NIKE, Inc. (NKE) Return on Equity (ROE): 15.97%
Is NIKE, Inc.’s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
NIKE, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 15.97% is 56% below its 5-year average of 36.00%, near the low end of its 5-year range (15.97%–44.86%).
As of Wednesday, June 17, 2026. 49.98% below its 12-month average of 31.93%.
NKE Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
NKE Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
NKE Current vs Average Return on Equity (ROE) Chart
NKE Return on Equity (ROE) Metrics
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE)
15.97%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG TTM
31.93%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 3Y
34.91%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 5Y
36.00%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 10Y
33.72%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 15Y
30.04%
RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) AVG 20Y
27.93%
CURRENT VS TTM AVG
-49.98%
CURRENT VS 3Y AVG
-54.25%
CURRENT VS 5Y AVG
-55.64%
CURRENT VS 10Y AVG
-52.63%
CURRENT VS 15Y AVG
-46.83%
CURRENT VS 20Y AVG
-42.83%
NKE Competitors' Return on Equity (ROE)
| NAME | MARKET CAP | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) | TTM | 3Y | 5Y |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NIKE, Inc. (NKE) | $67.20B | 15.97% | 31.93% | 34.91% | 36.00% |
| General Motors Company (GM)vs › | $74.66B | 4.05% | 6.97% | 11.09% | 12.56% |
| Ross Stores, Inc. (ROST)vs › | $75.22B | 36.73% | 36.31% | 36.59% | 31.90% |
| Carvana Co. (CVNA)vs › | $76.79B | 42.90% | 28.78% | 137.28% | 76.81% |
| Sea Limited (SE)vs › | $56.89B | 12.54% | 8.96% | -2.17% | -14.03% |
| Ford Motor Company (F)vs › | $56.48B | -16.30% | -4.83% | -1.02% | 4.79% |
| Hilton Worldwide Holdings Inc. (HLT)vs › | $80.27B | -27.04% | -34.11% | -57.61% | -38.73% |
| Airbnb, Inc. (ABNB)vs › | $84.36B | 32.96% | 31.05% | 38.71% | -1.75% |
| MercadoLibre, Inc. (MELI)vs › | $85.84B | 26.37% | 36.76% | 33.01% | 22.90% |
| eBay Inc. (EBAY)vs › | $48.54B | 46.24% | 41.15% | 25.23% | 66.54% |
Return Analysis
ROE
16.0%
ROA
6.1%
NIKE, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) Formula & Definition
ROE = Net Income / Total Shareholders' Equity
Return on equity measures how efficiently a company generates profit from shareholders' equity. Higher ROE indicates better capital efficiency.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
NIKE, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) FAQ
- What is the return on equity (ROE) for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The return on equity (ROE) for NKE stock is 15.97%.
- Is NIKE, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) high or low?
- NIKE, Inc.'s return on equity (ROE) of 15.97% is 56% below its 5-year average of 36.00%, near the low end of its 5-year range (15.97%–44.86%).
- What is the TTM average return on equity (ROE) for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The TTM average return on equity (ROE) for NKE stock is 31.93%.
- What is the 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The 3Y average return on equity (ROE) for NKE stock is 34.91%.
- What is the 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The 5Y average return on equity (ROE) for NKE stock is 36.00%.
- What is the 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The 10Y average return on equity (ROE) for NKE stock is 33.72%.
- What is the 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The 15Y average return on equity (ROE) for NKE stock is 30.04%.
- What is the 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The 20Y average return on equity (ROE) for NKE stock is 27.93%.
NIKE, Inc. Return on Equity (ROE) History
| DATE | RETURN ON EQUITY (ROE) |
|---|---|
| 2025-05-31 | 24.36% |
| 2024-05-31 | 39.50% |
| 2023-05-31 | 36.20% |
| 2022-05-31 | 39.57% |
| 2021-05-31 | 44.86% |
| 2020-05-31 | 31.52% |
| 2019-05-31 | 44.57% |
| 2018-05-31 | 19.70% |
| 2017-05-31 | 34.17% |
| 2016-05-31 | 30.67% |
| 2015-05-31 | 25.76% |
| 2014-05-31 | 24.88% |
| 2013-05-31 | 22.31% |
| 2012-05-31 | 21.30% |
| 2011-05-31 | 21.67% |
| 2010-05-31 | 19.55% |
| 2009-05-31 | 17.10% |
| 2008-05-31 | 24.07% |
| 2007-05-31 | 21.23% |
| 2006-05-31 | 22.15% |
| 2005-05-31 | 21.47% |
| 2004-05-31 | 19.78% |
| 2003-05-31 | 11.88% |
| 2002-05-31 | 17.28% |
| 2001-05-31 | 16.88% |
| 2000-05-31 | 18.46% |
| 1999-05-31 | 13.54% |
| 1998-05-31 | 12.25% |
| 1997-05-31 | 25.21% |
| 1996-05-31 | 22.75% |
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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