Market Overview:
The global golf socks market is expected to register a CAGR of 5.5% during the forecast period, 2018-2030. The market growth can be attributed to the increasing demand for performance-enhancing golf socks by professional and amateur players alike. Additionally, the growing popularity of golf as a recreational activity is also propelling the demand for golf socks globally. Based on type, stockings are expected to account for a larger share of the global market in 2018. This can be attributed to their superior moisture management properties that keep feet dry and comfortable even during long hours on the course. However, short socks are anticipated to register higher growth rates over the forecast period owing to their versatility and ability to be worn with different types of shoes, including sneakers and sandals. Regionally, North America is estimated to account for a leading share of the global market in 2018 followed by Europe and Asia Pacific respectively.
Product Definition:
Golf socks are a type of sock designed specifically for playing golf. They are typically made from a moisture-wicking fabric and have extra padding in the areas that tend to wear down fastest, such as the heel and toe. Golf socks can be worn with regular shoes or golf shoes.
Stockings:
A stockings is a type of legwear that is used to cover the lower part of the calf and upper part of the ankle. The material used in making stockings can be cotton, nylon or silk; it depends upon the preference and comfort level of individuals. A golf shoe/sock is usually made up using synthetic materials such as polyester or nylon which helps in providing better traction on grass as compared to conventional shoes/socks.
Short Socks:
Short socks are designed to be worn with shoes and provide the player with a shorter, stubbier look. They are usually ankle-length or just below the knee in length. Shorter socks allow for more swing movement in golf while providing better comfortability during longer games.
The market is expected to witness growth over the forecast period owing to increasing awareness among consumers regarding fitness and health along with rising disposable income of individuals across various regions including North America, Europe, Asia Pacific.
Application Insights:
The professional application segment held the largest share of over 70.0% in 2017. The growth can be attributed to the increasing popularity of golf as a recreational activity among all age groups, especially in countries like U.S., Canada and China where golf is played professionally for a living or as a hobby by many people including amateurs and professionals. According to Golf Adviser, LLC, there are more than 300,000 courses worldwide with more than 3 million holes that have been created by 18th century when the game was originally invented up until present times which makes it one of the most popular sports played on grass every year around the world with more than 30 million players aged 6-plus years old across 200+ countries and territories globally making it one of if not THE most popular sport Played Globally!.
Regional Analysis:
North America dominated the global market in 2017. The region is expected to witness a CAGR of XX% over the forecast period, owing to an increase in golf participation and spending on equipment and apparel. In addition, growing awareness regarding sports injuries among players is anticipated to fuel product demand during the forecast period.
Asia Pacific is expected to be one of the fastest-growing regional markets from 2018 to 2030 due its increasing popularity as a tourist destination coupled with rising disposable income levels among individuals especially in China and India. Furthermore, government initiatives promoting sports activities are also likely boost product sales over the next eight years time frame.
Latin America has also been witnessing steady growth as countries such as Brazil have been hosting various tournaments such as Olympics Games (2016), FIFA World Cup (2014) & Copa Am©rica (2015).
Growth Factors:
- Increasing demand for golf socks from the emerging economies as a result of rising disposable income levels.
- Growing popularity of golf as a recreational activity, which is expected to fuel demand for golf socks in the coming years.
- Proliferation of online retail channels, which is aiding in the growth of the global golf sock market by making these products more easily accessible to consumers worldwide.
- Introduction of innovative and technologically advanced products that are equipped with features such as moisture management and odor control, thereby enhancing user experience.
Scope Of The Report
Report Attributes
Report Details
Report Title
Golf Socks Market Research Report
By Type
Stockings, Short Socks
By Application
Professional, Amateur
By Companies
FootJoy, Walter Hagen, Under Armour, Oakley, Adidas, Gold Toe, Nike, ECCO, Lady Hagen, Puma, FootJoy, Travis Mathew, Swiftwick, Stance
Regions Covered
North America, Europe, APAC, Latin America, MEA
Base Year
2021
Historical Year
2019 to 2020 (Data from 2010 can be provided as per availability)
Forecast Year
2030
Number of Pages
223
Number of Tables & Figures
157
Customization Available
Yes, the report can be customized as per your need.
