NIKE, Inc. (NKE) EBITDA Margin: 9.74%
Is NIKE, Inc.’s EBITDA margin high or low?
NIKE, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 9.74% is 28% below its 5-year average of 13.61%, near the low end of its 5-year range (9.74%–17.36%).
The EBITDA margin for NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is 9.74% as of Wednesday, June 10, 2026. It is below its 12-month average by 17.70% (11.84%).
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NKE EBITDA Margin Metrics
EBITDA MARGIN
9.74%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG TTM
11.84%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 3Y
13.25%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 5Y
13.61%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 10Y
14.33%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 15Y
14.60%
EBITDA MARGIN AVG 20Y
14.76%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-17.70%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-26.48%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-28.44%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-32.05%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-33.30%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-33.99%
NKE Competitors' EBITDA Margin
| NAME | MARKET CAP | EBITDA MARGIN | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $65.15B | 9.74% | 11.84% | 13.25% | 13.61% |
| General Motors Company (GM) | $71.59B | 9.46% | 11.45% | 12.25% | 13.62% |
| Ford Motor Company (F) | $56.36B | 4.55% | 5.24% | 6.35% | 5.95% |
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST) | $74.06B | 15.75% | 15.61% | 14.73% | 12.94% |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB) | $76.62B | 20.78% | 22.18% | 20.90% | -6.93% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT) | $76.74B | 23.84% | 23.10% | 23.76% | 18.50% |
| Sea Limited (SE) | $50.49B | 8.13% | 7.19% | 3.68% | -4.00% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI) | $81.30B | 12.32% | 13.89% | 13.73% | 11.97% |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY) | $48.06B | 25.68% | 26.75% | 21.83% | 24.35% |
| Yum! Brands, Inc. (YUM) | $41.77B | 33.88% | 33.92% | 34.27% | 33.91% |
Margin Comparison
Gross Margin
40.8%
EBITDA Margin
9.7%
Operating Margin
6.0%
Net Margin
4.8%
Formula: EBITDA Margin = (EBITDA / Revenue) × 100
Why EBITDA Margin matters:
- Removes effects of depreciation policies (D&A)
- Capital structure neutral (ignores interest)
- Tax neutral (ignores tax differences)
- Good proxy for operating cash generation
NIKE, Inc. EBITDA Margin Formula & Definition
EBITDA Margin = EBITDA / Revenue
EBITDA margin measures operating profitability before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization as a percentage of revenue.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
NIKE, Inc. EBITDA Margin FAQ
- What is the EBITDA margin for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The EBITDA margin for NKE stock is 9.74%.
- Is NIKE, Inc.'s EBITDA margin high or low?
- NIKE, Inc.'s EBITDA margin of 9.74% is 28% below its 5-year average of 13.61%, near the low end of its 5-year range (9.74%–17.36%).
- What is the TTM average EBITDA margin for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The TTM average EBITDA margin for NKE stock is 11.84%.
- What is the 3Y average EBITDA margin for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The 3Y average EBITDA margin for NKE stock is 13.25%.
- What is the 5Y average EBITDA margin for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The 5Y average EBITDA margin for NKE stock is 13.61%.
- What is the 10Y average EBITDA margin for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The 10Y average EBITDA margin for NKE stock is 14.33%.
- What is the 15Y average EBITDA margin for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The 15Y average EBITDA margin for NKE stock is 14.60%.
- What is the 20Y average EBITDA margin for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The 20Y average EBITDA margin for NKE stock is 14.76%.
NIKE, Inc. EBITDA Margin History
| DATE | EBITDA MARGIN |
|---|---|
| 2025-05-31 | 9.74% |
| 2024-05-31 | 13.93% |
| 2023-05-31 | 13.23% |
| 2022-05-31 | 16.09% |
| 2021-05-31 | 17.36% |
| 2020-05-31 | 11.32% |
| 2019-05-31 | 14.04% |
| 2018-05-31 | 14.34% |
| 2017-05-31 | 15.91% |
| 2016-05-31 | 15.95% |
| 2015-05-31 | 15.76% |
| 2014-05-31 | 15.35% |
| 2013-05-31 | 14.78% |
| 2012-05-31 | 14.85% |
| 2011-05-31 | 15.90% |
| 2010-05-31 | 15.09% |
| 2009-05-31 | 14.80% |
| 2008-05-31 | 14.79% |
| 2007-05-31 | 14.71% |
| 2006-05-31 | 16.05% |
| 2005-05-31 | 15.88% |
| 2004-05-31 | 15.21% |
| 2003-05-31 | 13.95% |
| 2002-05-31 | 13.38% |
| 2001-05-31 | 12.94% |
| 2000-05-31 | 13.44% |
| 1999-05-31 | 12.37% |
| 1998-05-31 | 11.49% |
| 1997-05-31 | 16.85% |
| 1996-05-31 | 17.12% |
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About NIKE, Inc.
NIKE, Inc., through its various subsidiaries, operates as a global enterprise focused on the design, development, marketing, and sale of athletic footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories for all ages and genders. Beyond its primary offerings, the company provides a range of athletic and casual footwear, clothing, and accessories under the notable Jumpman trademark. It also distributes a variety of casual sneakers, apparel, and accessories, featuring well-known brands like Converse, Chuck Taylor, All Star, One Star, Star Chevron, and Jack Purcell. Under the NIKE brand itself, the company supplies a comprehensive line of performance sports gear and accessories, such as bags, socks, sports balls, eyewear, timepieces, digital devices, bats, gloves, and protective equipment. Additionally, NIKE sells various plastic products to other manufacturers. The company also markets sportswear adorned with licensed logos from college and professional sports teams and leagues. Furthermore, it engages in licensing arrangements, allowing unaffiliated parties to manufacture and sell apparel, digital devices, applications, and other sports equipment under NIKE-owned trademarks. Its extensive product catalog reaches consumers globally through diverse channels, including specialized footwear, sporting goods, athletic specialty, department, skate, tennis, and golf stores. Distribution occurs via NIKE's proprietary retail outlets, digital e-commerce platforms, independent distributors, authorized licensees, and sales representatives. Founded in 1964, the company was originally named Blue Ribbon Sports, Inc., before officially becoming NIKE, Inc. in 1971, and maintains its corporate headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon.
- Sector
- Consumer Cyclical
- Industry
- Apparel - Footwear & Accessories
- CEO
- Elliott J. Hill