Though the UK sportswear market has disappointed, the other major market constituents (sports/outdoor equipment and bicycles) are still performing relatively robustly. While consumers are concerned about their finances and the wider UK economy in general, spending on many items of sports/outdoor equipment and bicycles is relatively easy to justify as a cost-effective form of entertainment and benefiting physical health. For some bicycle shoppers there are added financial benefits through lower transport costs. UK Sports Retail 2008 is a new report published by Verdict Research that provides detailed insight and analysis into the sports market. Market splits are provided and forecasts to 2013 help to provide a real understanding of the market dynamics. The key issues facing the market are identified and analysed to provide an overview of the opportunities and threats facing the market.
Published: November 2008 - UK. |