Global Golf Socks Market Report Segments:
The global Golf Socks market is segmented on the basis of:
Types
Stockings, Short Socks
The product segment provides information about the market share of each product and the respective CAGR during the forecast period. It lays out information about the product pricing parameters, trends, and profits that provides in-depth insights of the market. Furthermore, it discusses latest product developments & innovation in the market.
Applications
Professional, Amateur
The application segment fragments various applications of the product and provides information on the market share and growth rate of each application segment. It discusses the potential future applications of the products and driving and restraining factors of each application segment.
Some of the companies that are profiled in this report are:
- FootJoy
- Walter Hagen
- Under Armour
- Oakley
- Adidas
- Gold Toe
- Nike
- ECCO
- Lady Hagen
- Puma
- FootJoy
- Travis Mathew
- Swiftwick
- Stance
Highlights of The Golf Socks Market Report:
- The market structure and projections for the coming years.
- Drivers, restraints, opportunities, and current trends of market.
- Historical data and forecast.
- Estimations for the forecast period 2030.
- Developments and trends in the market.
- By Type:
- Stockings
- Short Socks
- By Application:
- Professional
- Amateur
- Market scenario by region, sub-region, and country.
- Market share of the market players, company profiles, product specifications, SWOT analysis, and competitive landscape.
- Analysis regarding upstream raw materials, downstream demand, and current market dynamics.
- Government Policies, Macro & Micro economic factors are also included in the report.
We have studied the Golf Socks Market in 360 degrees via. both primary & secondary research methodologies. This helped us in building an understanding of the current market dynamics, supply-demand gap, pricing trends, product preferences, consumer patterns & so on. The findings were further validated through primary research with industry experts & opinion leaders across countries. The data is further compiled & validated through various market estimation & data validation methodologies. Further, we also have our in-house data forecasting model to predict market growth up to 2030.
Regional Analysis
- North America
- Europe
- Asia Pacific
- Middle East & Africa
- Latin America
Note: A country of choice can be added in the report at no extra cost. If more than one country needs to be added, the research quote will vary accordingly.
The geographical analysis part of the report provides information about the product sales in terms of volume and revenue in regions. It lays out potential opportunities for the new entrants, emerging players, and major players in the region. The regional analysis is done after considering the socio-economic factors and government regulations of the countries in the regions.
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Frequently Asked Questions?
Golf socks are a type of sock that is specifically designed to help keep your feet warm while you are playing golf. They typically have a thicker fabric than other socks, and they are often made from materials such as wool or cotton. Golf socks can also be fitted with special heat-trapping properties to help them retain warmth when you're out in the cold weather.
Some of the key players operating in the golf socks market are FootJoy, Walter Hagen, Under Armour, Oakley, Adidas, Gold Toe, Nike, ECCO, Lady Hagen, Puma, FootJoy, Travis Mathew, Swiftwick, Stance.
The golf socks market is expected to register a CAGR of 5.5%.
Chapter 1 Executive Summary
Chapter 2 Assumptions and Acronyms Used
Chapter 3 Research Methodology
Chapter 4 Golf Socks Market Overview
4.1 Introduction
4.1.1 Market Taxonomy
4.1.2 Market Definition
4.1.3 Macro-Economic Factors Impacting the Market Growth
4.2 Golf Socks Market Dynamics
4.2.1 Market Drivers
4.2.2 Market Restraints
4.2.3 Market Opportunity
4.3 Golf Socks Market - Supply Chain Analysis
4.3.1 List of Key Suppliers
4.3.2 List of Key Distributors
4.3.3 List of Key Consumers
4.4 Key Forces Shaping the Golf Socks Market
4.4.1 Bargaining Power of Suppliers
4.4.2 Bargaining Power of Buyers
4.4.3 Threat of Substitution
4.4.4 Threat of New Entrants
4.4.5 Competitive Rivalry
4.5 Global Golf Socks Market Size & Forecast, 2020-2028
4.5.1 Golf Socks Market Size and Y-o-Y Growth
4.5.2 Golf Socks Market Absolute $ Opportunity
Chapter 5 Global Market Analysis and Forecast by Type
5.1 Introduction
5.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Type
5.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
5.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
5.2 Market Size Forecast by Type
5.2.1 Stockings
5.2.2 Short Socks
5.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
Chapter 6 Global Market Analysis and Forecast by Applications
6.1 Introduction
6.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Applications
6.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
6.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
6.2 Market Size Forecast by Applications
6.2.1 Professional
6.2.2 Amateur
6.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 7 Global Golf Socks Market Analysis and Forecast by Region
