Key Takeaways Nike stock outperformed the market, rising 5% in intraday trading Monday after Jefferies analysts recommended buying "aggressively."The analysts said Nike shares could add more than 40% in value.

Shares of Nike advanced about 5%, one of the best performers in the S&P 500 Monday, after Jefferies raised its recommendation on the stock to buy from hold. The investment bank cited Nike Chief Executive Elliott Hill's strategy to reposition the sportswear brand after years of missteps.

Nike stock gained 2.2% to $78.18 in premarket trading Monday. Over the last 12 months, shares have fallen 27%. The Jefferies team anticipates a recovery in margin and earnings per