All Asics articles – Page 6
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News briefsAsics invests in haptics for VR exercise
Asics Ventures, the investment arm of the sportswear company, has invested in Valkyrie Industries Limited, whose hardware and software are designed to produce “immersive sports experiences” through “muscle-based haptics.” Asics’ funds will be helping bring to market Valkyrie’s EIR Armbands, which “combine virtual reality and electrical muscle stimulation.” The companies ...
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Infographics & DataSGI Sporting Goods Scorecard Q1 2023
How did Apparel, Footwear, Equipment and Retail perform in the first quarter of 2023? Our Sporting Goods Industry Scorecard has the answer.
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AnalysisThe top sporting goods industry performers by sales and profit Q1 2023
Our 2023 Q1 Scorecard includes the revenue and profit development of 48 sporting goods companies, as well as the headlines and analysis
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News briefsAsics introduces carbon footprint labeling for its products
Source: Asics Gel Kayano 30 Asics this week unveiled the 30th generation of its Gel Kayano running shoe, which not only features new adaptive technology that provides “runners with exceptional stability and unprecedented comfort for the entire duration of a run “ but also comes with a ...
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ArticleFoot Locker lowers full-year outlook on “challenging backdrop”
Foot Locker, after reporting a 73 percent drop in Q1 operating income to $61 million and an 11.4 percent decline in total sales to $1,927 million for the period ended April 29, dialed back its FY23 outlook for revenues, comp sales and gross margin for the 12 months. The news ...
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ArticleSurge in Asian markets bolsters Asics Corp. in Q1
Significant recoveries in China, Southeast and South Asia and its home market of Japan were big contributors to Asics Corp.’s largest Q1 sales quarter ever as the company generated a 120 percent increase in operating income to ¥22,120 million (€161.5m) for the period ended March 31. Net profit attributable to ...
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News briefsSports brand chosen for Vision 2045 documentary series
In 2045, the UN will celebrate its 100-year anniversary. To mark this and to show support for the UN and its objectives, TBD Media Group has brought together businesses from around the world and across industries to showcase the actions being taken today that set the standard for better practices ...
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News briefsAsics opens its first European pro athlete training center
Japanese sports brand Asics has announced the opening of Chojo Camp Europe, the brand’s first European pro-athlete training center. The camp, managed by Dave Klink, is located at Font-Romeau, a commune in France’s Pyrénées-Orientales, near the Spanish border. Font-Romeau is one of the oldest ski resorts in France and the ...
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News briefsAsics invites runners to join Run for Reforestation Challenge
Asics is inviting runners around the world to join the Run for Reforestation Challenge, which started on April 10 and will be held until April 30. The challenge encourages individuals to take action against climate change by supporting reforestation efforts while they are training to foster healthy minds and bodies ...
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Infographics & DataRunning shoes with the most versions released
Marathon season is on its way, and runners everywhere are lacing up their favorites. But which trainer models have stood the test of time?
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News briefsAsics launches new campaign targeting exercise gender gap
Asics has launched a global campaign highlighting the power of exercise to help women cope with everyday stresses. The campaign was developed in response to the Asics 2022 State of Mind Index, which revealed that globally, women tend to exercise less than men and, as a result, do not get ...
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Infographics & DataSGI Sporting Goods Scorecard Q4 2022
Find out whose sales are up and whose profits are down in Q4 2022 in our exclusive analysis of the sporting goods industry’s largest players.
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Infographics & DataYue Yuen’s 2022 shoe manufacture volume by region
We bring you a breakdown of Yue Yuen’s shoe manufacture volume by region
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News briefsAsics recognized by CDP for its sustainability efforts
For the fourth consecutive year, Asics Corp. has been awarded a position on the Supplier Engagement Leaderboard by CDP. Headquartered in Brussels, CDP is a not-for-profit charity that runs the global disclosure system for investors, companies, cities, states and regions to manage their environmental impacts. Asics has been recognized for ...
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Infographics & DataAnalysis: Sporting Goods Scorecard - Q3 2022
Our Q3 Scorecard includes the revenue and profit development of 41 major sporting goods companies - benchmark yourself with the top players in the industry
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ArticleAsics posts double-digit sales gains in all regions in FY22
Asics Corp., bolstered by 24 percent annual revenue growth in its vital performance running business, reported significant improvements in revenues, operating income and net profit in its fiscal year ended Dec. 31.
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ArticleStarvie and Asics join forces, comment on pádel
As the Spanish press reports, racquet manufacturer Starvie has struck a sponsorship deal with Asics for its roster of professional pádel players, who as of this month will be competing in the Japanese brand’s apparel and shoes. Among these players are Bea González, Coki Nieto and Javi Garrido. Quoted in ...
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ArticleA Dive into the unknown. The metaverse, NFTs and legal perspectives
The technology may be new, but it’s never too early to start thinking about protecting your brand in the metaverse. Our expert weighs in.
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News briefsAsics wants to grow further in India
Asics saw its net revenues in India increase by 42 percent in 2022, bolstered by the post-pandemic running and fitness boom. It was the company’s highest growth globally. The Japanese sportswear brand is now eyeing a 25 percent growth CAGR in the country over the next few years, Asics’ president, ...
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C-Suite InterviewMotoi Oyama: “Asics’ challenge now is to set up our running ecosystem”
We sat down with Motoi Oyama, chairman and director of Asics Corporation to talk about the strategy and the economic situation of the company. His years of global experiences were seen in every answer.
