Wide-Moat Nike’s Powerful Brand and Digital Strategy Allowing It to Overcome Market Turmoil

We view Nike as the leader of the athletic apparel market and believe it will overcome current challenges despite near-term inventory and economic issues. Our wide moat rating on the company is based on its intangible brand asset, as we believe it will maintain premium pricing and generate economic profits for at least 20 years. Nike, the largest athletic footwear brand in all major categories and in all major markets, dominates categories like running and basketball with popular shoe styles. While it does face significant competition, we believe it has proven over a long period that it can maintain share and pricing.