Analysts React to Dick's Acquisition of Rival Foot Locker for £1.81 Billion

Dick’s Sporting Goods To Acquire Foot Locker: Analyzing Store Overlap, Shopper Penetration and Strategic Reach

Dick’s Sporting Goods announced in mid-May 2025 that it will acquire competitor Foot Locker for $2.4 billion. Uncover the implications of the deal for each company and for the wider US apparel market. We offer insights on shopper penetration, store portfolios and expansion, and geographical reach, leveraging proprietary survey findings and data analysis.The post Dick’s Sporting Goods To Acquire Foot Locker: Analyzing Store Overlap, Shopper Penet…

Analysts React to Dick's Acquisition of Rival Foot Locker for £1.81 Billion

In a move set to shake up the future of the athletic retail sector, Dick's Sporting Goods has announced plans to acquire rival Foot Locker for approximately £1.81 billion ($2.4 billion). While the acquisition is aimed at accelerating Dick's international expansion, analysts are already questioning whether this bold play could backfire due to Foot Locker's waning global relevance. Strategic Buyout or Expensive Gamble? Under the terms of the agree…