Originally posted on Housakicks Nike’s relationship with its longtime distribution channels might be coming to an end, and very soon. The DTC ( Direct To Consumer) push is definitely the brand’s top priority. There are red flags everywhere indicating that Nike is no longer content with the “wholesale” aspect of running its business. I was just…
What’s to blame for the expected earnings decline in the athletic apparel and shoe giant? A couple of key factors, say experts. Source: Nike Earnings Due: Here’s Everything Wrong With The Iconic Brand I follow Elaine Low on Twitter. As a writer for Investor’s Business Daily she provides insight into how analysts are preparing for…
Source: adidas UltraBOOST X All Terrain LTD Shoes – Black | adidas US Since I’ve moved away from “Should You Buy to Flip?” I’ve had to be a lot more creative in building analysis of footwear releases. Resell is all but dead except for limited release footwear. An analysis of GR shoes allows for a…
Matt Powell is the sage of the sneaker industry. The amount of data the NPD Group accumulates is the primary source of information for news reporters around the world when it comes to footwear sales in the U.S. Over the years Powell has utilized his platform to disseminate information on the rankings and growth of…
The new silhouette comes with stencils for at-home personalization. Source: The New DIY Nike Gakou Flyknit – Nike News In 2015 Nike applied for a patent for attaching an upper to the strobel. A shoe can be affixed to an outsole in 1 of 3 ways. The method that Nike patented went unnoticed but was…
Right now Nike is making the strongest push into Asia. Kyrie has just kicked off his tour of Asia and Cristiano Ronaldo is currently touring there for the first time. During Nike’s last quarterly conference call, their greatest growth was in the international market. NIKE, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2017 4th Q and Full Year Results…
As traditional stores close, the sneaker giant reversed course and made a deal to sell on the site, seeking more control of pricing and display. Source: How Nike Capitulated to Amazon After Years of Resistance Last year I made a prediction that didn’t come to pass. The link to that article is below. This article…
Published on May 27, 2017 by Housakicks Tayib of http://www.housakicks.com (YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCZPK…) took the time to hit me to discuss what he thinks is an oversaturation of the market by adidas with the NMD. His initial question was: Will the NMD become the Roshe? I thought about it and said that the Roshe is…
Representing a 10-year evolution in Kevin Durant’s journey, his tenth signature shoe features both heel-to-toe Flyknit and Zoom Air. The KD10 launches May 26. Source: Nike News – KD10: More than Meets the Eye Nike has always been linked to its athletes unlike any other sports brand in history. At the heart of every…
Originally posted on Housakicks The kobe AD’s aren’t doing that well to begin with; I was disappointed with my own personal pair which I sold three days after purchasing them. The cushioning on the shoes was great but there was no way I could play in them. They were very narrow and the flywire cables made…
Nike Moscow continues the company’s commitment to transform sport retail through digitally connected experiences. Source: Nike News – First Look: Inside Nike Moscow I won’t drop a bunch of articles in here that discuss omni/multi channel as they relate to the sale of sportswear. Although I did just write a discussion on Finish Line, that’s…
Nike Inc. admitted that some of its sneakers sold in China were inaccurately marketed, after state television accused the company of making false claims in a high-profile broadcast. Source: Nike Apologizes for Selling Sneakers in China Without ‘Air’ Liza Lin and Sara Germano are reporting via the Wall Street Journal on a CCTV broadcast that…
Recently, JCPenney announced that it is featuring designated Nike shops within more than 600 of its stores. These 500 square feet areas will be located within the men’s section as it looks to bolster its active wear offerings. These small stores ensure that Nike stands out in mass retailing. Source: Nike To Benefit From Opening…
The brand’s Chinese New Year collection coincides with the opening of Chengdu space, as well as a new door in Taipei. Source: Nike News – Jordan Brand Opens Largest Jordan-only Store in Asia in Chengdu To make sure I preface this discussion I have to share two links. Why ‘Adidas CEO to reshape Reebok’, is…
Nine designs in 2016 that underscore the company’s commitment to furthering human potential. (LunarEpic Flyknit) Source: Nike News – The Year in Nike Innovation Honestly I attempt to post a balance of news on this site. I make an effort on a daily basis to check the news feeds of every brand I can think…
December 20th Nike held it’s Fiscal Year 1Q 2017 conference call and report and as I’ve been discussing for a few years when I began seeing the disappearance of mom and pop accounts, they pushed off the worst year on the stock market they’ve ever had by leaning heavily on their path to DTC. Their conference…
Yesterday Nike held it’s Fiscal Year 1Q 2017 conference call and report and as I’ve been discussing for a few years when I began seeing the disappearance of mom and pop accounts, they pushed off the worst year on the stock market they’ve ever had by leaning heavily on their path to DTC. Their conference…
Yesterday Nike held it’s Fiscal Year 1Q 2017 conference call and report and as I’ve been discussing for a few years when I began seeing the disappearance of mom and pop accounts, they pushed off the worst year on the stock market they’ve ever had by leaning heavily on their path to DTC. Their conference…
Visit NikeInc.com for more information Source: Nike News – NIKE, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2017 First Quarter Results I won’t take a lot of time to write a lot on this, but this report is what Adidas and Under Armour didn’t want to hear today. Contrary to Wall Street’s projections, Nike actually outperformed expectations. Even with…
After a less-than-stellar 2016, the sportswear giant closes out the calendar year with an earnings report that exceeds analyst forecasts. photo NATALIE BEHRING | BLOOMBERG Source: Nike tops Wall Street revenue, profit estimates – Portland Business Journal I’ve taken a lot of time with my co-owner in AHN (ARCH x Housakicks Network) to make the sneakerhead…
Source: The Trouble With Nike’s Futures The source link is probably the most concise analysis of why Nike’s Stocks have dropped this past year. Matthew Kish also gives a Bear vs Bull analysis with support from one of Nike’s most loyal analysts who sees Nike going up to 100/share, which he downgraded to around 75/share….
Source: Adidas’ CEO unleashed a major criticism of Nike’s self-lacing sneakers In this quick report on Yahoo, Kasper Rorsted (adidas CEO) states that the shoe is not a “save the world” product. The problem is Nike isn’t attempting to save the world with this product. Nike is flexing its tech muscle. As the intersection of…
