CHNike, the world leader in sports apparel, has reported weaker-than-expected financial results for the past fiscal year, with revenue down 10% compared to 2024 and profits falling by 46%. The company attributes this decline to a failed strategy focusing too heavily on direct-to-consumer sales and online presence while neglecting traditional retail partnerships. Nike has also faced challenges in China, where consumers prefer local brands over American products. Despite these issues, the Swiss market appears more stable, with industry revenue reaching 2.1 billion Swiss francs last year, slightly below the peak of 2022 but still above pre-pandemic levels.
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