This Stock-Split Stock Is Beating Nike at Its Own Game

Core Insights - Long-term shareholders of Decker Brands have seen significant returns, with the stock posting a total return of 1,000% over the last 10 years, while Nike's stock is up only about 100% [2][7] Company Performance - Decker Brands reported a revenue growth of 22% year over year to $825 million in the last quarter, driven primarily by its Hoka brand, which saw a 29$545 million [4] - In contrast, Nike experienced a 10% decline in revenue year over year, generating over $11 billion in sales last quarter [4] - Decker Brands has an operating margin of 22.3$24.6 billion and trades at a forward price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of 30.4, which is considered high compared to the S&P 500's P/E of 30 [8] - Despite its growth, the high valuation may deter potential investors, as the sustainability of sales growth for its brands is uncertain [9]