According to the report, the US footwear industry consists of about 100 manufacturers; 1,500 wholesalers; and 30,000 retail outlets; in addition to shoe departments in other stores. The annual revenue of shoe retailers is close to $25 billion, and the main product product segments are athletic shoes, women's shoes, and men's shoes. Athletic shoes account for about 40% of the retail market, women's shoes for 25%, and men's shoes for 15%.