Core Insights - Adidas and Nike are losing market share in China, with Nike's market share declining by over 3 percentage points in the past five years and Adidas experiencing five consecutive quarters of revenue decline in the Greater China region [1] - The largest sports goods distributor in China, Tmall, reported a revenue drop of 6.69% to 27.013 billion RMB and a net profit decline of 41.89% for the fiscal year ending February 28, 2024 [2][3] - Tmall's revenue from Adidas and Nike still accounted for 86.3% of total revenue, despite a 6.1% decline in revenue from these brands [4] Company Performance - Tmall's revenue for the fiscal year ending February 28, 2025, was 27.013 billion RMB, with a gross profit of 10.383 billion RMB and an operating profit of 1.593 billion RMB [3] - The main brands (Adidas and Nike) generated 23.311 billion RMB in revenue, down from 24.834 billion RMB the previous year [5] Market Trends - The sports retail industry is undergoing a transformation, with local brands like Anta rapidly gaining market share through national trend marketing [1] - Tmall is shifting its focus towards niche international outdoor brands, signing partnerships with brands like Norrøna and SOAR to diversify its offerings [6][10] - The rise of niche sports brands is seen as an opportunity for Tmall, as traditional sports markets show limited growth [19] Strategic Shifts - Tmall is adopting a multi-brand and multi-channel operational model, transitioning from a traditional distributor to a comprehensive sports retail operator [14] - The company aims to provide full-chain support for new brands, focusing on understanding and positioning them in the Chinese market [16][17] - Tmall's strategy includes targeting high-end outdoor brands, which aligns with the growing interest in outdoor activities among young consumers [21][23] Competitive Landscape - The outdoor sports market in China is becoming increasingly competitive, with numerous new brands entering the market [24] - Tmall faces challenges in educating consumers about high-end outdoor brands in a market with a weak outdoor culture [24]
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