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Nike Stock Sinks to Lowest Level Since 2013 after Q1 Earnings - Nike (NYSE:NKE)

Nike (NYSE:NKE) reported Q1 revenue of $11.21B, missing estimates, with adjusted earnings of $0.48B, beating estimates. Revenue declined 4% YoY, with regional sales mixed. Inventory fell 3% YoY. Nike guided for high-single-digit revenue decline in fiscal 2027 and adjusted earnings of $1.15-$1.35B, below estimates. Shares dropped 4.17% in after-hours trading.

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Published Oct 1, 2026, 9:20 PM UTC
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Primary signal
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Bearish
high confidence
Mentioned
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Relevance
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Decision brief

The 30-second read

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Why it matters

The earnings miss and lowered guidance are likely to keep the stock under pressure in the short term, though long‑term initiatives may mitigate the downside.

02

Market read

Nike's earnings miss and guidance cut are material for investors and can influence the broader consumer discretionary sector.

03

What to watch

Inventory levels are down 3% and cash remains strong, providing liquidity for strategic investments.

Relevance 8/10Novelty 8/10Timing: after‑hours today

Background

Nike's Q1 results show a 4% YoY revenue decline and a significant drop in Greater China, prompting a guidance cut for FY2027.

Company-level read

Ticker impact

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Context

Nike reported Q1 revenue miss and lowered FY2027 guidance, causing a 4.17% after‑hours drop.

Expected impact

likely further decline as investors price in weaker sales and lower earnings outlook

Evidence & confidence

Revenue fell short of estimates and guidance is below consensus; the stock already fell 4% after hours, indicating market reaction.

Market effects

Sector

Footwear and apparel sector may see broader pressure as Nike's slowdown signals demand weakness in key regions.

Regional

Greater China weakness (‑22% sales) could affect other consumer brands with exposure to that market.

Global

Nike's size makes the miss relevant for global consumer discretionary sentiment.

Counterpoint

What could challenge this read

If the Pace transformation succeeds, the stock could be undervalued after the sell‑off, offering a buying opportunity.

Key entities

  • Executive
    Elliott Hill

    President and CEO of Nike, provided commentary on the Pace initiative.

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