United Arab Emirates (UAE) Athletic Footwear Market Overview, 2028

The athletic footwear market in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) has been growing steadily in recent years, driven by the increasing popularity of sports and fitness activities in the region. The market is characterized by a strong demand for high-quality athletic footwear that provides comfort, performance, and style. Rising disposable incomes, increased health consciousness, and a rising interest in sports and fitness activities are some of the major drivers boosting the growth of the athletic footwear market in the UAE. Major global athletic footwear brands such as Nike, Adidas, and Puma have a strong presence in the UAE and are investing heavily in marketing and advertising campaigns to promote their products. This provides opportunities for businesses and investors to partner with these brands or to develop their own products and brands. According to the research report, "UAE Athletic Footwear Market Overview, 2028" published by bonafide Research, the UAE Athletic Footwear Market is expected grow more than at 4% CAGR from 2023 to 2028. The UAE is well recognised for its passion for sports, with a focus on football, cricket, and tennis in particular. Demand for athletic footwear made for these activities rises in parallel with the popularity of these and other sports. The UAE has a high urbanization rate, with a large population living in cities such as Dubai and Abu Dhabi. Urban lifestyles often involve more walking, running, and fitness activities, which increases the demand for athletic footwear. Producing footwear that is both comfortable and durable in the UAE's hot and dry climate can be difficult. A focus on creating novel materials and technologies that can withstand the environment and enhance the performance of athletic footwear has resulted from this.

By product type segment, the running, walking, training shoes are more popular than others. It also has some reasons behind these: The UAE has a growing interest in fitness and healthy lifestyle habits. As more people become health conscious, there is an increased demand for athletic footwear that is comfortable, supportive, and durable. Participation in sports events, such as marathons and triathlons, has increased in recent years in the UAE. This has led to a growing demand for shoes designed for endurance and high-performance activities. Athletic shoe manufacturers are introducing new technologies and innovations to improve the performance, comfort, and durability of their shoes. This has led to a wider range of shoes on the market, catering to the specific needs of different types of athletes. Running shoes, football shoes, basketball shoes, cross-training shoes, and tennis shoes are some of the sports athletic footwear categories that are booming in the UAE. Running is a well-liked form of exercise in the UAE, where numerous marathons and other running competitions are held throughout the year long. In the UAE, football is one of the most popular sports, and both amateur and professional divisions are filled with players. Football shoes that offer exceptional traction, support, and comfort on the pitch are therefore in high demand. Another well-liked sport in the UAE is basketball, particularly among young people. Basketball shoes are made to offer players the most traction, ankle support, and cushioning possible. Cross-training is a popular kind of exercise in the UAE, incorporating components of numerous sports and hobbies. Cross-training shoes are a popular option for people who participate in many forms of exercise since they are made to offer support and stability for a variety of actions. Tennis is an immensely popular sport in the United Arab Emirates, where many people participate year-round in clubs and competitions. Tennis players frequently opt for tennis shoes since they are made to offer exceptional traction, support, and comfort on the court. There are several popular brands for sports athletic footwear in the UAE, including international as well as local brands : Nike, Their products are popular in the UAE due to their high-quality, innovative designs, and wide range of products for different sports. Adidas,They are popular in the UAE due to their trendy designs and innovative technologies. Asics, Their shoes are popular among runners in the UAE due to their comfort and durability. Puma is a German brand that offers a wide range of athletic footwear, apparel, and accessories. Reebok popular in the UAE due to their innovative designs and high-quality materials. Knight & Bond: A local UAE brand that offers high-quality leather shoes, including athletic footwear for men and women. Deena Aljuhani Abdulaziz, A local UAE designer who creates luxury shoes, including athletic footwear, for women. The Kayys, A local UAE brand that offers trendy and affordable athletic footwear for men and women.

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There are several international events that happen in the UAE where sports athletic footwear plays an important role. Here are the some of events: Dubai Marathone, Dubai tennis championship, Abu Dhabi HSBC Golf Championship, Dubai Crossfit championship. There are many super and hypermarkets in the UAE that sell sports athletic footwear. Some of the popular ones include: Decathlon, Sun & Sand sports, Stadium, Go sports, Addidas and Nike stores. Some of the online websites which are also sell athletic footwear in the UAE, Namshi, 6th street, Amazon.ae, SSSports, level shoes. There are so many innovation Is done in the UAE: Manufacturers are developing new cushioning technologies that offer better shock absorption and improved comfort to athletes. Examples of these technologies include Nike's Air cushioning, Adidas' Boost technology, and Under Armour's HOVR foam. There is a growing trend towards lightweight athletic footwear that provides a barefoot-like experience. To meet this demand, manufacturers are using lightweight materials such as mesh, knit fabrics, and Fly wire cables to reduce the weight of the footwear while maintaining its durability and support. companies are now offering customization options for their athletic footwear, allowing customers to design their own shoes to meet their specific needs and preferences. Smart shoes are another innovation in the athletic footwear market, with sensors and other electronic components embedded in the shoe to track various metrics such as steps taken, distance travelled, and calories burned. Considered in this report • Geography: UAE • Historic year: 2017 • Base year: 2022 • Estimated year: 2023 • Forecast year: 2028

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Aspects covered in this report • UAE Athletic Footwear market with its value and forecast along with its segments • Various drivers and challenges • On-going trends and developments • Top profiled companies • Strategic recommendation By Product type • Running Shoes, Training and Walking Shoes • Sports Shoes • Aerobic and gym wear shoes • Trekking & Hiking Shoes • Others (cross-training shoes, walking shoes, dance shoes, etc.) By Sports Footwear Type • Tennis Shoes • Soccer Shoes • Basketball Shoes • Cricket Shoes • Others By End user • Male • Female • Kids By distribution channel • Hypermarkets/Supermarkets • Specialty Stores • Brand Outlets • Online Channels • Others (General retail, B2B, etc.) The approach of the report: This report consists of a combined approach of primary and secondary research. Initially, secondary research was used to get an understanding of the market and list out the companies that are present in it. The secondary research consists of third-party sources such as press releases, annual reports of companies, government-generated reports, and databases. After gathering the data from secondary sources, primary research was conducted by making telephone interviews with the leading players about how the market is functioning and then conducting trade calls with dealers and distributors of the market. Post this; we have started doing primary calls to consumers by equally segmenting them in regional aspects, tier aspects, age group, and gender. Once we have primary data with us, we can start verifying the details obtained from secondary sources. Intended audience This report can be useful to industry consultants, manufacturers, suppliers, associations and organizations related to the Sports Athletic Foot wear industry, government bodies, and other stakeholders to align their market-centric strategies. In addition to marketing and presentations, it will also increase competitive knowledge about the industry.