The Global Sportswear Market to 2027 report offers an analysis of both the historic and forecast data of the global sportswear market through to 2027. It provides a brief of the key trends along with sales and growth across different regions and category groups. It also highlights the top global sportswear brands and their current competitive position.
The global sportswear market grew 6.4% to $441.0 in 2022, as consumer apparel preferences remained geared towards sportswear styles. In 2023, while growth slowed to 4.6% due to high inflation in Europe and North America weighing heavily on consumer spending, the sportswear market continued to outperform the total apparel market, as the versatility and comfort of athleisure items remained highly desirable as value for money became more important, and consumers continued to prioritize their health and fitness and try out new sports.
Key Highlights
Sportswear performance is anticipated to pick up again in 2024 as easing inflation allows consumer confidence to improve, though will gradually slow out to 2027 as the market becomes more etablished.
Between 2022 and 2027, sportswear growth will be highest in Asia-Pacific, as its large emerging middle-class continues to embrace global trends such as streetwear and athleisure.
The luxury segment of the global sportswear market will experience the strongest growth in the forecast period, as more designer brands focus on incorporating sports elements into their designs to tap into the athleisure and streetwear trends.
Online penetration will continue to grow in the market, as new brands launch as online pureplays, and young shoppers continue to prefer the convenience and wide choice the channel offers.
Reasons to Buy
Find out what is driving the sportswear market's strong growth, and the differentiation between categories out to 2027.
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Executive Summary
Key Trends in the Global Sportswear Market
Global Sportswear Market Drivers
Global Sportswear Market Inhibitors
Key Trend: Brands and sports teams capitalize on collaborations to grow visibility
Key Trend: Lucrative Formula 1 creates a new avenue of exposure for brands
Key Trend: Sportswear brands encourage growth of women in sport
Strategies for Success
The Global Sportswear Market: Global Market Size to 2027
Global Sportswear Market, 2017, 2022 & 2027
Global Sportswear Market 2017-2027
The Global Sportswear Market: Channel Performance to 2027
Global Online Sportswear Market 2017-2027
Global Sportswear Market by Channel Growth 2017-2027
Global Sportswear Market by Channel Share, 2017, 2022 & 2027
The Global Sportswear Market: Regional Performance to 2027
Global Sportswear Market by Region, 2017, 2022 & 2027
Global Sportswear Market by Regional Growth, 2017-2027
Global Sportswear Market: Regional Forecast Summary
Top 10 Global Sportswear Markets by Value, 2017-2027
Top 10 Sportswear Markets by Forecast Growth
The Global Sportswear Market: Category Performance to 2027
Global Sportswear Market by Category, 2017, 2022 & 2027
Global Sportswear Market by Category Growth, 2017-2027
Global Sportswear Market by Sub-Category, 2017-2027
The Global Sportswear Market: Sportswear Type Performance to 2027
Global Athleisure Market 2017, 2022 & 2027
Global Sportswear Market by Sportswear Type, 2017, 2022 & 2027
Global Sportswear Market by Sportswear Type Growth, 2017-2027
The Global Sportswear Market: Price Position & Sports Activity Performance to 2027
Global Sportswear Market by Price Position, 2017, 2022 & 2027
Global Sportswear Market by Price Position Growth, 2017-2027
Global Sportswear Market by Sports Activity, 2017-2027
Competitive Landscape: Leading Market Shares & Brand Profiles
Top 10 Brands: Market Shares 2021-2023
Winners & Losers Outlook
Brands in Focus: Nike
Brands in Focus: Adidas
Brands in Focus: Puma
Brands in Focus: Lululemon
Brands in Focus: On and Hoka
Brands in Focus: Alo Yoga and Anta
Brands to Watch
Appendix
Sportswear Market by Country
Sportswear Market by Category & Product Segment: Womenswear
Sportswear Market by Category & Product Segment: Menswear
Sportswear Market by Category & Product Segment: Girlswear
Sportswear Market by Category & Product Segment: Boyswear & Babywear