Nike is an American multinational company, engaged in the design, development, manufacturing and global marketing and sales of footwear, clothing, equipment, accessories and services. The company is headquartered in downtown Portland, near beverton, Oregon. It is one of the world's largest suppliers of sports shoes and clothing, and a major sports equipment manufacturer, with revenues of more than $24.1 billion in fy2012 (as of May 31, 2012). As of 2012, it has more than 44000 employees worldwide. In 2014 alone, the value of the brand reached 19 billion US dollars, becoming the most valuable brand in the sports industry.

Founded on January 25, 1964 by bill Bowerman and Phil Knight, the company was then known as blue ribbon sports and officially renamed Nike on May 30, 1971. Inc.。 The company's name comes from Nike, the Greek goddess of victory. Nike sells its products under its own brand, as well as Nike Golf, Nike pro, Nike +, Air Jordan, Nike trailblazer, Air Force 1, nike dunk, air max, foamposite, Nike skateboard and talks including brand Jordan, Hurley international. Nike also owned ball hockey between 1995 and 2008 (later renamed Nike ball), and previously owned Cole Han and Umbro. In addition to producing sportswear and equipment, the company operates retail stores under the name of Niketown. Nike sponsors many high-profile athletes and sports teams around the world and has a highly recognized trademark with the "just do it" and Swoosh logo.