Nike (NKE, $138.99) beats Q3 2021 earnings expectations; but sales hurt by pandemic
Sneaker giant Nike reported third-quarter earnings that topped analysts’ expectations. However, sales was hurt by port congestion in the U.S. and store closures in Europe.
Adjusted earnings for the quarter came in at 90 cents per share, compared to 76 cents expected by analysts polled by Refinitiv. Revenue increased to $10.36 billion from the year-ago quarter’s $10.1 billion; analysts forecast $11.02 billion.
Revenue in North America fell -10% year over year, hurt by shipment delays.
In Europe, Middle East and Africa region, sales at its physical retail stores decreased due to pandemic-related restrictions. However, online sales in those markets grew 60% in the latest period. According to Nike, about 60% of its stores in the region are open today, while some operate on reduced hours.
In Greater China, sales rose +51%. This is probably due to the region’s relatively quick recovery path from the pandemic.
For fiscal 2021, Nike projects revenue to rise by a low-to-mid-teens percentage from the prior year. Analysts had been expecting revenue growth of 15.9%, according to Refinitiv.
Nike expects fourth-quarter sales to grow +75% year over year, compared to analysts forecast of +64.3%.
NKE in downward trend: price dove below 50-day moving average on February 27, 2026
NKE moved below its 50-day moving average on February 27, 2026 date and that indicates a change from an upward trend to a downward trend. In of 38 similar past instances, the stock price decreased further within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Technical Analysis (Indicators)
Bearish Trend Analysis
The Momentum Indicator moved below the 0 level on March 02, 2026. You may want to consider selling the stock, shorting the stock, or exploring put options on NKE as a result. In of 87 cases where the Momentum Indicator fell below 0, the stock fell further within the subsequent month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Moving Average Convergence Divergence Histogram (MACD) for NKE turned negative on February 27, 2026. This could be a sign that the stock is set to turn lower in the coming weeks. Traders may want to sell the stock or buy put options. Tickeron's A.I.dvisor looked at 43 similar instances when the indicator turned negative. In of the 43 cases the stock turned lower in the days that followed. This puts the odds of success at .
The 10-day moving average for NKE crossed bearishly below the 50-day moving average on March 04, 2026. This indicates that the trend has shifted lower and could be considered a sell signal. In of 15 past instances when the 10-day crossed below the 50-day, the stock continued to move higher over the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
Following a 3-day decline, the stock is projected to fall further. Considering past instances where NKE declined for three days, the price rose further in of 62 cases within the following month. The odds of a continued downward trend are .
The Aroon Indicator for NKE entered a downward trend on February 12, 2026. This could indicate a strong downward move is ahead for the stock. Traders may want to consider selling the stock or buying put options.
Bullish Trend Analysis
The RSI Indicator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 4 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an Uptrend is expected.
The Stochastic Oscillator shows that the ticker has stayed in the oversold zone for 8 days. The price of this ticker is presumed to bounce back soon, since the longer the ticker stays in the oversold zone, the more promptly an upward trend is expected.
Following a 3-day Advance, the price is estimated to grow further. Considering data from situations where NKE advanced for three days, in of 291 cases, the price rose further within the following month. The odds of a continued upward trend are .
NKE may jump back above the lower band and head toward the middle band. Traders may consider buying the stock or exploring call options.
The Tickeron PE Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), pointing to outstanding earnings growth. The PE Growth rating is based on a comparative analysis of stock PE ratio increase over the last 12 months compared against S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Valuation Rating of (best 1 - 100 worst) indicates that the company is fair valued in the industry. This rating compares market capitalization estimated by our proprietary formula with the current market capitalization. This rating is based on the following metrics, as compared to industry averages: P/B Ratio (5.855) is normal, around the industry mean (3.193). P/E Ratio (32.573) is within average values for comparable stocks, (30.980). Projected Growth (PEG Ratio) (1.241) is also within normal values, averaging (2.007). Dividend Yield (0.029) settles around the average of (0.033) among similar stocks. P/S Ratio (1.772) is also within normal values, averaging (1.342).
The Tickeron SMR rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating strong sales and a profitable business model. SMR (Sales, Margin, Return on Equity) rating is based on comparative analysis of weighted Sales, Income Margin and Return on Equity values compared against S&P 500 index constituents. The weighted SMR value is a proprietary formula developed by Tickeron and represents an overall profitability measure for a stock.
The Tickeron Price Growth Rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating fairly steady price growth. NKE’s price grows at a lower rate over the last 12 months as compared to S&P 500 index constituents.
The Tickeron Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for this company is (best 1 - 100 worst), indicating that the returns do not compensate for the risks. NKE’s unstable profits reported over time resulted in significant Drawdowns within these last five years. A stable profit reduces stock drawdown and volatility. The average Profit vs. Risk Rating rating for the industry is 80, placing this stock worse than average.
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