Sporting Goods Distributors – Industry Analysis, Statistics, Trends, and Forecasts

SIC 5091 | NAICS 423910

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Industry Research Reports
Sporting Goods Distributors (view report)
Sporting Goods Stores (view report)

Comprehensive industry research reports provide in-depth industry analysis and five-year forecasts, with special focus on the underlying structure and external forces and relationships that affect industries and their performance. Topics addressed in the reports include:

Market size and major product and service segments
Key industry statistics, trends, and financial ratios
Operating conditions and current performance
Competitive landscape and environment
Major company profiles and market shares
Five-year outlook and growth forecasts

Sample industry research report and selected industry statistics including market size, five-year average growth rate, number of businesses, and total employment are available free online.

SFIA
Publications available from this trade association include:

State of the Industry Report
https://www.sfia.org/
Comprehensive annual state of the industry report provides an in-depth analysis of trends and issues affecting the sports and fitness industries, with topics covered in this report including financial review of the previous year, participation overview for all categories, insights into key trends that are shaping the industry, political advocacy updates, and interviews with leading industry executives and experts.

Manufacturers' Sales by Category Report
https://www.sfia.org/
Annual manufacturers' sales report provides information on wholesale shipments for over 30 product categories including sports and fitness equipment, clothing and footwear, and licensed merchandise, with data provided in the report including total shipments in wholesale dollars over the last four years, total wholesale dollars for each product category, and the net percentage change from prior the year.

AMR Research
Research reports available from this organization include:

Sports Equipment and Accessories
https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/
Market research report analyzes the market for this product sector on a global basis, with information provided in the report including market size and forecast by type of sports (e.g., team sports, outdoor sports, and recreational and exercise), retail distribution channel (e.g., sports shops, department and discount stores, and online stores), and region (e.g., U.S., North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific).

Sports Protective Equipment
https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/
Comprehensive market research report analyzes the sports protective equipment market on a global basis, with information provided in the report including market size and forecast by product type (e.g., helmet/headgear, eyewear, face and mouth guards, and chest protectors, pads, guards, and gloves), retail channel (e.g., specialty, multi-retail, and e-stores), and region (e.g., U.S., Canada, and Mexico).

Athletic Footwear
https://www.alliedmarketresearch.com/
Comprehensive research report provides a detailed analysis of the global market for athletic footwear, with information provided in the report including market size and forecast by product type (e.g., sports shoes―basketball, soccer, tennis, cricket, and other shoes; running and walking shoes; aerobic and gym wear shoes; and hiking and backpacking shoes) and footwear user (men, women, and children).

GIA Research
Sports and Fitness Clothing
https://www.strategyr.com/
Comprehensive report provides in-depth analysis of this product sector in the U.S. and selected other countries, with data provided including breakdown of sales by company for leading players in the U.S. market, popular retail channels in U.S. market ranked by preference, and breakdown of sales by type of retail outlet (e.g., specialty stores, national chains, mass merchant, department stores, e-retailers).

BizMiner Market Analysis Reports
Sporting Goods Distributors
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Market analysis reports provide industry statistics for a user-defined area on a national, state, county, metro area, or zip code level, with data provided including number of companies, market volume and sales trends, average company sales, sales per employee, staffing and employment trends, average employee wage, and business start up activity and failure rates. Sample report can be viewed online.

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Financial Statements and Financial Ratios

BizMiner Industry Financial Ratios
Sporting Goods Distributors

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Five-year financial statement analysis reports provide income statements, balance sheets, and key industry financial ratios for companies of all sizes, with financial data available by sales size range on a national, state, and metropolitan area level including:

Income and expenses in dollars and percentages
Balance sheets in dollars and percentages
Profitability and return on investment ratios
Liquidity and working capital ratios
Asset turnover and efficiency ratios
Capital structure and debt service ratios

Sample financial statement and ratio analysis report is available free online.

Industry Research Reports
Sporting Goods Distributors

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Financial benchmarks section provides detailed comparative income statements and balance sheets and over twenty-five industry financial ratios, with financial benchmarks available for each of the five most recent fiscal years and on a historical average basis for three-year, five-year, and ten-year time periods. Sample spreadsheet that includes breakdowns by total asset size can be viewed free online.

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Compensation and Salary Surveys

PayScale, Inc.
Compensation resources available from this trade association include:

Sporting Goods Wholesalers
https://www.payscale.com/
Free online service provides median salary, bonus, and hourly wage rate data for job positions such as national sales manager, operations manager, marketing manager, warehouse manager, financial controller, customer service manager, and warehouse lead, with employers for which salary or wage rate data is provided including Big Rock Sports LLC, Gopher Sport, and Maurice SportingGoods Inc.

Fitness Equipment Wholesalers
https://www.payscale.com/
Free online service provides median salary, bonus, and hourly wage rate data for job positions such as brand manager, regional sales manager, inside sales representative, technical support specialist, and field service technician, with employers for which data is provided including Precor Inc, Nautilus, Inc., Icon Health & Fitness, Inc., Life Fitness Inc., Johnson Health Tech, and Cybex International Inc.

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BV Guides and Databases

BVMarketData
Private Company Sales Transaction Databases
https://www.bvresources.com/

Free "Visitor Search" allows users to search the DealStats, BIZCOMPS, and FactSet/BVR databases for private company sales transaction data by SIC or NAICS Code using the following codes:

– SIC Code 5091 - Sporting and Recreational Goods and Supplies

– NAICS Code 423910 - Sporting and Recreational Goods and Supplies Wholesalers

Types of establishments included in these codes

Sports equipment and supplies wholesalers - establishments engaged in the distribution of a broad array of equipment and supplies, such as balls, bats, gloves, protective gear, team uniforms, and training equipment, used in various sports and physical activities.

Bicycle distributors - establishments primarily engaged in the distribution of bicycles and related components, parts, and accessories, including wheels, tires, lights, horns, bells, tire pumps, patch kits, helmets, and cycling apparel, to retail stores and cycling shops.

Golf equipment and supplies wholesalers - establishments focused on the distribution of golf equipment and supplies, including golf clubs, bags, balls, apparel, and accessories, to specialty retailers, local golf shops, and pro shops at golf courses and country clubs.

Fishing equipment and supplies distributors - establishments that specialize in wholesale distribution of fishing gear and accessories, such as fishing rods, reels, lures, lines, and hooks, used by recreational and professional anglers for various fishing environments.

Hunting equipment and supplies wholesalers - establishments engaged in the wholesale distribution of hunting gear and supplies, such as firearms, ammunition, knives, archery equipment, hunting apparel, and camouflage gear, to retail stores and hunting shops.

Camping equipment and supplies distributors - establishments specializing in wholesale distribution of camping equipment and supplies, including tents, sleeping bags, camp stoves, and outdoor cooking gear, to general retailers and outdoor specialty shops.

Playground equipment wholesalers - establishments involved in wholesale distribution of playground equipment, such as swings, slides, seesaws, teeter-totters, spinners, spring riders, monkey bars, and jungle gyms, used in parks, schools, and recreational areas.

Recreational watercraft distributors - establishments primarily engaged in the distribution of various watercraft, such as kayaks, canoes, paddleboards, pleasure boats, sailboats, and jet skis, that are used for recreational activities on lakes, rivers, and coastal waters.

Sample reports with detailed sales transaction data and valuation multiples are available free online.

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Related Industries:
Health Clubs and Fitness Centers
Sports Teams, Clubs, and Franchises
Sporting and Athletic Goods Manufacturers
Sporting and Athletic Goods Stores

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