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McCarthy stated that Nike has a "catalyst-rich" next 6 to 12 months, including lapping $2.5 billion from tariff inventory purge and Nike reset, with new sport offense products launching by spring 2027. These catalysts are expected to make investor conversations more constructive and drive stock interest as headwinds in EMEA and China subside, with margins recovering before top-line inflection. WATCH because the stock is currently depressed after a sell-off, but upcoming positive developments warrant close monitoring for potential entry points over the medium term. China headwinds could persist longer than expected, or the company may fail to execute on reengaging wholesale partners and innovating in performance products.

NATO and the US are increasing defense spending. McCarthy notes we are on a "wartime footing" regarding industrial supply chains. The government is actively seeking to expand the industrial base beyond just the prime contractors (Lockheed/Boeing) to smaller suppliers and new platforms (like Ignium). This signals a secular tailwind for the entire defense supply chain. LONG. Geopolitical tension ensures sustained government funding. Budget gridlock in Washington (though McCarthy downplays this).