Adidas Nike

Adidas Nike

Reebok

New Balance

Puma

United States market share. But ever the competitor, Adidas has come back and now battles with Reebok for the number two market share position, behind Nike. Other competitors also entered the scene, such as L.A. Gear, whose sales skyrocketed in the early 1990s, driven by a focus on fashion athletic footwear.

In recent time, L.A. Gear has lost its edge. In the late 90s, Italian-based Fila surged to third place behind Nike and Reebok in United States athletic shoe sales. It too, has lost its edge. New Balance has done well, pulling into the number four market share position on occasion, focusing on serious athletes and unique products that come in varying widths.

Puma, with roots that actually connect it to Adidas in its early days, duels with New Balance for position in the U.S. athletic shoe market. Brooks (owned by Berkshire Hathaway), Converse (now owned by Nike), Asics, Under Armor, Keds, and Skechers brands play more niche roles, but make the market interesting and competitive.

And, Adidas now owns its old rival Reebok! Today, the athletic shoe industry in the United States generates approximately $15 billion in sales annually. As can be seen in this brief history of the athletic shoe industry, it is a competitive market with changing market trends and fads that result in a dynamic business environment. The NewShoes simulation will allow you to experience this same competition, excitement, and dynamism.

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