Nike Stock: A Deep Dive Into Analyst Perspectives (20 Ratings)

Analysts' ratings for Nike (NYSE:NKE) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 20 analysts.

The table below provides a concise overview of recent ratings by analysts, offering insights into the changing sentiments over the past 30 days and drawing comparisons with the preceding months for a holistic perspective.

	Bullish	Somewhat Bullish	Indifferent	Somewhat Bearish	Bearish
Total Ratings	8	5	7	0	0
Last 30D	0	1	0	0	0
1M Ago	7	3	7	0	0
2M Ago	0	1	0	0	0
3M Ago	1	0	0	0	0

The 12-month price targets, analyzed by analysts, offer insights with an average target of $74.65, a high estimate of $100.00, and a low estimate of $62.00. Experiencing a 4.7% decline, the current average is now lower than the previous average price target of $78.33.

Deciphering Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Analysis

In examining recent analyst actions, we gain insights into how financial experts perceive Nike. The following summary outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.

Analyst	Analyst Firm	Action Taken	Rating	Current Price Target	Prior Price Target
Piral Dadhania	RBC Capital	Lowers	Outperform	$78.00	$85.00
Jay Sole	UBS	Lowers	Neutral	$62.00	$71.00
Paul Lejuez	Citigroup	Lowers	Neutral	$65.00	$70.00
Adrienne Yih	Barclays	Lowers	Equal-Weight	$64.00	$70.00
Joseph Civello	Truist Securities	Lowers	Buy	$70.00	$85.00
Brooke Roach	Goldman Sachs	Lowers	Buy	$77.00	$89.00
Peter McGoldrick	Stifel	Lowers	Hold	$65.00	$68.00
Simeon Siegel	Guggenheim	Maintains	Buy	$77.00	$77.00
Ike Boruchow	Wells Fargo	Lowers	Overweight	$65.00	$75.00
Aneesha Sherman	Bernstein	Lowers	Outperform	$85.00	$90.00
Lorraine Hutchinson	B of A Securities	Lowers	Buy	$73.00	$84.00
Tom Nikic	Needham	Lowers	Buy	$68.00	$78.00
Anna Andreeva	Piper Sandler	Lowers	Overweight	$75.00	$84.00
Cristina Fernandez	Telsey Advisory Group	Lowers	Market Perform	$72.00	$75.00
Robert Drbul	BTIG	Maintains	Buy	$100.00	$100.00
Cristina Fernandez	Telsey Advisory Group	Maintains	Market Perform	$75.00	$75.00
Simeon Siegel	Guggenheim	Announces	Buy	$77.00	-
Paul Lejuez	Citigroup	Lowers	Neutral	$70.00	$74.00
Ike Boruchow	Wells Fargo	Raises	Overweight	$75.00	$60.00
Robert Drbul	BTIG	Announces	Buy	$100.00	-

Key Insights:

• Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Nike. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.
• Rating: Gaining insights, analysts provide qualitative assessments, ranging from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings reflect expectations for the relative performance of Nike compared to the broader market.
• Price Targets: Analysts predict movements in price targets, offering estimates for Nike's future value. Examining the current and prior targets offers insights into analysts' evolving expectations.

Capture valuable insights into Nike's market standing by understanding these analyst evaluations alongside pertinent financial indicators. Stay informed and make strategic decisions with our Ratings Table.

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About Nike

Nike is the largest athletic footwear and apparel brand in the world. Footwear generates about two-thirds of its sales. Key performance footwear categories include basketball, running, and football (soccer). Its brands include Nike, Jordan (premium athletic footwear and clothing), 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. Nearly all its production is outsourced to contract manufacturers in more than 30 countries. Nike was founded in 1964 and is based in Beaverton, Oregon.

Unraveling the Financial Story of Nike

Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization surpasses industry averages, showcasing a dominant size relative to peers and suggesting a strong market position.

Revenue Growth: Over the 3M period, Nike showcased positive performance, achieving a revenue growth rate of 0.59% as of 30 November, 2025. This reflects a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to competitors, the company encountered difficulties, with a growth rate lower than the average among peers in the Consumer Discretionary sector.

Net Margin: Nike's net margin is impressive, surpassing industry averages. With a net margin of 6.37%, the company demonstrates strong profitability and effective cost management.

Return on Equity (ROE): Nike's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional ROE, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable ROE of 5.75%, the company showcases efficient use of equity capital and strong financial health.

Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 2.11%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.

Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.8.

Analyst Ratings: What Are They?

Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.

Some analysts publish their predictions for metrics such as growth estimates, earnings, and revenue to provide additional guidance with their ratings. When using analyst ratings, it is important to keep in mind that stock and sector analysts are also human and are only offering their opinions to investors.

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