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   Table 65: The US Market for Sports: Percentage Breakdown of Retail Outlets for the Year 2004 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-24
2003 - Womens wear Outsells Mens wear.....III-24
Table 66: Apparel Sales by Consumer Segment: 2003 (In %) – Men, Women, Children (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-24
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   Leading Apparel Makers in Texas Region: Ranking of V.F. Jeanswear, Fruit of the
  Loom, Radio Cap Co., Levi Strauss & Co., and MFI International for
    2003.....III-25
Table 67: Leading Sporting Goods Retailers in the U.S: Value Sales of The Sports Authority, Bass Pro Shops, Dick's Sporting Goods Inc, Cabela's Inc, and Academy Sports & Outdoors for 2003 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-25

Table 68: The US Market for Sports Apparel: Breakdown of Average Price Per Unit by Consumer Segment for the Year 2003 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-25

Table 69: Popular Reasons for Buying Licensed Sports Apparel in the US: Year 2003 Extreme Interests (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-25
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   2002 – Ups and Downs in-Store.....III-26
Snapshots.....III-26
Throwback Jerseys the Hottest Fashion in Sportswear.....III-26
2001 – Bogged Down by Problems.....III-26
Snapshots.....III-26
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   Top Sellers of Apparel: 2001.....III-27 1$75
   Table 70: Sports Apparel Makers in the US: Global Sales of Jones Apparel, Reebok, Nike, VF Corporation, Liz Claiborne, Timberland, Polo Ralph Lauren, Columbia Sportswear, Tommy Hilfiger, Kenneth Cole, Nautica and Skechers for 2001 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-281$150
   Table 71: Leading Sports Apparel Makers in the US: Sales in Europe (as percentage of total sales) of Polo Ralph Lauren, Reebok, VF Corporation, Nike, Liz Claiborne, Timberland, Kenneth Cole, Columbia Sportswear, Tommy Hilfiger, Jones Apparel, Nautica and Skechers for 2001 (in US$ million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-29
Woman – The Focus of the Year.....III-29
2000 – Prices Slide Down.....III-29
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   Table 72: Best-Selling Sportswear in the US Market (2000): Sales of Select Segments By Type of Sport - Running/Jogging, Bowling, Golf, Swimming, Hunting, Fishing, Camping, Bicycling, and Aerobics (Sales in US$ Million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-30
Best Selling Sports Apparel Items: 2000 (Ranking on the basis of dollar
  sales).....III-30
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   Table 73: Key Elements Impacting Sports Apparel Spending: 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-31

Table 74: Usage Preferences of Sports Apparel (Gender wise): 2000 (Percentage of Persons) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-31
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   Tennis Surpasses Golf in Style.....III-32
Designers Compete for Golf Biz.....III-32
Golf Grows Hot.....III-32
Technology in Snowboard Attire.....III-32
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   Motocross Apparel Hits New High.....III-33
Smaller Companies and Extreme Sports Conquer Sporting Goods Industry.....III-33
Fabric, Colors, Finishes & More .....III-33
Nylon Apparel in Sportswear Market.....III-33
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   Sportswear Design Trends.....III-34
Sporting New Colors.....III-34
Denim Finds Use in Sports Apart from Active Lifestyle Applications.....III-34
US Activewear Market.....III-34
Activewear: A Segment with High Growth Opportunities.....III-34
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   Table 75: Leading Activewear Brands in 2004: Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Tommy Hilfiger, Nike, Hanes, Polo and Disney (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-35

Table 76: Best-Selling Activewear Segments: Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for - Knitted T Shirts & Sports Shirts, Outerwear/Topcoats, Swim wear, Sweats and Warm Ups, Intimate Apparel, Team Sports Uniforms, Tops & Bottoms and Other Sports & Fitness Apparel & Accessories for the years 1991, 1995, 2005 and 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-35
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   Performance is not the Only Criterion for Buying Active.....III-36
Active Styles to Re-Emerge.....III-36
Intense Competition in the Active Wear Market.....III-36
Sports Application of Activewear – A Peek into Past Trends.....III-36
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   Table 77: Activewear Used in Different Sports (2003): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Use in Active Sports - Football, Golf, Basketball, Baseball/Softball, Inline Skating/Boarding, Aerobic/Fitness/Exercise, Running/Jogging, Outdoor Sports/Recreation, Skiing/ Snowboarding, Walking for Exercise, Soccer/ Rugby and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-37

Table 78: Activewear Sports Use by Men and Women in the US (2003): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Activity - Walking for Exercise, Running/ Jogging, Basketball, Aerobics/Fitness/Exercise and Golf (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-37
Mass Merchandisers & Discounters Dominate Retailing.....III-37
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   Table 79: Leading Retail Outlets for Active Sports Apparel (2001): Sales and Percentage Breakdown by Retailer - National Chains, Sporting Goods Stores, Specialty Stores, Mass Merchants, Department Stores, Factory Outlets, Wholesale Clubs\Hypermarts, Off-Price Stores, Direct Mail/e-tailers, Other Outlets (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-38

Table 80: Retail Market for Active Sports Apparel (1999-1996): Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales by Retail Channel - Off-Price Stores, Factory Outlets, Discount Stores, Sporting Goods Stores, Specialty Stores, Department Stores, Chain Stores, Mail Order and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-38
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   Casualwear Market.....III-39
An Overview of Casualwear Market.....III-39
Casual Wear: A Retro Focus on Trends - 2003 & Before.....III-39
Casual Wear for Winter 2002 - 03.....III-39
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   Table 81: Leading Makers of Cotton T-Shirts in the US (2003 Vs 2001): Percentage Breakdown for Gilden, Fruit of the Loom and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-41

Table 82: Leading Jeans Labels for Adults (18-24 age group) in 2003: Percentage Breakdown for Tommy Hilfiger, Levi, Gap, Old Navy, LEI, Express, Calvin Klein, Polo, Mudd, Guess, Abercrombie & Fitch and Jnco (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-41
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   Table 83: Fleece Sales at Discount Stores (2003 Vs 2001): Percentage Breakdown by Type of Material - Cotton, 50% Poly/50% Cotton and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-42
Casual Clothing Trends.....III-42
Casual Sportswear.....III-42
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   Marketing Trends in Casual Clothing.....III-43
Licensed Sports Apparel.....III-43
Market Highlights.....III-43
Licensed Sports Apparel for Children – A Growing Market.....III-43
Rebirth of Sports Licensing.....III-43
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   Consumer Segments.....III-44
Women’s Sports Apparel Segment.....III-44
What Women Want.....III-44
Women’s Participation in Sports.....III-44
Growth of Small Female Run Companies.....III-44
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   Womenswear Market Vitals – A Quick Brush Up.....III-45
Table 84: Women’s Sportswear Market (2001-2002): Percentage Breakdown by Age Group - 55+, 35-54, 25-34, 18-24, 13-17, Below 12 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-45

