Guosen Securities(SZ:002736) Zhi Tong Cai Jing·2026-01-16 03:35Group 1: ISPO Beijing 2026 Highlights - The exhibition shows a structural change in categories, with an increase in ski brands and related products, while the number of camping brands has decreased, merging with the climbing and hiking area [1] - The brand Berghaus is enhancing its professional products and marketing, showcasing a focus on sponsorship for mountaineers and sports teams, along with collaborations with international sports organizations [1] - There is a noticeable increase in the presence of wool material exhibitors and products, indicating a rising penetration rate of wool in outdoor apparel [1] Group 2: Outdoor Brand Industry Trends - The outdoor footwear and apparel industry has maintained rapid growth since 2021, with a CAGR of 25.3% for outdoor apparel and 18.4% for outdoor footwear, projected to grow by 24.5% and 16.3% respectively in 2025 [2] - Online sales of outdoor footwear are expected to grow at over 40%, while growth in outdoor apparel has slowed to single digits after Q2 2025 [2] - Competition among brands is intensifying, with leading brands like Kailas and Berghaus maintaining high growth through specialized product lines, while some brands like The North Face are underperforming [2] Group 3: Wool Material Growth Potential - The penetration rate of wool and cashmere in outdoor apparel is increasing, with sales growth exceeding 30% year-on-year in most quarters since Q4 2021 [3] - The share of wool and cashmere products in the outdoor apparel market has risen from 0.34% in Q4 2021 to 1.04% by Q4 2025 [3] - The application scenarios for wool products are expanding from traditional warmth to lightweight, close-fitting garments, indicating a broad growth potential for the industry [3]