Brooks Running Bangs Out Strong DD Growth in North America and EMEA in First Quarter

May 1, 2026

Brooks Running reported sales grew 23 percent in the first quarter, supported by 20 percent growth in North America and 30 percent currency-neutral growth in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). Sales in China vaulted 136 percent year over year.

Brooks maintained its leadership position in the run space in Q1, achieving No. 1 market share in performance running footwear at U.S. specialty retail, according to Upper Quadrant Specialty Run Market Data from January to March 2026.

At the national retail, Brooks held roughly 20 percent market share for the 11^th consecutive quarter, according to Circana. Core franchises ranked as three of the top five styles in the first quarter, collectively accounting for over 12 percent of all performance running footwear sales.

In Germany and France, Brooks outpaced the market for all price points on a rolling year basis, delivering 24 percent and 15 percent growth, respectively, according to Circana. SGB