Nike, Inc. (NKE)
Consumer Discretionary ยท Rubber & Plastics Footwear
Nike, Inc. (NKE) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since December 2, 1980. SentiSense covers Nike, Inc. in the Consumer Discretionary sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Rubber & Plastics Footwear. Elliott Hill is its chief executive officer. The company reports 73,000 employees, and its corporate website is www.nike.com.
About Nike, Inc.
Since its founding in 1964, Nike has become the world's largest sports performance and lifestyle merchandiser. Footwear is its largest category, accounting for about two-thirds of sales. It also sells large amounts of apparel (about 30% of sales) and equipment (5%). Key performance categories include basketball, running, and football (soccer). Brands include Nike, Jordan (premium athletic footwear and clothing), ACG (outdoor), NikeSkims (women's athleisure), and Converse (casual footwear). Nike sells products worldwide through company-owned stores, franchised stores (including about 5,500 in China), and third-party retailers. The firm also operates e-commerce platforms in more than 40 countries. It outsources nearly all production to contract manufacturers in more than 30 countries.
Latest reported results
Nike, Inc. reported revenue of $11.21 billion for Q1 FY2027, down 4.3% from the same period a year earlier.
Institutional ownership
In 13F filings for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, 1,713 institutions reported holding NKE, with 954.5 million shares worth $39.2 billion in aggregate. The largest reported holders were Vanguard, Capital Group and BlackRock. Of the 5 largest reported holders, 4 added shares and 1 reduced its position during the quarter.
More on NKE
- NKE sentiment: whether news and social coverage of Nike, Inc. leans bullish or bearish, and the stories driving it.
- NKE ownership: all 1,713 reporting institutions, plus insider and congressional trades.
- NKE financials: revenue, net income, operating margin and free cash flow through Q1 FY2027.
Frequently asked questions
What does Nike, Inc. do?
Since its founding in 1964, Nike has become the world's largest sports performance and lifestyle merchandiser.
What sector is NKE in?
SentiSense classifies Nike, Inc. in the Consumer Discretionary sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Rubber & Plastics Footwear.
Where does NKE stock trade?
Nike, Inc. (NKE) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since December 2, 1980.
Who is the CEO of Nike, Inc.?
Elliott Hill is the chief executive officer of Nike, Inc..