Mintel's profile of the athletic shoe marketplace will spotlight industry trends, as well as major players within the industry such as Nike and Reebok.

Select consumer research by Mintel will highlight the athletic shoe marketplace, examining the following questions and issues:

· Consumer attitudes toward athletic shoes

· Consumer preferences of athletic shoes in terms of brand and cost

· Future trends and expectations within the athletic shoe marketplace

Mintel's profile of the athletic shoe marketplace will spotlight industry trends, as well as major players within the industry such as Nike and Reebok.

Select consumer research by Mintel will highlight the athletic shoe marketplace, examining the following questions and issues:

· Consumer attitudes toward athletic shoes

· Consumer preferences of athletic shoes in terms of brand and cost

· Future trends and expectations within the athletic shoe marketplace

Mintel's exclusive consumer research also includes issues pertaining to the athletic footwear industry such as the impact of youth on fashion trends, the changing nature of star athlete endorsements, and increased sports participation. Mintel's profile of athletic shoe industry will also explore each relevant shoe segment including basketball shoes, cross-training shoes, tennis shoes, and running shoes.

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