NIKE, Inc. (NKE) Yield on Cost (YOC): 3.71%
The yield on cost (YOC) for NIKE, Inc. (NKE) is 3.71%.
NKE Yield on Cost (YOC) Metrics
YIELD ON COST (YOC)
3.71%
Yield on Cost for NKE
NKE now pays $1.63 per share a year. Measured against the price it actually traded at back then, a long-term holder is earning:
| If you bought | Price then | Yield on cost today |
|---|---|---|
| 10 years ago(2016-06-08) | $54.12 | 3.01% |
| 5 years ago(2021-06-04) | $133.74 | 1.22% |
| 3 years ago(2023-06-06) | $106.19 | 1.53% |
| 1 year ago(2025-06-10) | $63.87 | 2.55% |
| Buying today(at $43.96) | $43.96 | 3.71% |
If you buy today and the dividend keeps growing
Projection: starting from today's 3.71% yield, assuming the dividend keeps compounding at its historical 9.8% rate. Boards set dividends each year, so actual figures will differ.
Today
3.71%
In 3 years
5.28%
In 5 years
6.69%
In 10 years
12.07%
Yield on Cost Calculator
Try your own purchase price, dividend and growth rate for NIKE, Inc. (NKE).
Starting Yield
3.71%
Ending YOC
15.03%
Year 15 Dividend
$6.61
Cum. Dividends Recd.
$55.87
| Year | Projected Div. / Share | YoY Dividend Hike | Yield on Cost (YOC) | Total Dividends Recd. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Initial | $1.63 | — | 3.71% | $0.00 |
| Year 1 | $1.79 | +9.78% | 4.07% | $1.79 |
| Year 2 | $1.96 | +9.78% | 4.47% | $3.75 |
| Year 3 | $2.16 | +9.78% | 4.91% | $5.91 |
| Year 4 | $2.37 | +9.78% | 5.39% | $8.28 |
| Year 5 | $2.60 | +9.78% | 5.91% | $10.88 |
| Year 6 | $2.85 | +9.78% | 6.49% | $13.73 |
| Year 7 | $3.13 | +9.78% | 7.13% | $16.86 |
| Year 8 | $3.44 | +9.78% | 7.82% | $20.30 |
| Year 9 | $3.77 | +9.78% | 8.59% | $24.08 |
| Year 10 | $4.14 | +9.78% | 9.43% | $28.22 |
| Year 11 | $4.55 | +9.78% | 10.35% | $32.77 |
| Year 12 | $4.99 | +9.78% | 11.36% | $37.76 |
| Year 13 | $5.48 | +9.78% | 12.47% | $43.25 |
| Year 14 | $6.02 | +9.78% | 13.69% | $49.26 |
| Year 15 | $6.61 | +9.78% | 15.03% | $55.87 |
NIKE, Inc. Yield on Cost (YOC) Formula & Definition
Yield on cost is the dividend yield measured against your original purchase price, not today's price. As a company raises its dividend, the yield on what you actually paid keeps rising even when the market yield holds steady.
Expanded definitions: Investopedia, Wikipedia, Corporate Finance Institute
NIKE, Inc. Yield on Cost (YOC) FAQ
- What is the yield on cost (YOC) for NIKE, Inc. (NKE)?
- The yield on cost (YOC) for NKE stock is 3.71%.
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