Nike’s struggles continue, but turnaround plan may be working

By KIM BHASIN Nike’s efforts to reinvigorate its business are showing some results despite continued challenges in China and with its ailing Converse brand. Sales rose 1% in Nike’s most recent quarter, which ended Nov. 30, propped up by strong performance in North America, the company said Thursday. Still, income fell 32%, weighed down by woes in mainland China, Hong Kong and Taiwan, where revenue fell 17%. Broadly, Nike is trying to recover after a series of missteps led to a lengthy sales...