Sector: Consumer Discretionary|Industry: Footwear & Accessories|Market Cap: $114.99B|Employees: 79.4K
NIKE, Inc. is the world's largest seller of athletic footwear and apparel, designing, developing, and selling athletic footwear, apparel, equipment, accessories, and services globally. The company's primary revenue streams are from NIKE-owned retail stores, digital platforms, and wholesale accounts, with manufacturing primarily outsourced. NIKE's competitive advantages include strong brand recognition, innovation, and a global distribution network.
NIKE, Inc. revenues increased 1% on a reported basis but decreased 1% on a currency-neutral basis compared to the same quarter last year. This indicates underlying growth is offset by unfavorable foreign exchange impacts.
Gross margin increased 170 basis points to 44.6%, primarily driven by strategic pricing actions and lower ocean freight rates. However, this was partially offset by unfavorable changes in net foreign currency exchange rates and higher product input costs.
Net income increased 19% to $1.578 billion, up from $1.331 billion in the prior year, driven by improved gross margin and effective cost management.