Nike Scores Big with Germany's National Soccer Teams, Ending Adidas' 70-Year Legacy
Portfolio Pulse from Anusuya Lahiri
Nike Inc (NYSE:NKE) will become the official outfitter for all of Germany's national soccer teams starting in 2027, ending Adidas AG's (OTC:ADDDF) (OTC:ADDYY) 70-year legacy with the German Soccer Federation (DFB). The agreement, lasting until 2034, was influenced by Nike's financial offer and vision for promoting amateur sports and sustainable development. Adidas, facing challenges including a $1.3 billion sales hit from dropping the Yeezy brand, acknowledged the DFB's decision. The sports apparel market is expected to grow with upcoming major sports events. Nike's stock has risen 11% in the past six months, but traded lower by 7.12% at $93.64 in the last premarket check.
March 22, 2024 | 1:33 pm
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Adidas AG faces the end of a 70-year legacy with Germany's national soccer teams, potentially impacting its brand prestige and market position.
Losing the partnership with Germany's national soccer teams to Nike marks a significant shift for Adidas, potentially affecting its brand prestige and market position. This change comes at a time when Adidas is refocusing on sports after challenges, including a major sales hit from dropping the Yeezy brand.
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Nike Inc secures a major partnership with Germany's national soccer teams starting in 2027, potentially boosting its brand and market share in the sports apparel industry.
Securing the partnership with Germany's national soccer teams represents a significant branding and market share opportunity for Nike, especially in the European market. The deal could enhance Nike's visibility and sales, particularly with the upcoming major sports events like Euro 2024 and the Paris Olympics.
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Hennessy Stance ESG ETF, which may include Nike, could be affected by Nike's recent partnership announcement and stock movements.
Given that STNC is an ESG ETF that may include Nike, the recent announcement of Nike's partnership with Germany's soccer teams and its stock performance could have implications for STNC's performance and appeal to investors.
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SPDR Select Sector Fund – Consumer Discretionary, which includes Nike, may see an impact from Nike's new partnership and its recent stock performance.
As an ETF that includes Nike, XLY could be influenced by Nike's strategic moves and stock performance. The partnership with Germany's soccer teams and Nike's recent stock rise suggest potential positive impacts for XLY investors.
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