Number of Nike stores globally 2009-2020

As of May 31, 2020, Nike operated a total of 1,096 retail stores throughout the entire world, a slight decline from 1,152 in 2019. The number of Nike stores in the U.S. amounted to over 300 in that year.

Nike’s history

US-based Nike is the world leader in athletic footwear and apparel. The company, which is traded as NKE on the New York Stock Exchange, has acquired several footwear and apparel companies over its history such as Cole Haan, Bauer Hockey, Converse, Hurley International, Starter and Umbro. The Nike swoosh is one of the most recognized logos, as well as one of the most reputable athletic sponsors in the world. Despite a recent dip, Nike’s revenue has increased steadily year-on-year.

Nike versus Adidas

With both companies having instantly recognizable logos globally, Nike and Adidas are driving growth in the worldwide sportswear and athletic apparel markets. One can look at a number of indicators to see who is winning in the war of the retail giants. With a simple brand comparison of Nike and Adidas, it is clear that Nike is the current frontrunner, with a brand value of over 32 billion U.S. dollars in 2019. In comparison, Adidas was valued at almost 12 billion U.S. dollars. In the United States, Nike’s market share adds up to over three times that of Adidas.