Japanese sportswear company Asics plans to expand its retail network in India to 200 stores by the end of 2026, the brand said on Aug. 11. The growth strategy includes opening its first company-owned outlet later this year. The announcement follows the launch of Asics’ largest flagship store in India, located in Delhi’s Connaught Place. Covering 260 sqm of carpet area, the store offers the brand’s full range across Performance Running, Core Performance Sport, SportStyle and Apparel categories.
“India’s footwear market is on a strong growth trajectory, projected to expand at a CAGR of 12.2%,” said Rajat Khurana, Managing Director of Asics India and South Asia. “With the launch of our largest flagship store in Connaught Place, we are strengthening Asics’ physical footprint and creating a vibrant space that brings together community, creativity and high-performance innovation.”
Founded in 1949 by Kihachiro Onitsuka, Asics is a global designer and manufacturer of running shoes, athletic wear and lifestyle footwear. The company currently operates 127 stores across India.
