Who owns New Balance?
New Balance
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- Brand origin
- United States
- Main production
- Several countries, incl. Vietnam
New Balance is an American athletic footwear, apparel, and accessories brand ultimately owned by New Balance Athletics, Inc., a privately held, family-owned company.
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What is New Balance?
New Balance is an American sportswear brand that makes athletic footwear, apparel, and accessories. New Balance is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts. New Balance operates as a privately held business and reported $6.5 billion in revenue in 2023.
Who owns New Balance?
New Balance is ultimately owned by New Balance Athletics, Inc., according to Made O'Meter's ownership data verified on 13 September 2026. New Balance Athletics, Inc. is a privately held, family-owned company. Jim Davis purchased New Balance in 1972 and remains its chairman. New Balance Athletics, Inc. is the legal name adopted by the business in 2015.
Where does New Balance come from?
New Balance originated in the United States and was founded in Boston in 1906 by William J. Riley. The business originally made arch supports. New Balance produced its first running shoe in 1938 for the Boston Brown Bag Harriers running club. Eleanor and Paul Kidd purchased the business in 1953. Jim Davis purchased New Balance in 1972.
What products does New Balance make?
New Balance makes running shoes, lifestyle shoes, sports apparel, and accessories. New Balance product lines include the 990, 574, 327, and Fresh Foam footwear ranges. New Balance also produces products for basketball, football, tennis, golf, training, and other sports. New Balance sells products in 120 countries, according to company information.
Frequently asked questions about New Balance
Is New Balance a family-owned company?
- Yes. New Balance Athletics, Inc., the ultimate owner of New Balance, describes itself as a privately held, family-owned company.
Where is New Balance headquartered?
- New Balance is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, United States. The company's world headquarters is in Boston's Allston-Brighton area.
Who founded New Balance?
- William J. Riley founded New Balance in Boston in 1906. The business initially sold arch supports before expanding into athletic footwear.
Does New Balance make shoes in the United States?
- Yes. New Balance operates manufacturing facilities in the United States, including facilities in Massachusetts and Maine. New Balance also manufactures products in other countries.
What is New Balance known for?
- New Balance is known for running shoes, including the 990 and 574 lines, and for offering athletic footwear in multiple widths. New Balance also makes apparel and products for several sports.
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Products from New Balance
42- New Balance apparelOther β Athletic apparel
- New Balance 530 sneakersOther β Footwear, Athletics
- New Balance 860 Fresh Foam running shoesFootwear β Running Shoes
- New Balance AthleticsFootwear and Apparel β Athletic Shoes and Sportswear
- New Balance footwearOther β Athletic footwear and apparel
- New Balance Footwear and ApparelOther β Athletic Footwear and Apparel
- New Balance SneakersFootwear β Athletic Shoes
- New Balance Minimus Running ShoesFootwear β Athletic Training and Running Shoes
- New Balance Fresh Foam X Hierro v8 Trail Running ShoesFootwear β Men's Trail Running Shoes
- New Balance 574 Classics SneakersFootwear β Athletic Shoes
- New Balance 574 shoesFootwear β Athletic Shoes
- New Balance Running ShoeFootwear β Running Shoes
- New Balance 990Footwear β Athletic Sneakers
- New Balance Fresh Foam 880v11 running shoesFootwear β Running Shoes
- New Balance shoes and apparelPersonal care β footwear and apparel
- New Balance 2002R sneakerFootwear β Athletic Sneaker
- New Balance WS327 SneakersFootwear β Lifestyle Sneakers
- New Balance Crew SocksApparel β Socks
- New Balance Fresh Foam X sneakersFootwear β Running Shoes
- New Balance MR530ASM sneakersFootwear β Lifestyle Sneakers
- New Balance Fresh Foam running shoesFootwear β Performance Running Shoes
- New Balance Fresh Foam X 880Footwear β Running Shoes
- New Balance 1906R sneakersOther β Athletic Footwear
- New Balance Numeric NM574 VCN NavyFootwear β Skateboarding shoes
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