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Nike is the largest athletic footwear and apparel brand in the world. Key categories include basketball, running, and football (soccer). Footwear generates about two thirds of its sales. Its brands include Nike, Jordan (premium athletic footwear and clothing), and Converse (casual footwear). Nike sells products worldwide through company-owned stores, franchised stores, and third-party retailers. The firm also operates e-commerce platforms in more than 40 countries. Nearly all its production is outsourced to contract manufacturers in more than 30 countries. Nike was founded in 1964 and is based in Beaverton, Oregon.

Adidas is a leading German manufacturer of athletic shoes, apparel, and sports equipment, recognized for its iconic three-stripe trademark. As the second-largest sportswear company globally, Adidas focuses on providing high-performance gear for athletes and fitness enthusiasts. Founded in 1924 by Adolf "Adi" Dassler and his brother Rudolf, Adidas began in a small laundry room and quickly gained fame for its innovative spiked running shoes. The company officially registered as Adidas in 1949, introducing its signature three-stripe design to distinguish its products. Over the years, Adidas has expanded its product range to include various athletic footwear, apparel, and soccer equipment, with notable items like the Stan Smith tennis shoe and the Superstar basketball sneaker. Adidas serves a diverse customer base, including professional athletes, recreational sports participants, and lifestyle consumers. The brand has a strong presence in hip-hop and youth culture, particularly since its partnership with the group Run-DMC in the 1980s, which helped popularize its sneakers in street fashion.

3M Company is an American multinational conglomerate that applies science to develop materials and products for industry, worker safety, healthcare, and consumer markets worldwide.