NIKE’s (NKE) “Buy” Rating Reiterated at DZ Bank

DZ Bank reiterated their buy rating on shares of NIKE (NYSE:NKE) in a report issued on Thursday,MarketScreener reports.

NKE has been the topic of several other research reports. Daiwa Securities Group cut their price target on NIKE from $75.00 to $61.00 in a research report on Tuesday, December 23rd. Raymond James Financial restated a “market perform” rating on shares of NIKE in a research report on Monday, December 15th. Sanford C. Bernstein reissued a “buy” rating on shares of NIKE in a research report on Wednesday. BNP Paribas Exane decreased their target price on shares of NIKE from $35.00 to $23.00 and set an “underperform” rating for the company in a research note on Wednesday. Finally, Bank of America reaffirmed a “neutral” rating and set a $55.00 price target (down from $73.00) on shares of NIKE in a report on Wednesday. Nineteen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating, fifteen have issued a Hold rating and one has assigned a Sell rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $63.42.

NIKE Stock Performance

Shares of NKE stock opened at $44.20 on Thursday. The stock’s 50-day moving average is $58.43 and its two-hundred day moving average is $63.12. The firm has a market cap of $65.43 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 29.27, a PEG ratio of 2.34 and a beta of 1.31. NIKE has a 1 year low of $43.17 and a 1 year high of $80.17. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.50, a quick ratio of 1.40 and a current ratio of 2.14.

NIKE (NYSE:NKE) last posted its earnings results on Tuesday, March 31st. The footwear maker reported $0.35 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.29 by $0.06. NIKE had a return on equity of 16.41% and a net margin of 4.84%.The business had revenue of $11.28 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $11.23 billion. During the same period in the previous year, the business earned $0.54 EPS. The business’s quarterly revenue was up .1% on a year-over-year basis. Analysts predict that NIKE will post 2.05 earnings per share for the current year.

NIKE Announces Dividend

The firm also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Wednesday, April 1st. Shareholders of record on Monday, March 2nd were given a dividend of $0.41 per share. The ex-dividend date was Monday, March 2nd. This represents a $1.64 annualized dividend and a yield of 3.7%. NIKE’s payout ratio is presently 108.61%.

Institutional Trading of NIKE

Several hedge funds have recently modified their holdings of the business. Cornerstone Financial Management LLC purchased a new position in NIKE in the fourth quarter worth $26,000. Twin Peaks Wealth Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in shares of NIKE during the 2nd quarter worth $31,000. Sankala Group LLC acquired a new position in shares of NIKE during the 4th quarter worth $26,000. J.Safra Asset Management Corp acquired a new position in shares of NIKE during the 4th quarter worth $29,000. Finally, Kemnay Advisory Services Inc. purchased a new position in shares of NIKE in the 4th quarter valued at about $30,000. 64.25% of the stock is owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.

Trending Headlines about NIKE

Here are the key news stories impacting NIKE this week:

• Positive Sentiment: Dividend streak nears Dividend Aristocrat status — Nike paid a $0.41 quarterly dividend on April 1, 2026, marking 24 consecutive years of increases, which keeps income-oriented investors anchored to the stock. Can Nike Limp Across the Finish Line to Dividend Aristocrat Status?
• Positive Sentiment: Some firms still hold bullish/neutral views — DZ Bank reaffirmed a buy rating and Guggenheim left a $74 target, providing a limited positive counterpoint for longer‑term holders. DZ Bank Reiterates Buy Guggenheim $74 PT
• Neutral Sentiment: Mixed earnings read: Nike slightly beat EPS estimates but management’s guidance and commentary signaled a longer turnaround, making the near‑term outlook unclear for investors. Earnings and Guidance Summary
• Neutral Sentiment: Some analysts and outlets flag the stock as deeply oversold and a possible buy‑the‑dip candidate, but emphasize structural risks that could keep pressure on the shares. Oversold / Buy‑the‑Dip Coverage
• Negative Sentiment: Widespread analyst downgrades and price‑target cuts — multiple firms (Goldman Sachs, BofA, DA Davidson, Barclays, Truist, China Renaissance, Evercore ISI and others) have cut ratings or lowered targets, pressuring sentiment and amplifying selling. Goldman Sachs Downgrade
• Negative Sentiment: Weak forward guidance from the Q3 call drove a sharp intra‑day selloff (reports of ~15% declines after the update) as management signaled revenue and margin headwinds will persist. Earnings Call Highlights
• Negative Sentiment: China demand and direct‑to‑consumer (DTC) execution remain key trouble spots — several articles highlight that China weakness and a DTC reset are major drivers of the slowdown. China/DTC Coverage
• Negative Sentiment: Margin pressure from tariffs, restructuring costs and inventory moves could crimp profits even if revenue stabilizes, per margin‑analysis pieces. Margin Pressure Analysis
• Negative Sentiment: Shareholder litigation inquiry — a law firm is investigating potential misstatements around DTC strategy and disclosures, which adds legal risk and could prolong volatility. Investor Litigation Notice
• Negative Sentiment: Technical/market signals: the stock hit multi‑year lows on heavy volume and faces a weakened analyst consensus, increasing the chance of further downside until clearer signs of a sustained recovery appear. MarketBeat Analysis

About NIKE

Nike, Inc (NYSE: NKE) is a global designer, marketer and distributor of athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories. Founded in 1964 as Blue Ribbon Sports by Phil Knight and Bill Bowerman and renamed Nike in 1971, the company is headquartered near Beaverton, Oregon. Nike develops and commercializes products across performance and lifestyle categories for sports including running, basketball, soccer and training, and is known for signature technologies and design-driven product lines.

The company markets products under several primary brands, including Nike, Jordan and Converse, and sells through a combination of wholesale relationships, branded retail stores and direct-to-consumer channels such as company-operated stores and digital platforms (e.g., Nike.com and mobile apps).