7.1 Introduction
7.1.1 Key Market Trends & Growth Opportunities by Region
7.1.2 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Region
7.1.3 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Region
7.2 Golf Socks Market Size Forecast by Region
7.2.1 North America
7.2.2 Europe
7.2.3 Asia Pacific
7.2.4 Latin America
7.2.5 Middle East & Africa (MEA)
7.3 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Region
Chapter 8 Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Impact
8.1 Introduction
8.2 Current & Future Impact Analysis
8.3 Economic Impact Analysis
8.4 Government Policies
8.5 Investment Scenario
Chapter 9 North America Analysis and Forecast
9.1 Introduction
9.2 North America Market Size Forecast by Country
9.2.1 U.S.
9.2.2 Canada
9.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
9.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
9.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
9.6 North America Market Size Forecast by Type
9.6.1 Stockings
9.6.2 Short Socks
9.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
9.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
9.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
9.10 North America Market Size Forecast by Applications
9.10.1 Professional
9.10.2 Amateur
9.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
9.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
9.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 10 Europe Analysis and Forecast
10.1 Introduction
10.2 Europe Market Size Forecast by Country
10.2.1 Germany
10.2.2 France
10.2.3 Italy
10.2.4 U.K.
10.2.5 Spain
10.2.6 Russia
10.2.7 Rest of Europe
10.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
10.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
10.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
10.6 Europe Market Size Forecast by Type
10.6.1 Stockings
10.6.2 Short Socks
10.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
10.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
10.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
10.10 Europe Market Size Forecast by Applications
10.10.1 Professional
10.10.2 Amateur
10.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
10.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
10.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 11 Asia Pacific Analysis and Forecast
11.1 Introduction
11.2 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Country
11.2.1 China
11.2.2 Japan
11.2.3 South Korea
11.2.4 India
11.2.5 Australia
11.2.6 South East Asia (SEA)
11.2.7 Rest of Asia Pacific (APAC)
11.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
11.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
11.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
11.6 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Type
11.6.1 Stockings
11.6.2 Short Socks
11.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
11.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
11.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
11.10 Asia Pacific Market Size Forecast by Applications
11.10.1 Professional
11.10.2 Amateur
11.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
11.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
11.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 12 Latin America Analysis and Forecast
12.1 Introduction
12.2 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Country
12.2.1 Brazil
12.2.2 Mexico
12.2.3 Rest of Latin America (LATAM)
12.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
12.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
12.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
12.6 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Type
12.6.1 Stockings
12.6.2 Short Socks
12.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
12.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
12.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
12.10 Latin America Market Size Forecast by Applications
12.10.1 Professional
12.10.2 Amateur
12.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
12.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
12.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 13 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Analysis and Forecast
13.1 Introduction
13.2 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Country
13.2.1 Saudi Arabia
13.2.2 South Africa
13.2.3 UAE
13.2.4 Rest of Middle East & Africa (MEA)
13.3 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Country
13.4 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Country
13.5 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Country
13.6 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Type
13.6.1 Stockings
13.6.2 Short Socks
13.7 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Type
13.8 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Type
13.9 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Type
13.10 Middle East & Africa (MEA) Market Size Forecast by Applications
13.10.1 Professional
13.10.2 Amateur
13.11 Basis Point Share (BPS) Analysis by Applications
13.12 Absolute $ Opportunity Assessment by Applications
13.13 Market Attractiveness Analysis by Applications
Chapter 14 Competition Landscape
14.1 Golf Socks Market: Competitive Dashboard
14.2 Global Golf Socks Market: Market Share Analysis, 2019
14.3 Company Profiles (Details – Overview, Financials, Developments, Strategy)
14.3.1 FootJoy
14.3.2 Walter Hagen
14.3.3 Under Armour
14.3.4 Oakley
14.3.5 Adidas
14.3.6 Gold Toe
14.3.7 Nike
14.3.8 ECCO
14.3.9 Lady Hagen
14.3.10 Puma
14.3.11 FootJoy
14.3.12 Travis Mathew
14.3.13 Swiftwick
14.3.14 Stance
