The Trainer Market's Tepid Temperament: A Sign of Broader Industry Issues? The recent profit warning from JD Sports has highlighted the challenges facing the global trainer market.
This downturn is particularly noteworthy, given its timing coinciding with the FIFA World Cup and the fact that two major players in the industry, Nike and Adidas, are struggling to keep pace.
JD Sports' fortunes tend to mirror those of its key suppliers. When Nike and Adidas perform well, JD Sports tends to thrive as well.