Nike sales drop 12%, but sneaker giant says the worst of its slump is behind it
UNITED STATES, JUN 26 – Nike’s CEO Elliott Hill leads a turnaround focusing on sports and innovation amid a 10% sales drop and 86% net income plunge, with HSBC raising its stock rating to Buy.
- Nike reported a 12% drop in sales to $11.1 billion for the quarter ending May 31, 2025, marking the company’s fifth straight quarter of declining revenue.
- This decline resulted from ongoing tariff costs estimated at $1 billion, a soft China market, and strategic shifts under CEO Elliott Hill, who began in October 2024.
- Hill introduced the 'Sport Offense' strategy to refocus on performance wear and key sports, alongside 'Win Now' actions aiming for near-term improvements.
- Hill expressed increased confidence that their "Win Now" initiatives, along with the rollout of the "Sport Offense," will drive a return to consistent and profitable growth, while HSBC upgraded Nike’s stock to a buy rating with a new price target of $80.
- Despite an 86% net income drop and challenging margins, Nike expects headwinds to moderate and profits to improve, signaling progress in its turnaround.
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