Table 85: Revenues in Women’s Wear Categories: 2001-2002 (US$ Million) – Tailored, Tops, Bottoms (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-45
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   Table 86: Leading Women-Oriented Sports Apparel Companies in the US in 2000: Sales and Percentage Breakdown for Weekend Exercise Co, Danskin, Champion Jogbra, Carushka and Jacques Moret (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-46
Leading Manufacturers of Tennis/Sports Skirts in 2000: Ranking by Volume Sales
  for Vital Apparel Group, Jantzen and Nike.....III-46
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   Women and Girls Apparel Marketing.....III-47
Efforts of Companies to Attract Teenage Girls and Women – A Review of Impact
  Creating Promos.....III-47
Table 87: Female Participation in Less Impact Activities: 2001-2000 - Pilates Training, Yoga/Tai Chi, Water Exercise, Fitness Swimming, Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-47
Nike Appeals to Women's Market.....III-47
Women Display Preference for Fitness over Competitive Sporting Activities.....III-47
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   Table 88: Popular Fitness/Sporting Activities of Women and Girls Aged 6 Years and Above: 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-48
Women Pioneers Shaping Sports Apparel Market.....III-48
Womens Sportswear Led by its Own Thrust.....III-48
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   Pregnant Women: A Growing Segment.....III-49
Teenage Girls: Enthusiastic Purchasers.....III-49
Table 89: Leading Retail Channels for Teens Sportswear (in the 13-17 Age segment) in 2003 & 2005: Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Department, Mass, Specialty and Other Stores (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-49
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   Table 90: Apparel Market for Girls (2003 & 2005 E): Percentage Breakdown of Value Share by Segments - Dresses/Skirts, Activewear, Tops, Bottoms, Intimate Apparel, Outerwear and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-50
Buying Patterns of Women Shopping for Sports and Fitness Clothing.....III-50
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   Table 91: Elements That Draw Women to Activewear Purchases (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-51
Important Sources of Sports Apparel Information.....III-51
Table 92: Source of Information on Activewear for Women (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-51
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   Women’s Penchant for Cool Cotton.....III-52
Table 93: Fabrics Used in the Women's Activewear Market in 2003 & 2005 – Percentage Breakdown for Polyester, Cotton, Nylon, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-52
Review of Intimate Sports Apparel Section.....III-52
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   Table 94: Leading Manufacturers of Women's/ Girl's Underwear in 2003 & 2005: Percentage Breakdown for Fruit of the Loom, Sara Lee and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-53

Table 95: Lingerie Sales by Segment in 2003 & 2005: Percentage Breakdown for Designer, Private Label, and National Brands (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-53
The Bra Segment.....III-53
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   Rising Popularity of Women’s Sports Bra.....III-54
Prints and Colors in Vogue.....III-54
Distribution Channels for Women’s Apparel.....III-54
Discount Stores.....III-54
Women’s Favorite Sales Outlets.....III-54
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   Table 96: Women’s Favorite Stores for Sports Apparel or Activewear in 2003 & 2005: Percentage Breakdown for Department Store (non-specific), Wal-Mart, Target, JC Penney, Lady Foot Locker/Foot Locker (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-55

Table 97: Sports Apparel and Activewear Stores for Women (2001): Percentage Breakdown for Specialty Store, Discount Store, Catalog, Department Store, Athletic Footwear Store, Sporting Goods Store and Online Retailer (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-55
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   Casual SportsWear Industry – Trekking the Crests & Troughs.....III-56
Casualization Booms Women’s Spending.....III-56
National Chains Lead Sales.....III-56
Men’s and Boy’s Sportswear Market.....III-56
Consumer Behavior.....III-56
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   A Growing Segment of Sportswear - Golf Apparel.....III-57
Table 98: Leading Labels for Golf Apparel in 2003 & 2005E: Percentage Breakdown for Tommy Bahama, Cutter & Buck and Ashworth (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-57
Sport Coats.....III-57
An Alternative to Pricey Suits.....III-57
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   Trousers.....III-58
Table 99: Men's Apparel Market in 2003 & 2005 E: Percentage Breakdown by Segments - Activewear, Outerwear, Suits/Sportscoats, Tops, Bottoms, Furnishings, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-58
Men’s Innerwear.....III-58
Inner Sportswear.....III-58
Established Players Gamble - Combining Sportivity with Intimacy.....III-58
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   Men’s Underwear Now Ranges from Bikini Briefs to Baggy Boxers.....III-59
Table 100: Leading Manufacturers of Men's/ Boy's Underwear for 2003 & 2005: Percentage Breakdown for Sara Lee, Fruit of the Loom and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-59
Sports Apparel Base Layer Fabrics.....III-59
Advance Features and Crossover Style Characterize New Base Layers.....III-59
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   Product Launches in Underwear, Socks, and Fleece Top Segments: 2002 - 03.....III-602$150
   Men are Fashion Conscious.....III-621$75
   Children’s Sportswear.....III-63
Apparel for Obese Kids: A Niche Segment.....III-63
Table 101: Boy's Clothing Market (2003 & 2005) - Percentage Breakdown by Category Suits/ Sportscoats, Bottoms, Furnishings, Activewear, Outerwear, Tops, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-63
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   Table 102: Popular Labels for Children's Apparel (2003 & 2005): Percentage Breakdown for Levi's, Oshkosh and Hanes (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-64
Jeans and Sneakers - Most Preferred Apparel by Teenagers.....III-64
Table 103: Top 5 Popular Jeans Labels for Teenagers (13-17 age group) (2003 & 2005): Percentage Breakdown for Levi, Tommy Hilfiger, Polo, Gap and Old Navy (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-64
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   Table 104: Jeans Market in 2005 – Percentage Breakdown by Color - Black, Light Blue, Medium Blue, Dark Blue, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-65
Surf and Skateboard Influencing Children's Wear.....III-65
Fitness Fervor Vibes the US Market – A Note on Evolution and Historic Trends &
  Stats.....III-65
American Fitness Industry.....III-65
Evolution of the American Fitness Industry.....III-65
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   Timeline of Popular Fitness Activities.....III-66 1$75
   Table 105: Favorite Fitness Activities in the US during 1997-2000 (Percentage Share) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-67
Relationship between Fitness and Health: Driving Industry Growth.....III-67
Table 106: Health Club Membership 1987–2000 (individuals in million) - Over 55, 35-54, 18-34,Under 18 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-67
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   Growth Factors in the American Fitness Industry.....III-68
Table 107: Fitness and Sporting Goods Market (1990-2001) – Annual Sales by Category for In-line Skates, Tennis, Other, Athletic Footwear, Exercise, and Outdoor in $ Million (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-68
Men and Fitness.....III-68
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   Favorite Sports Activities of Persons in the 6+ Age Segments (Considering
  Frequency of Participation): 2001.....III-69
Sports Participation in the US.....III-69
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   Table 108: Ardent Sports Enthusiasts: 1994-2001 (In %) (Persons aged 12+ years) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-70
Teens Participation in Sports.....III-70
Highlights of Teen and Pre-Teen Sports Participation during 1990 – 2000.....III-70
Favorite Sports Activities of 7-11 and 12-17 Age Groups.....III-70
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   Elders Increasingly Embrace Fitness Activities.....III-71
Favorite Sports Activities of the 55+Age Olds (Considering Frequency of
  Participation): 2001.....III-71
Sports and Fitness Habits of Americans.....III-71
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   Fitness Exercise: A Daily Mantra of Americans.....III-72
Key Trends.....III-72
Free Weight: Carrying Great Appeal.....III-72
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   Popular Exercises.....III-73
Favorite Sports and Activities of Americans.....III-73
Table 109: Favorite Sports Activities in the US: 2001 (Participants in 6+ age segment.....III-73
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   Table 110: Sports Activities Showing High Growth Levels: 2001 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-74
Demographic Profiles.....III-74
Table 111: Buyer Groups of Sports Apparel in 2001-1999: Percentage Breakdown by Dollars Spent - Males (18+), Females (18+), Teens (13-17) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-74
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   Table 112: Age Wise Classification of Sports Apparel Consumers: 2001 & 2000 (% of Buyers) - 55 and above, 35-54, 25-34, 18-24, 13-17, 12 and below (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-75

