Under Armour is a sportswear company that has built a leading brand name in the emerging market for hi-tech athletic gear ^[1]. The company uses patented synthetic fabrics in its apparel, marketing its products as perfomance-enhancing alternatives to traditional cotton or mesh gear as UA products are designed to wisk away moisture, regulate body temperature, and improve comfort. Under Armour's brand has captured share in the hard-to-reach demographic of 18-35 sports-oriented males, and established itself in the youth market as well. UA has been traded as a public company from November 2005. ^[2]

The company's traditional focus has been on compression (tight fitting) performance attire, but the company has also begun to offer a more comprehensive array of products-- “LooseGear” in an effort to appeal to customers looking for a more conventional relaxed-fitting apparel that still provides exceptional performance ^[3]. As Under Armour has expanded its retail offerings, the company has also seen rapid financial growth. ^[4][5]

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