Truist Financial Analysts Cut NIKE Price Target to $57

The footwear giant's stock price falls 14% after the downgrade

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:38pm

Truist Financial analysts have lowered their price target on NIKE (NYSE:NKE) shares from $69 to $57, citing concerns about the company's performance. The analysts maintained a 'buy' rating on the stock, but the price target cut represents a potential upside of just 25.61% from NIKE's previous closing price. The downgrade comes as NIKE's stock price fell 14.1% on Wednesday to $45.38 per share.

Why it matters

NIKE is one of the world's most recognizable and influential brands, so any changes to its financial outlook can have ripple effects across the athletic apparel and footwear industry. The price target cut by Truist Financial suggests analysts see near-term challenges for the company, which could impact its ability to maintain its premium pricing and market share.

The details

In their research note, the Truist Financial analysts cited a number of factors behind the NIKE price target reduction, including weaker-than-expected sales and earnings performance. The analysts also noted concerns about NIKE's ability to navigate macroeconomic headwinds such as inflation and supply chain disruptions. Despite the downgrade, Truist Financial maintained a 'buy' rating on NIKE, indicating they still see long-term growth potential for the brand.

  • NIKE reported its latest quarterly earnings on March 31, 2026.

The players

NIKE

A global designer, marketer and distributor of athletic footwear, apparel, equipment and accessories, headquartered near Beaverton, Oregon.

Truist Financial

A major U.S. financial services company that provides banking, investing, and mortgage products and services.

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What’s next

Investors will be closely watching NIKE's next quarterly earnings report to see if the company can address the concerns raised by Truist Financial and regain investor confidence.

The takeaway

The NIKE price target cut by Truist Financial highlights the challenges facing even the most iconic brands as they navigate a volatile economic environment. While the analysts still see long-term growth potential, the near-term outlook appears more uncertain, which could impact NIKE's stock performance in the coming months.