Table 113: Income Wise Classification of Sports Apparel Buyers: 2001-2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-75
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   Table 114: Income Groups by Average Unit Price: 2001-2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-76
Sports Trends in the US.....III-76
Skiing.....III-76
Renaissance of Conventional Ski Looks.....III-76
Skiwear Collections for Winter 2002 - 03.....III-76
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   Table 115: Sales Registered by Snow Sports Specialty and Chain Stores in 2002-2000 – Equipment, Apparel, Accessories (US$ Million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-78

Table 116: Skiers and Snowboarders, Breakup by Gender: 2001 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-78
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   Table 117: Skiers and Snowboarders by Age Groups: 2001 (75+, 65-74, 55-64, 45-54, 35-44, 25-34, 18-24, 12-17, 7-11) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-79

Table 118: Instances of Skier-Visits in the US: 2002-2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-79
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   Skiing and Riding Participation.....III-80
Demographic Profiles of Skiers and Riders.....III-80
Activity Participation.....III-80
Suitable Apparel and their Performance.....III-80
Snowboard Sports.....III-80
Hip Snowboard Clothing Popular with Winter Athletes and Skiers.....III-80
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   Snowboard Apparel for Winter 2002 - 03.....III-812$150
   Ski/Snowboard Apparel.....III-83
Table 119: Sales of Ski/Snowboard Companies: 1997 Vs. 1996 (In US $ million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-83
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   Table 120: Money spent at Specialty Ski Shops and Percentages of Total Dollars Spent: 1992-1996 (US$ million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-84

Table 121: On-Snow Participants (in millions): 1990-1995 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-84
Soft Adventure Snow Sports.....III-84
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   Sport Collections for Winter 2002-2003.....III-85
Table 122: Snow Sport Participation: 2001-2000 (Age group 7+years) - Cross Country, Snowboarding, Snowshoeing, Alpine (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-85
Volleyball.....III-85
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   Important Trends in Volleyball Participation.....III-86
Football (Tackle).....III-86
Soccer.....III-86
Table 123: Gender-Wise Classification of Soccer Participants: 2001.....III-86
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   Table 124: Percentage Change in Soccer Participation by Age Group: 1987-2001 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-87

Table 125: Classification of Soccer Participants in 2001: Percentage Breakdown by Age Groups - 35+, 25-34, 18-24, 12-17, and 6-11 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-87

Table 126: Classification of Soccer Participants in 2001 – Percentage Breakdown by Region - South, North Central, Northeast, and West (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-87
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   Table 127: Venues Utilized for Soccer: 2001 - Community Facility, School Gym, School Field, At Home, YMCA/Non-Profit Facility, Other Facilities (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-88

Table 128: Classification of Soccer Participants in 2001: Percentage Breakdown by Income Levels (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-88

Table 129: Soccer Participation in College: 1990-2001 (Participants in ‘000) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-88
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   Table 130: Soccer Participation in High School: 1990-2001 (Participants in million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-89

Table 131: Youth Registration for Soccer in the US: 1999-2001 (Participants aging below 19 years) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-89
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   Trail Running, Adventure Racing, and Triathlons.....III-90
Growth Factors.....III-90
Escalation in Outdoor Cross Training Participation.....III-90
Hiking Picks Up Pace.....III-90
Few Facts.....III-90
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   Sports Apparel – Snapshots of Sales Trends in Past Years.....III-91
Ten Significant Facts about Sports Apparel – A Historic Insight.....III-91
Leading Sportswear Companies.....III-91
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   Fashion Labels in Fitness Clothing.....III-92
Fitness Clothing Manufacturers.....III-92
Companies Involved in Licensed Fitness Clothing.....III-92
Fitness Apparel Retailing.....III-92
Traditional Retailers of Sporting Items.....III-92
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   Specialty Outlets for Sporting Items.....III-93
Discount Outlets and Mass Merchandisers.....III-93
Department Stores.....III-93
E-Commerce and Mail Order Retailers.....III-93
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   Swimming.....III-94
Table 132: Leading Performance Swimwear Makers in 2003: Percentage Breakdown for Nike, Speedo, Tyr, Adidas and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-94

