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ASICS warns Middle East conflict could trigger athletic apparel price increases
The president of Japanese sportswear manufacturer ASICS has cautioned that prolonged conflict in the Middle East could force the company to raise consumer prices. The warning reflects supply chain vulnerabilities in the apparel sector tied to regional instability and likely reflects concerns about shipping route disruptions, raw material costs, and manufacturing dependencies. This signals how geopolitical tensions are transmitting through global commerce.