Considering investing in sports stocks? While the best sports stocks depend on your portfolio and investment goals, we've identified some sports stocks that are worth keeping an eye on in the athletics sector. Keep reading to learn more about sports stocks and how to start investing.
We round up a selection of stocks in or related to the athletics industry, weighting the list more heavily towards popular mid- and large-cap stocks.
| Best stock | 1-year return | Market cap | Exchange | Volume | Buy on Moomoo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Madison Square Garden Sports (MSGS.US) | 31.79% | $6.8 billion (USD) | NYSE | 269,220 | |
| Manchester United (MANU.US) | 2.62% | $2.9 billion (USD) | NYSE | 393,600 | |
| Nike (NKE.US) | -12.01% | $98.1 billion (USD) | NYSE | 15,777,300 | |
| DraftKings (DKNG.US) | -21.42% | $17.7 billion (USD) | NASDAQ | 28,015,000 | |
| Dick’s Sporting Goods (DKS.US) | -8.18% | $19.2 billion (USD) | NYSE | 900,952 | |
| Under Armour Inc A (UAA.US) | -32.32% | $2.4 billion (USD) | NYSE | 9,369,700 | |
| Fubotv Inc (FUBO.US) | (data unavailable) | $915.1 million (USD) | NYSE | (data unavailable) | |
| Amer Sports (AS.US) | 24.43% | $20.7 billion (USD) | NYSE | 2,886,500 |
The athletics industry is affected by a range of complex factors such as trade policies, regulations, and fluctuating supply and demand. So when considering sports stocks to buy, it's important that you have access to vital information about a company's financial health, leadership team, and market positioning.
Also keep in mind that, while volatility can be ideal for day traders, long-term investors will want to look for stocks to offer steadier gains over time.
A lot of factors go into picking the best sports stocks. Stock performance can be impacted by factors like market conditions, company decisions and global events. Plus, what may be a strong sports stock investment for one person might not be suitable for another.
That said, we rounded up this list of popular sports stocks in or related to the athletics industry to help narrow down your options:
Keep in mind that this is not a "best" list or a recommendation. It highlights some sports stocks for informational purposes only and does not indicate past or future performance or investment advice. We do not guarantee any investment performance.
We've outlined detailed company and stock performance details for each sports stock below. Keep reading to decide if any of these companies are the right investment for you.
Madison Square Garden Sports Corp. operates as a professional sports company in the United States. The company owns and operates a portfolio of assets that consists of the New York Knickerbockers of the National Basketball Association (NBA) and the New York Rangers of the National Hockey League.
| Closing stock price | $289.61 |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $6.8 billion |
| Gross profit (TTM) | $337.8 million |
| Profit margin | -2.31% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $1 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | -$0.99 |
| 52-week stock price range | $173.26 – $293.35 |
Manchester United plc, together with its subsidiaries, operates a professional sports team in the United Kingdom. The company is involved in marketing and sponsorship relationships with international and regional companies to commercialize its brand. It also markets and sells sports apparel, training and leisure wear, and other clothing; and other licensed products, such as coffee mugs and home accessories featuring the Manchester United brand and trademarks through Manchester United branded retail centers and e-commerce platforms, and through partners' wholesale distribution channels.
| Closing stock price | $16.82 |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $2.9 billion |
| Gross profit (TTM) | $545.7 million |
| Profit margin | -6.18% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $663.8 million |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | -$0.32 |
| 52-week stock price range | $12.05 – $19.65 |
NIKE, Inc. , together with its subsidiaries, designs, develops, markets, and sells athletic and casual footwear, apparel, equipment, accessories, and services for men, women, and kids in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, Greater China, the Asia Pacific, and Latin America. The company offers its products under the NIKE, Jordan, Jumpman, Converse, Chuck Taylor, All Star, One Star, Star Chevron, and Jack Purcell trademarks.
| Closing stock price | $64.38 |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $98.1 billion |
| Gross profit (TTM) | $19.1 billion |
| Profit margin | 5.43% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $46.5 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | $1.71 |
| 52-week stock price range | $51.33 – $80.53 |
DraftKings Inc. operates as a digital sports entertainment and gaming company in the United States and internationally. It provides online sports betting, daily fantasy sports, media, digital lottery courier, media, and other products, as well as retails sportsbooks.
| Closing stock price | $32.62 |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $17.7 billion |
| Gross profit (TTM) | $2.4 billion |
| Profit margin | -4.90% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $5.5 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | -$0.54 |
| 52-week stock price range | $26.23 – $53.61 |
DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. , together with its subsidiaries, operates as an omni-channel sporting goods retailer primarily in the United States. The company provides hardlines, including sporting goods equipment, fitness equipment, golf equipment, and fishing gear products; and apparel.
| Closing stock price | $215.32 |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $19.2 billion |
| Gross profit (TTM) | $5.3 billion |
| Profit margin | 6.86% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $14.9 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | $12.28 |
| 52-week stock price range | $163.49 – $248.74 |
Under Armour, Inc. , together with its subsidiaries, engages developing, marketing, and distributing performance apparel, footwear, and accessories for men, women, and youth. The company provides its apparel in compression, fitted, and loose fit types.
| Closing stock price | $5.78 |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $2.4 billion |
| Gross profit (TTM) | $2.4 billion |
| Profit margin | -1.74% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $5 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | -$0.21 |
| 52-week stock price range | $4.13 – $8.72 |
FuboTV Inc. operates as a live TV streaming company. It focuses on the provision of sports, news, and entertainment program.
| Market Capitalization | $915.1 million |
|---|---|
| Gross profit (TTM) | $298.1 million |
| Revenue (TTM) | $1.6 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | $0.32 |
| 52-week stock price range | $2.28 – $4.72 |
Amer Sports, Inc. designs, manufactures, markets, distributes, and sells sports equipment, apparel, footwear, and accessories in Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, Mainland China, Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan, and the Asia Pacific. It operates through three segments: Technical Apparel, Outdoor Performance, and Ball & Racquet Sports.
| Closing stock price | $37.03 |
|---|---|
| Market Capitalization | $20.7 billion |
| Gross profit (TTM) | $3.5 billion |
| Profit margin | 5.10% |
| Revenue (TTM) | $6.1 billion |
| Earnings per share (TTM) | $0.55 |
| 52-week stock price range | $20.21 – $42.36 |
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