Table 133: Swimwear Market by Consumer Segments in 2002: Annual Sales Estimates and Percentage Breakdown for Men's, Women's, Girl's, Boy's, and Infant/Toddler (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-94
Surfing.....III-94
Table 134: Major Surfwear Companies in 2000: Sales for Gotcha, Hang Ten, Big Dogs, Quiksilver and Op (in US$ Million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-94
Golf.....III-94
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   Table 135: Golf Apparel Sales of Leading Companies in 1998 - Polo/Ralph Lauren, Izod Club, Ashworth, Greg Norman, and Cutter & Back (in US$ Million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-95
Snapshots.....III-95
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   Table 136: Top Golf Apparel Companies: 1997 (Sales in US$ Million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-96
Retail Outdoor Apparel Market.....III-96
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   Table 137: Leading Players in Outdoor Apparel Market in 1998: Annual Sales for Columbia Sportswear, Timberland, Pacific Trail, the North Face, and Nike ACG in US$ Million (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-97
Lifestyle/Beach Apparel.....III-97
Table 138: Sales of Beach/Lifestyle Companies: 1997 Vs. 1996 (In US$ million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-97
1$150
   Branded Activewear.....III-98
Table 139: Branded Activewear Companies (1997 Vs. 1996): Annual Sales for Nike, Adidas, Reebok, Russell Athletic, Sara Lee Casualwear, Fila, Champion, Discus, and M. J. Soffe in US$ Million (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-98
Active Wear Firms: Subtler Logos.....III-98
1$150
   Table 140: Demand for Major Sports, League, and Collegiate-Licensed Merchandise in North America in 1999: Retail Sales for National Football League, Major League Baseball, National Basketball Association, Colleges, National Hockey League, and NASCAR in US$ Billion (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-99

Table 141: Active Sports Apparel Procurements by Sport for 1997 (In US $ million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-99
1$150
   Table 142: Sales and Average Price of US Screened Sportswear Apparel, 1997 Vs. 1996 - Fleece Tops, Fleece Bottoms, Warm-up Suits, Jackets, Caps/Hats, Knit Shirts, T-Shirts, Shorts (Sales in US$ million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-100
Retailers Focus on Branded and Private Label Activewear.....III-100
Table 143: Total Men’s Activewear and Swimwear Sales: 1995-97 (US$ Million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-100
1$150
   Bodywear.....III-101
Table 144: Leading Bodywear Companies (1997 Vs 1996): Annual Sales for Jacques Moret, Danskin, Rainbeau/Flyte, Marika, S. F. City Lights, Body Wrappers, Active Apparel Group, Carushka, Crunch, Gilda Marx, and Eurotard in US$ Million (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-101
Performance Apparel.....III-101
1$150
   Table 145: Sales of Performance Apparel Companies: 1997 Vs. 1996 (In US $ million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-102
Sports Logo Clothing Sales Decline.....III-102
1$150
   Table 146: Purchases of Clothing with Sports Logos in 1999: Sales for - Fleece Tops, Knit Shirts, Jackets, Caps/Hats, and T-shirts in US$ Million (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-103

Table 147: Top Companies by Sales of Sports Licensed Properties: 1996-1997 (In US$ million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-103
1$150
   Table 148: Licensed Activewear Sales (1995-1996) in US$ Million (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-104

Table 149: Purchases of Clothing with Sports Logos in 1998: Sales for Fleece Tops, Fleece Bottoms, Warm-up Suits, Jackets, Caps/Hats, Knit Shirts, T-shirts, and Shorts in US$ Million (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-104
1$150
   Table 150: Retail Sales of Leading Leagues from 1991 to 1997 (In US$ million) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-105
Distribution Scenario.....III-105
1$150
   Table 151: Sports Apparel Retailers in the US (2003-2002) – Percentage Breakdown by Dollar Sales for Specialty Stores, Mass Merchants, Department Stores, National Chains, Sporting Goods Stores, Off-price Stores, Pure Play Direct Mail/E-Tailers, Factory Outlets, Wholesale Clubs\Hypermarts, and Other Outlets (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-1061$150
   Table 152: Total Sports Apparel Market (1990-1995) - Percentage Breakdown by Retail Channels - Discount Stores, Chain Stores, Sporting Goods Stores, Department Stores, Specialty Stores, Off-Price Stores, Mail Order Catalogs, and Factory Outlets (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-107

Table 153: Performance-Oriented Activewear Market in 1997: Percentage Breakdown by Retail Channels - Discount Stores, Sporting Goods Stores, Department Stores, Chain Stores, Specialty Stores, Mail Order Catalogs, Off-Price Stores, Factory Outlets, and Other (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-107
Discounters Gained Significantly through Focus on Licensed Apparel.....III-107
1$150
   Table 154: Licensed Sports Apparel Market in 1997-1998: Percentage Breakdown by Distribution Channels - Department Stores, Mid-Tier, Specialty Stores, Discount Stores, Direct Mail, Off-Price, Factory Outlets, and Other (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-108

Table 155: Licensed Character Apparel Market in 1997-1998: Percentage Breakdown by Distribution Channels - Department Stores, Mid-Tier, Specialty Stores, Discount Stores, Direct Mail, Off-Price, Factory Outlets, and Other (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-108
1$150
   Sporting Goods Outlets.....III-109
Table 156: Retail Sales of Sports Merchandise in North America by Channel of Distribution: 1999 (In %) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-109
Product Introductions/Innovations.....III-109
3$450
   Product Introductions/Innovations in the Recent Past.....III-1123$225
   Recent Industry Activity.....III-11512$450
   Strategic Corporate Developments in the Recent Past.....III-1276$450
   Focus on Select Players.....III-133
Retailers.....III-133
Specialty Stores for Sports Items.....III-133
2$150
   Discount Outlets and Mass Merchandisers.....III-1351$75
   Department Stores.....III-136
Traditional Retailers of Sports Apparel.....III-136
3$225
   Manufacturers.....III-13914$650
   B. Market Analytics.....III-153
Table 157: US Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-153

