Midday Markets: Stocks Slip; Nike Plunges to 2014 Low; Meta Agrees Child-Safety Changes

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Stocks fall midday as Nike hits a 2014 low; Meta agrees to child-safety changes. Market update and analysis from CNBC.

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Nike sank to levels not seen since 2014 while stocks slid midday, a stark reminder that iconic brands are not immune to earnings and demand problems. The clip pairs that visual with Meta's child-safety headlines, but the market reaction centers on Nike: average revenue is down 3.1% year-over-year and average net income down 11.5%, so the drop is rooted in fundamentals, not just headline-driven panic. For long-term investors, this is a cue to re-examine assumptions about brand strength translating to steady profits.