Licensed Sports Apparel Stores in the US - Industry Market Research Report

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The Licensed Sports Apparel Stores industry includes establishments that sell apparel that has been granted specific permission for retail sale. These products comprise goods from major apparel brands that have received explicit consent from sports leagues and colleges to replicate intellectual property onto apparel products. This industry's operations also include major brands that require licenses for their products to be sold in major sporting goods stores, rather than private label items. The industry has had a mixed performance in recent years, with revenue expected to rise at a CAGR of 5.2% to reach $11.4 billion in 2023, when revenue is expected to grow 0.7% as falling consumer confidence dampens growth. This industry sells licensed sports apparel, accessories and collectibles. Retailers must obtain a license from professional leagues and sporting associations to sell branded sports apparel and accessories. The industry does not include products purchased through big-box retailers and department stores. This report covers the scope, size, disposition and growth of the industry including the key sensitivities and success factors. Also included are five year industry forecasts, growth rates and an analysis of the industry key players and their market shares.