Nike is struggling. It’s shaking up its CEO | CNN Business

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Nike, struggling from rising competition and its own strategy mistakes, is making a major shakeup.

The athletic giant announced Thursday that CEO John Donahoe will retire next month and will be replaced by Elliott Hill, a veteran former Nike executive.

Nike’s stock rose 9% during after-hours trading Thursday. Nike’s stock has dropped 24% so far this year.

Nike faces a consumer slowdown and tough competition from upstart running brands like Hoka and On. Customers are changing their behaviors, passing up discretionary purchases of expensive sneakers and athletic clothing for basics and

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