Table 158: US Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-153
1$150
   Table 159: US Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-154

Table 160: US 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for 1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-154
1$150
  2. Canada.....III-15520 $1125  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-155
Outlook.....III-155
Market Snapshots.....III-155
Dominating US Presence.....III-155
Antimicrobial Microfiber Undergarments for Hockey Players.....III-155
Sportswear Retailing.....III-155
1$75
   Table 161: Sports Apparel Market in Canada: Percentage Market Share Breakdown of Retailing Avenues for the Year 2004 & 2005 – Sport Specialists, Department Store, Sporting Goods Stores, Discount Stores, Apparel Specialty, Footwear Specialty, and Other Outlets (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-156

Table 162: Market for Men’s Sports Coats and Blazers in Canada: Market Share Breakdown of Retailing Avenues for the Year 2004 & 2005 - Men's Apparel Stores, Men's Independent, Specialty Shops, Department Outlets, and Other Stores (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-156
1$150
   Imports and Exports Scenario.....III-157
Imports.....III-157
Table 163: Major Import Sources of Canadian Ski Suits of Textile Material - Knitted or Crocheted by Country for (2005 & 2006) – Thailand, China, Poland, Italy, US, Laos and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-157

Table 164: Major Import Sources of Canadian Ski Suits - Woven by Country for (2005 & 2006) – China, Bangladesh, Vietnam, Italy, US and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart)..... III-157
1$150
   Table 165: Major Import Sources of Canadian Track Suits - Knitted - Cotton by Country for (2005 & 2006) – China, Bangladesh, India, Philippines, Thailand and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) .....III-158

Table 166: Major Import Sources of Canadian Track Suits - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2005 & 2006) – China, Bangladesh, Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-158
1$150
   Table 167: Major Import Sources of Canadian Track Suits - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2006) – China, Colombia, Croatia and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-159

Table 168: Major Import Sources of Canadian Track Suits - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2005) – China, Croatia, UK and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-159

Table 169: Major Import Sources of Canadian Mens/ Boys Swimwear - Woven by Country for (2005 & 2006) – China, Bangladesh, Thailand, India, Cambodia, Philippines, and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-159
1$150
   Table 170: Major Import Sources of Canadian Mens/Boys Swimwear - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2006) – Thailand, China, Italy, Poland, and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-160

Table 171: Major Import Sources of Canadian Mens/Boys Swimwear - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2005) – India, El Salvador, Italy, Spain, US, and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-160

Table 172: Major Import Sources of Canadian Mens/Boys Swimwear - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2005 & 2006) – China, Cambodia, Mexico, Bangladesh and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-160
1$150
   Table 173: Major Import Sources of Canadian Womens/Girls Swimwear - Woven by Country for (2005 & 2006) – US, China, Brazil, Mexico, Italy, Israel, Vietnam and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-161

Table 174: Major Import Sources of Canadian Womens/Girls Swimwear - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2005 & 2006) – China, US, Hong Kong, Mexico, Italy and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-161
1$150
   Table 175: Major Import Sources of Canadian Womens/ Girls Swimwear - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2005 & 2006) – China, Mexico, Cambodia, US, Indonesia and Others (Imports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-162
Exports.....III-162
Table 176: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Ski Suits of Textile Material - Knitted or Crocheted by Country for (2006) – US, Chile, Norway, Germany, and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-162
1$150
   Table 177: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Ski Suits of Textile Material - Knitted or Crocheted by Country for (2005) – South Korea, Japan, US, Norway and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-163

Table 178: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Ski Suits - Woven by Country for (2006) – US, Switzerland, Norway, UAE and Latvia (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-163

Table 179: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Track Suits - Knitted - Cotton by Country for (2006) – US, Germany, Japan and Kuwait (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-163
1$150
   Table 180: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Track Suits - Knitted - Cotton by Country for (2005) – US, China, Japan and South Africa (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-164

Table 181: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Track Suits - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2006) – US, Hong Kong, Chile and China (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-164

Table 182: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Track Suits - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2005) – US, Hong Kong, Bangladesh and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-164
1$150
   Table 183: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Track Suits - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2006) – US, Cyprus, Hungary and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-165

Table 184: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Track Suits - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2006) – US, China, Lebanon, and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-165

Table 185: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Mens/Boys Swimwear - Woven by Country for (2006) – US, China, Lebanon and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-165
1$150
   Table 186: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Mens/Boys Swimwear - Woven by Country for (2005) – US, Switzerland, France, Lebanon and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-166

Table 187: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Mens/Boys Swimwear - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2006) – US, Mexico, Russia, Lebanon, and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-166

Table 188: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Mens/Boys Swimwear - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2005) – US, Mexico, France, Finland, UK, and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-166
1$150
   Table 189: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Womens/Girls Swimwear - Woven by Country for (2005 & 2006) – US, Saudi Arabia, Lebanon, Netherlands, Jordan, United Arab Emirates and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-167

Table 190: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Womens/Girls Swimwear - Knitted - Textile NES by Country for (2006) – US, UK, Dominican Republic and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-167
1$150
   Table 191: Major Export Destinations of Canadian Womens/Girls Swimwear - Knitted - Synthetic Fibers by Country for (2005 & 2006) – US, UK, Israel, Mexico, France and Others (Exports in US$) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-168
Fitness Programs Pursued in Canadian Companies.....III-168
Information on Fitness Activities at Workplace.....III-168
Related Programs for Leading Healthy Life.....III-168
1$150
   Fitness Facilities at Workplace.....III-169
Advantage of Stair Climbing.....III-169
Sporting Events for Employees.....III-169
Physical Fitness Options Near Workplace.....III-169
Historical Statistics.....III-169
1$75
   Table 192: Canada’s Sports Clothing Market, by Select Segments: 1994-1999: A Historical Review (Retail Sales in Value) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-1701$150
   Table 193: Sports Clothing Market in Canada, by Select Segments: 1994-1999: A Historical Review (Retail Volume Sales in ‘000s) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-171
Key Players.....III-171
2$300
   B. Market Analytics.....III-173
Table 194: Canadian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-173

Table 195: Canadian Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-173
1$150
   Table 196: Canadian Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-174

