A "sneaker war" describes intense competition among brands, retailers, and resellers for limited-edition footwear releases. It plays out through rapid sellouts, bot-driven purchases, and resale markups. Collectors, hypebeasts, and investors fuel demand, while brands gain buzz and resellers profit. Ultimately, it shapes pricing, access, and culture in the global sneaker market.
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