The history of NIKE is a true American success story. Started as a small re-seller of an obscure Japanese running shoe (which later became Asics) line in a small shop in Santa Monica, NIKE has grown exponentially over the years into one of the world’s most recognizable (and profitable) brands.
So just how big has NIKE become? Here are the more interesting NIKE facts and statistics I was able to dig up. As always, I will be adding more and updating these periodically as I find new stuff. Be sure to check back regularly.
Please note that some of these numbers are easier to find than others, so some of these are based on news reports and not official company tallies. All stats are linked to their source unless it was sent to me directly from the company. No stat listed on DMR should be considered in making any type of investment decision. In other words: This is the best I can find, but I don’t guarantee anything.
NIKE Facts and Statistics
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First retail store location of NIKE (as Blue Ribbon Sports):
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Number of NIKE US retail stores:
Last updated 9/17/15
Number of NIKE non-US retail stores:
Last updated 9/17/15
Number of NIKE employees:
Last updated 7/21/16
NIKE FY 2015 revenue that actually comes from NIKE footwear:
NIKE’s revenue goal by 2020:
Projected NIKE revenue from Air Jordans by 2020:
Amount NIKE is reportedly paying LeBron James annually from his recent lifetime shoe deal:
Amount NIKE is reportedly paying Kobe Bryant for his shoe deal:
Amount NIKE is reportedly paying Kevin Durant for his shoe deal:
Amount NIKE is reportedly paying Roger Federer for his apparel deal:
Amount NIKE is reportedly paying Rafael Nadal for his apparel deal:
Amount NIKE is reportedly paying Rory Mcllroy for his apparel deal:
Amount NIKE reportedly paid Tiger Woods for his apparel deal:
Amount NIKE is reportedly paying Michael Jordan for his shoe deal:
Amount NIKE reportedly agreed to pay Ohio State in their 2016 15-year partnership deal :
Number of Nike retail partners:
Last updated 10/26/17
What is NIKE?
NIKE, Inc., based near Beaverton, Oregon, is the world’s leading designer, marketer and distributor of authentic athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories for a wide variety of sports and fitness activities. (source)