How to Invest in Nike Stock from India: A Complete Guide

In 1964, nobody ever thought that a track coach from Oregon and his student could set up a company that, in the coming years, would become the largest footwear company in the world in terms of market valuation. We are talking about Nike, Inc. Taking its name from the Greek goddess of victory, Nike started as a distributor for the Japanese shoemaker Onitsuka Tiger (now ASICS) and sold shoes out of Knight’s car at track meets.

Fast forward to today; Nike is a global powerhouse, selling 26 pairs of shoes every second. With a brand this successful, wouldn’t it be exciting to own a share of the company?

If your focus is on potential profits, Nike’s 15-year return as of September 2025 stood at 320.98%. That means if you had bought 30 shares priced around $15.95, or ₹30,624 (one USD was around ₹64 fifteen years ago), your total profit could have been ₹1,50,901.50 today, at the current USD–INR rate of ₹87.

Every time you lace up a pair of Nikes, you are stepping into more than just sneakers; you are stepping into a $46 billion empire. But how can you invest in Nike stock from India? Platforms like Vested allow fractional ownership of Nike shares starting at just $1, making it easy to own even a small part of this iconic brand.

About Nike, Inc.

Imagine a company that once experimented with a waffle iron to create a new kind of shoe sole that improved grip and cushioning, which later turned into one of the most iconic innovations in sports footwear. That’s how Nike began, transforming creativity into a global phenomenon. Founded on January 25, 1964, as Blue Ribbon Sports by track coach Bill Bowerman and his student Phil Knight, the company eventually rebranded as Nike in 1971. A year later, it launched its first self-designed shoe, the Nike Cortez, for the Olympics. 

The breakthrough for Nike came in the late 1970s and early 1980s when it started spending heavily on marketing. In 1984, Nike made Michael Jordan the face of its brand and introduced the ‘Air Jordan’ line. In 1988, the company launched a campaign under the name ‘Just Do It,’ which cemented Nike’s position in the footwear industry.

Fun Fact: When Nike went public in 1980, the IPO price was just $0.13 per share. Today, one share costs more than a pair of Air Jordans on the New York Stock Exchange.

Over the years, the company has announced multiple stock splits to ensure that shares remain affordable and there is sufficient liquidity on the exchange. Moving on to the company’s financials, here is a brief overview.

• Nike reported a gross profit of USD 19.79 billion in 2025, down 15.64% compared to 2024.
• The net income after accounting for extraordinary items and discontinued business operations stood at $3,219 million in 2025, compared to $5,700 million in 2024.
• As of 2025, Nike has 1487.60 diluted weighted average outstanding shares.

In FY26, Nike is refocusing on athlete-centric innovation and is set to launch refreshed designs for the Pegasus 41 and Air Max DN. Nike faces tough competition from listed companies such as Deckers Outdoor Corp, On Holdings, Lululemon Athletica, Skechers, and Under Armour.

Steps to Invest in Nike Stocks

You have the following two options to invest in Nike shares.

Direct Investment 

You can directly purchase single or multiple shares of Nike. As of September 2025, Nike is trading at over $65, which translates to around ₹5,655, assuming one dollar equals ₹87. In this case, if you do not want to pay the hefty price, Vested allows you to have fractional ownership in a Nike share by investing just $1.

Indirect Investment 

If you prefer diversification at a low cost instead of concentrating your holdings in Nike, turn to mutual funds or exchange-traded funds that have Nike in their portfolio. With Vested, you can access both these investment options.

Can Indians Invest in Nike Stocks?

The Reserve Bank of India introduced the Liberalised Remittance Scheme in February 2004, which defines the threshold limit on the maximum amount that can be remitted to the United States for investment, education, travel, and gift purposes. As of September 2025, LRS has capped remittances at $250,000 in any given financial year.

Another rule states that, as an Indian resident, you can invest in listed US stocks only through an international brokerage platform or an Indian broker that is partnered with US firms.

If you wish to proceed with the latter, Vested is your one-stop solution. To start investing with Vested, complete the KYC formalities, link your Indian bank account to the platform, fund it with Indian rupees, which will automatically be converted into US dollars, and that’s it; you can start investing now.

How to Buy Nike Stock on Vested (Step-by-Step)

Here is how you can invest in Nike shares from India:

• Step 1: Download the Vested App from the Google Play Store or Apple App Store, depending on your device. You can also sign up directly on the website.
• Step 2: Enter your KYC details and upload scanned copies of the supporting documents.
• Step 3: Link your Indian bank account to the Vested app and fund the same in Indian rupees. The platform will automatically convert your deposits into USD as per the RBI’s LRS rules.
• Step 4: Tap on the search bar and type ‘Adobe’ to view stock details.
• Step 5: Scroll down the screen, tap on the ‘Buy’ option, and enter the amount. Since Vested allows fractional ownership, you can enter any amount you wish to invest.
• Step 6: Confirm your order.
• Step 7: Re-login, and the details of your investment will appear at the top.

How to Sell Adobe Stock

You can sell Nike shares by following the four simple steps outlined below:

• Step 1: Open the Vested App on your smartphone and log in using your credentials.
• Step 2: Go to your portfolio and tap on ‘Nike.’
• Step 3: Enter the number of shares you want to sell. Alternatively, enter the amount in USD you want to withdraw from the profit of your Nike holdings.
• Step 4: Click ‘Confirm,’ and the transaction will appear in your Vested dashboard within a few seconds.

Note: With Vested, you can either choose to keep the redemption amount in the portal and use it for future investments, or you can opt for withdrawal, which can take up to two days to reflect in your Indian bank account. 

5 Things to Know Before Investing in Nike Stocks

Before you invest in a Nike share, know the following rules:

• Capital Gains: The profit you earn by selling Nike shares attracts long-term capital gains tax of 12.5%, provided that the sale is made after 24 months from the date of acquisition and the profit is over ₹1.25 lakh. If sold before 24 months, gains are taxed as per your income tax slab.
• Taxation on Dividends: If Nike declares a dividend, any amount paid to you will be credited to your account after deducting 25% withholding tax. However, you can claim the same at the time of filing your tax returns using Form 67 under the provisions of the India-US Double Taxation Avoidance Agreement (DTAA).
• Tax Collection at Source: If, in the financial year, total remittance exceeds ₹10 lakh, a TCS of 10% is applied. But again, it is refundable at the time of filing ITR using Form 12BAA.
• Mandatory Disclosure: Regardless of which US-listed stock you hold, whether it has delivered profit or not, you must disclose it under Schedule FA (Foreign Assets) while filing ITR. Not only this, if your total income from foreign investments exceeds ₹50 lakh, disclosure under Schedule AL (Assets and Liabilities) is mandatory to avoid penalty.
• Currency Conversion: According to Rule 115 of the Income Tax Act, you must convert your foreign earnings in US dollars to Indian rupees using the State Bank of India Telegraphic Transfer rate on the last day of the month preceding the month in which it is received.

Conclusion 

If you are planning to invest in your favorite footwear, Vested is the best place to start. With a minimum investment requirement of just $1, you can have fractional ownership, regardless of the current Nike share price. Not only this, if you are in need of funds, you can withdraw your holdings with just a few clicks, and the money will be credited to your Indian bank account within a few days.