Parent company
Who owns Nike, Inc., and which brands does it own?
Last verified 13 September 2026Last updated 13 September 2026
Animal welfare record
Nike announced in February 2025 that it would phase out animal testing, stating it has decided to stop using mice, rabbits, and other animals in product testing, citing advances in computer modeling and alternative methods. However, Nike has historically conducted animal testing since its founding in 1964 and previously tested shoes on animals including guinea pigs and chimpanzees. Nike continues to permit and use animal-derived materials (leather, wool, etc.) in its product lines, as documented in Nike's 2024 Animal Skins Policy, which lists permitted animal skins including cow, sheep, goat, and porcine leather.Company's own statement
Brands owned by Nike, Inc.
Sources
- Nike announced February 2025 phase-out of animal testing; historical animal testing practices; statement on synthetic alternativesCompany's own statement
Supports: Nike announced in February 2025 that it would phase out animal testing, stating it has decided to stop using mice, rabbits, and other animals in product testing, citing advances in computer modeling and alternative methods. However, Nike has historically conducted animal testing since its founding in 1964 and previously tested shoes on animals including guinea pigs and chimpanzees. Nike continues to permit and use animal-derived materials (leather, wool, etc.) in its product lines, as documented in Nike's 2024 Animal Skins Policy, which lists permitted animal skins including cow, sheep, goat, and porcine leather.
Dumb Runner · Accessed 13 September 2026
Supports: Converse is recorded as having Nike, Inc. as its parent since 2003.
Four Week MBA · Accessed 13 September 2026