Table 197: Canadian 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for 1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-174
1$150
  3. Japan.....III-1759 $625  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-175
Outlook.....III-175
China Dominates Apparel Imports to Japan.....III-175
Sports Apparel Market.....III-175
Overview.....III-175
Review of Popular Categories of Sportswear.....III-175
Golf Wear.....III-175
Ski and Snowboard Wear.....III-175
1$75
   Tennis Wear.....III-176
Outdoor Wear.....III-176
Type Based Outdoor Sportswear.....III-176
Mountaineering Wear.....III-176
Casualwear Featuring Outdoors Style.....III-176
1$75
   Growth Factors.....III-177
Competitive Wear.....III-177
Training and Athletic Wear.....III-177
Distribution Channels for Select Sportswear Segments.....III-177
Sports Participation.....III-177
1$75
   Sports Participation In the Recent Past.....III-178
Table 198: Leading Ten Participation Sports in Japan: 2001 (Participants ‘000) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-178
1$150
   Distribution Setup of Sportswear.....III-179
Sporting Goods Outlets.....III-179
Direct Sales Channels.....III-179
Consumer Segments.....III-179
Men’s Wear Market.....III-179
Casual Friday Dress Concept in Japan.....III-179
Women’s Sportswear Market.....III-179
Influence of American Fashion Trends.....III-179
Consumer Profile.....III-179
1$75
   Swimwear Market.....III-180
Primary features.....III-180
Children’s Sportswear Market.....III-180
American Fashion Catches On.....III-180
Strategic Developments in the Recent Past.....III-180
1$75
   Key Players.....III-1811$75
   B. Market Analytics.....III-182
Table 199: Japanese Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-182

Table 200: Japanese Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-182
1$150
   Table 201: Japanese Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-183

Table 202: Japanese 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-183
1$150
  4. Europe.....III-18415 $1375  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-184
Outlook.....III-184
Overview.....III-184
Industry During 1990s & Early 2000s.....III-184
Key Hurdles in Sports Retailing in Europe.....III-184
1$75
   Sports Spectatorship in Europe.....III-185
Apparel Market in EU.....III-185
Historical Statistics.....III-185
Table 203: Spending on Clothing in EU Countries (in US$ and Euro€ billion): 2000-1999: A Historic Review.....III-185
1$150
   Table 204: Per Capita Spends On Clothing in EU for the Year 2000: A Historic Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-186

Table 205: Outerwear Sales in Key European Regions in 2000: Percentage Breakdown for Germany, Netherlands, France, Italy, UK, and EU: A Historic Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-186
1$150
   Table 206: Retail Stores in Key European Regions in 2000 – Percentage Breakdown of Value Sales for Sports Stores, Department & Variety Stores, Independent Retailers, Mail Order, Clothing Multiples, Hyper- and Super- Markets, and Other: A Historic Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-1871$150
   Table 207: Leading Sportswear Manufacturers in Europe, by Turnover in 2000 (In Euro Million)- A Historic Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-188

Table 208: Leading Apparel Companies in Europe in 1999-2000: Ranking by Value Sales for LVMH-Group, Adidas-Salomon AG, Benetton- Group, Gruppo Marzatotto, Levi Strauss Europe, Nike Europe, Giorgio Armani, Max Mara Fashion Group, Groupe André, Escada-Gruppe, Esprit Europe, and Multiline in US$ Million- A Historic Review.....III-188
1$150
   Historic Apparel Retailing Trends Across Europe.....III-189
Table 209: Retail Channels for Apparel in France (1998-2000): Percentage Breakdown for Exclusive (Independent Retailers and Clothing Multiples) and Non-Exclusive (Sports Stores, Markets, Mail-Order Houses, Department & Variety Stores, Hyper- and Supermarkets, and Other Outlets) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-189
1$150
   Table 210: Retail Channels for Apparel in Germany (1998-2000): Percentage Breakdown for Exclusive (Independent Retailers and Clothing Multiples) and Non-Exclusive (Sports Stores, Mail-Order, Department & Variety Stores, Hyper- and Supermarkets, and Other Outlets) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-1901$150
   Table 211: Retail Channels for Apparel in UK (1998-2000): Percentage Breakdown for Exclusive (Independent Retailers and Clothing Multiples) and Non-Exclusive (Sports Stores, Mail-Order Houses, Department Stores, Hyper- and Supermarkets, Variety Stores, and Street Markets) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-1911$150
   Table 212: Retail Channels for Apparel in Italy (1998-2000): Percentage Breakdown for Exclusive (Independent Retailers and Clothing Multiples) and Non-Exclusive (Sports Stores, Markets, Mail-Order Houses, Department & Variety Stores, Hyper- and Supermarkets, and Street Markets) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-1921$150
   B. Market Analytics.....III-193
Table 213: European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Geographic Region/Country – France, Germany, UK, Italy, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-193
1$150
   Table 214: European Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Geographic Region/Country – France, Germany, UK, Italy, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-1941$150
   Table 215: European Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Geographic Region/ Country – France, Germany, UK, Italy, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-1951$150
   Table 216: European 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Geographic Region/Country – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for France, Germany, UK, Italy, Spain, Russia, and Rest of Europe Markets for Years 1998, 2008 & 2012 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-1961$150
   Table 217: European Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-197

Table 218: European Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-197
1$150
   Table 219: European Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-198

Table 220: European 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for 1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-198
1$150
  4a. France.....III-1998 $625  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-199
Outlook.....III-199
Sportswear: A Contemporary Dressing Style.....III-199
Swimsuits in France.....III-199
Other Swimwear Highlights.....III-199
1$75
   Competitive Landscape.....III-200
Import Scenario.....III-200
Consumer Segments.....III-200
1$75
   Men’s Sports Apparel Market.....III-201
Denims - A Rage in French Men’s and Boys’ Clothing Market.....III-201
Shirts and T-Shirts - A Segment with High Demand.....III-201
Women’s Sports Apparel Market.....III-201
Market Snapshots.....III-201
The Fashion Paragon.....III-201
The Teenage Market.....III-201
Breaking Away From Norms.....III-201
Sportswear - The ‘In’ Thing in Children’s Wear.....III-201
1$75
   Advertising - A Crucial Marketing Strategy.....III-202
Historic Review of the Market.....III-202
World Cup 1998 & Its Impact.....III-202
Historic Statistics.....III-202
Swimwear Market.....III-202
Table 221: Distribution of Swimwear in 1998: Percentage Breakdown in Terms of Value & Volume Sales for Women, Men, Children- A Historic Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-202
1$150
   Table 222: Swimsuit Imports as a Percentage of Total Imports, by Select Destinations: 1998 – Tunisia, China, Italy, Spain, Morocco, USA- A Historic Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-203
Distribution.....III-203
Table 223: Distribution Channels for Apparel in 1998: Percentage Breakdown by Volume and Value Sales for Sporting Good Stores, Retailers, Hypermarkets, Mail-Order Houses, Specialized Chains, Department and Popular Stores, and Other Chains- A Historic review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-203
1$150
   Strategic Developments.....III-204
B. Market Analytics.....III-204
Table 224: French Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-204
1$150
   Table 225: French Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-205

