Nike shares rise after sneaker maker’s sales top estimates, aided by online growth, strength in China

Earnings

A woman carries Nike shopping bags at the Citadel Outlet mall, as the global outbreak of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) continues, in Commerce, California, U.S., December 3, 2020.

Lucy Nicholson | Reuters

Nike on Friday reported quarterly sales and earnings that topped analysts’ estimates, driven by triple-digit growth online in North America, and strong demand for its sneakers and workout apparel from Chinese consumers.

Its shares jumped more than 5% in after-hours trading.

Here’s how the company did during its fiscal second quarter, compared with what analysts were expecting, based on Refinitiv data:

  • Earnings per share: 78 cents vs. 62 cents, expected
  • Revenue: $11.24 billion vs. $10.56 billion, expected

As of market close on Friday, Nike shares have surged more than 37% this year. The company has a market cap of $215.5 billion.

Find the complete earnings press release from Nike here.

This story is developing. Please check back for updates.

Articles You May Like

Lowe’s gives muted outlook as it sees ‘pressure’ in home improvement spending
Moving Your 401(k)? New IRS Forms Could Make Rollovers Easier
How big is the great wealth transfer? It could be over $100 trillion or $36 trillion
Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ turned 529 plans into ‘lifelong education’ accounts, expert says: How to take advantage
Refiner stocks are on a nearly unprecedented run. History says it could end soon

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *