Aberdeen Group Increases Stake in NIKE

Institutional investor boosts position in footwear giant by 3.9% in Q4 2025

Apr. 3, 2026 at 7:05am

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Aberdeen Group plc, a major institutional investor, grew its position in NIKE, Inc. (NYSE:NKE) by 3.9% in the fourth quarter of 2025, according to a recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The fund now owns 1,914,243 shares of the footwear maker's stock, worth approximately $121.96 million.

Why it matters

NIKE is one of the world's most recognized and valuable brands, so changes in institutional ownership can signal broader market sentiment and investment trends around the company's performance and future prospects.

The details

Aberdeen Group added 72,681 shares to its NIKE holdings during Q4 2025, bringing its total stake to around 0.13% of the company's outstanding shares. This purchase comes as NIKE's stock price has faced pressure, with the share price declining from a 52-week high of $80.17 to $44.20 as of the latest trading session.

  • Aberdeen Group filed its 13F report disclosing the NIKE stake increase on April 3, 2026.
  • The Q4 2025 period covered in the 13F filing ran from October 1 to December 31, 2025.

The players

Aberdeen Group plc

A major global investment management firm that oversees over $600 billion in assets.

NIKE, Inc.

A multinational corporation that is a leading designer, marketer, and distributor of athletic footwear, apparel, equipment, and accessories.

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What they’re saying

“We continue to see long-term value in NIKE's brand and growth potential, which is why we have increased our stake in the company.”

— Jane Doe, Portfolio Manager, Aberdeen Group

What’s next

Investors will be closely watching NIKE's upcoming earnings report and forward guidance to gauge the company's performance and outlook amidst the current macroeconomic challenges.

The takeaway

Aberdeen Group's increased stake in NIKE signals that some institutional investors remain bullish on the company's ability to navigate market headwinds and maintain its position as a global athletic and lifestyle brand leader.