Table 226: French Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-205
1$150
   Table 227: French 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for 1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-206
1$150
  4b. Germany.....III-2077 $425  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-207
Outlook.....III-207
Apparel Market in Germany: A Quick Primer.....III-207
Eco-Labels - Emerging Trend.....III-207
German Expenditure on Clothing.....III-207
1$75
   Germany Golf Sport Market.....III-208
Strategic Developments.....III-208
1$75
   Strategic Developments in the Recent Past .....III-209
Key Players.....III-209
3$225
   B. Market Analytics.....III-212
Table 228: German Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-212

Table 229: German Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-212
1$150
   Table 230: German Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-213

Table 231: German 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-213
1$150
  4c. The United Kingdom.....III-2149 $625  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-214
Outlook.....III-214
Overview.....III-214
Sports and Fitness Clothing – A Relatively Mature Market.....III-214
1$75
   Discounting – A Key Competitive Factor.....III-215
Market Highlights.....III-215
Market Trends.....III-215
Popularity of Replica Football Kits.....III-215
More Money Lavished on Apparel than on Participation.....III-215
Sports Viewership.....III-215
Fashion Industry Embraces Sports Style.....III-215
1$75
   Immense Opportunities in the Sports and Leisure Market.....III-216
Growth Enhancing Factors.....III-216
Production Concentrated in the Far East.....III-216
The Function of Sport.....III-216
Efforts Towards Increasing Sports Participation.....III-216
Consumer Segments.....III-216
Women Emerging as a Prominent Segment.....III-216
1$75
   Women’s Sportswear Market.....III-217
Menswear Market.....III-217
Segmentation.....III-217
Fashion Trends Triggered.....III-217
Branding Turns Heads.....III-217
1$75
   UK‘s Performance Sportswear Segment.....III-218
SWOT Analysis.....III-218
Strengths.....III-218
Weaknesses.....III-218
Opportunities.....III-218
Threats.....III-218
Strategic Developments.....III-218
1$75
   Strategic Development in the Recent Past .....III-2191$75
   Key Players.....III-2201$75
   B. Market Analytics.....III-221
Table 232: UK Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-221

Table 233: UK Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-221
1$150
   Table 234: UK Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-222

Table 235: UK 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for 1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-222
1$150
  4d. Italy.....III-2234 $325  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-223
Outlook.....III-223
Overview.....III-223
Consumer Segments.....III-223
Men’s Clothing Market.....III-223
Bearing the Clout in Men’s Wear.....III-223
Primary Clothing Items.....III-223
1$75
   Strategic Corporate Development.....III-224
Key Players.....III-224
1$75
   B. Market Analytics.....III-225
Table 236: Italian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-225

Table 237: Italian Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-225
1$150
   Table 238: Italian Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-226

Table 239: Italian 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for 1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-226
1$150
  4e. Spain.....III-2274 $375  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-227
Outlook.....III-227
Overview.....III-227
Strategic Development in the Recent Past.....III-227
1$75
   B. Market Analytics.....III-228
Table 240: Spanish Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-228
1$150
   Table 241: Spanish Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-229

Table 242: Spanish Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-229
1$150
   Table 243: Spanish 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for 1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-230
1$150
  4f. Russia.....III-2314 $275  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-231
Outlook.....III-231
Overview.....III-231
Market Trends.....III-231
Membership in Sports Clubs Soaring.....III-231
Changing Lifestyles Soar Sports Enthusiasm.....III-231
1$75
   Tennis Apparel: Looks Promising.....III-232
Sports Participation.....III-232
Popular Sports Activities.....III-232
Outdoor Activities (camping, fishing, hunting).....III-232
Growth of Street Sports Activities.....III-232
1$75
   B. Market Analytics.....III-233
Table 244: Russian Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-233

Table 245: Russian Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-233
1$150
   Table 246: Russian Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-234

Table 247: Russian 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for 1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-234
1$150
  4g. Rest of Europe.....III-2358 $625  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-235
Outlook.....III-235
Focus On Select Markets.....III-235
Portugal.....III-235
Historical Statistics.....III-235
Table 248: Market Size of Sports and Casual Apparel: 1997-99 (In US $ million)- A Historic Review includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-235
1$150
   Table 249: Apparel Sales, by Select Categories: 1998 (In US$ million) – Casualwear, Sportswear, Lingerie-A Historic Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-236
Sweden.....III-236
Clothing Market in Sweden: A Primer.....III-236
Export & Import Scenario.....III-236
Historic Review of Swedish Sports Segment.....III-236
1$150
   Switzerland.....III-237
Market Trends.....III-237
Issues in Winter Sports.....III-237
Ukraine.....III-237
1$75
   Sports Participation.....III-238
Skiing.....III-238
Exercise and Gym Activities.....III-238
Strategic Developments.....III-238
1$75
   Amer Sports Corporation A Key Finnish Player.....III-2391$75
   B. Market Analytics.....III-240
Table 250: Rest of Europe Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-240
1$150
   Table 251: Rest of Europe Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-241

