German watchdog probes sneaker sales tactics

Moves by leading sporting goods companies such as Nike Inc, Adidas AG and Asics Corp to restrict sales over internet platforms like Amazon.com Inc and eBay Inc have drawn the attention of competition authorities in Germany. Photo: AsicsThe German cartel office is investigating Japanese sneaker maker Asics over its sales practices and has also received complaints about market leaders Nike and Adidas, the watchdog said on Wednesday. Adidas and Nike don't want their sneakers to be sold via online

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