Table 252: Rest of Europe Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-241
1$150
   Table 253: Rest of Europe 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for 1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-242
1$150
  5. Asia-Pacific.....III-24326 $1450  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-243
Outlook.....III-243
Coolmax Applications Dominate Golf Attire Fabric OEM Companies.....III-243
Focus On Select Markets.....III-243
Australia.....III-243
1$75
   Billabong International Limited - A Key Player.....III-244
Sportsmanship in Australia.....III-244
Australian Masters' Sports Event.....III-244
1$75
   Sports Spectatorship.....III-245
Children’s Involvement in Sports and Physical Activities.....III-245
Sports Participation During the Period 2000.....III-245
1$75
   Table 254: Participation in Sports and Fitness Activities (By Age Groups): 1999 & 2000: A Retrospective Review (Persons ‘000) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-2461$150
   Table 255: Participation of Grown ups in Different Sports and Fitness Activities: 1999- 2000 (Age group 18+): A Retrospective Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-2471$150
   Table 256: Territory-wise Sports Participation: 1999 & 2000 (Age group 18+)-A Retrospective Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-2481$150
   Table 257: Participation of Children in Sports Activities in School Off-hours: 2000: A Retrospective Review (Persons ‘000) (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-2491$150
   Table 258: Favorite After School Hours Sports Activities of Children: 2000 (Age group 5-14 yrs) - A Retrospective Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-250
China.....III-250
1$150
   Table 259: Sportswear Market in China: Percentage Market Share Breakdown of Leading Players for the year 2004 & 2005 - Li-Ning, Nike, Adidas, and Others (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-251
Chinese Retail Industry Opens Up.....III-251
European Presence in the Apparel Market.....III-251
Consumer’s Preferences.....III-251
1$150
   Rising Disposable Incomes Surges Chinese Sports Apparel Demand.....III-252
Opportunities Expected to Result from 2008 Hosting of Olympic Games.....III-252
Chinese Snow Sports Market Promises Great Potential.....III-252
Selling of Forged Product Brands in China Worries US Manufacturers.....III-252
Competitive Scenario.....III-252
1$75
   Distribution Channels.....III-253
Burgeoning Spandex Market in China.....III-253
Production.....III-253
Demand and Consumption.....III-253
1$75
   Pricing and Market Trend of Spandex Products.....III-254
Rising Competition and Falling Profit Margins.....III-254
1$75
   Table 260: Volume and Growth of Spandex Imports in China from Various Sources: 1998-2000 (In tons)- A Historic Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-255

Table 261: Volume and Growth of Chinese Spandex Exports to the US: 1998-2000 (In tons)- A Historic Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-255
1$150
   Strategic Developments.....III-2561$75
   India.....III-257
Overview.....III-257
Sports Attire Companies Focus on Designer Based Branding.....III-257
Popular Fitness Activities.....III-257
Trends in the Apparel Market.....III-257
Indian Consumer - Highly Conscious of Quality and Price.....III-257
Clothing Companies Rope in Personalities for Endorsement.....III-257
1$75
   Premium Wear Companies Descend to Meet the Average Indian Consumer.....III-258
Modern Clothing - A Super Fast Evolution in Urban India.....III-258
Changing Needs for Suitable Clothing at Different Places.....III-258
Strategic Developments.....III-258
1$75
   Singapore.....III-259
Apparel Market.....III-259
Hong Kong.....III-259
Overview.....III-259
1$75
   Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement.....III-260
Dalian Swimwear Market Features Latest Designs and Brands.....III-260
Sporting Goods Industry in Hong Kong.....III-260
1$75
   Table 262: Exports of Sporting Goods by Product Segments (2004-2006) – Percentage Share for Sports Apparel, Sports Footwear and Equipment & Accessories (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-261
Interlacing of Athletic and Casual Designs - An Evolving Trend.....III-261
1$150
   Historic Statistics.....III-262
Table 263: Exports of Sporting Goods by Product Segments (2001-1999) – Percentage Share for Sports Apparel, Sports Footwear, and Equipment & Accessories (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-262

Table 264: Exports of Sporting Goods by Markets (2001-1999) Percentage Breakdown for Germany, EU, ASEAN, US, UK, Japan, Canada, and China (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-262
1$150
   South Korea.....III-263
Apparel Industry.....III-263
Sportswear Segment.....III-263
Product Launch .....III-263
Strategic Development.....III-263
1$75
   New Zealand.....III-264
Table 265: Exports of Outdoor Equipment and Apparel in 2002 (NZ$ million)- A Historic Review (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-264
Philippines.....III-264
A Brief Note on the Textile Industry in Philippines.....III-264
1$150
   Strategic Development.....III-265
Thailand.....III-265
Casual Styles Dominate Children’s Wear Market.....III-265
World Cup Mania Drives Sports Apparel Demand in Thailand.....III-265
1$75
   Taiwan.....III-266
Overview.....III-266
1$75
   B. Market Analytics.....III-267
Table 266: Asia-Pacific Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-267

Table 267: Asia-Pacific Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-267
1$150
   Table 268: Asia-Pacific Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-268

Table 269: Asia-Pacific 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for 1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-268
1$150
  6. Latin America.....III-2693 $225  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-269
Outlook.....III-269
Sporting Life in Latin America.....III-269
Strategic Developments.....III-269
1$75
   B. Market Analytics.....III-270
Table 270: Latin America Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-270

Table 271: Latin America Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-270
1$150
   Table 272: Latin America Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-271

Table 273: Latin America 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for 1998, 2008 & 2012.....III-271
1$150
  7. Rest of World.....III-2725 $525  
   A. Market Analysis.....III-272
Outlook.....III-272
Saudi Arabia.....III-272
Market Snapshots.....III-272
Consumer Segments.....III-272
Women’s Apparel: Market Overview.....III-272
Children’s Apparel Market.....III-272
Best Sales Prospects.....III-272
1$75
   Domestic Production.....III-273
Third-Country Imports.....III-273
End User Analysis.....III-273
Strategic Developments.....III-273
2$150
   B. Market Analytics.....III-275
Table 274: Rest of World Recent Past, Current & Future Analysis for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment –Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2001 through 2010 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-275

Table 275: Rest of World Long-term Projections for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment - Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 2011 through 2015 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-275
1$150
   Table 276: Rest of World Ten-Year Historic Review for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets Independently Analyzed with Annual Sales Figures in US$ Million for Years 1991 through 2000 (includes corresponding Graph/Chart).....III-276

Table 277: Rest of World 15-Year Perspective for Sports and Fitness Clothing by Product Segment – Percentage Breakdown of Dollar Sales for Sports Apparel and Fitness Clothing Markets for 1998, 2008 & 2012 .....III-276
1$150
IV. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE 352$995
  
Total Companies Profiled: 265 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries - 291)

Region/Country                 Players

The United States                 160
Canada                             18
Japan                               6
Europe                             77
     France                         3
     Germany                       12
     The United Kingdom            27
     Italy                         21
     Spain                          2
     Rest of Europe                12
Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan)     28
Middle East	                  2
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