Kontoor Brands Inc (KTB) Stock Up 6.6% and Still Undervalued -- GF Score: 82/100
On May 21, 2026, Kontoor Brands Inc (KTB) shares rose 6.6% today, closing at $69.38. The stock has experienced a 52-week range of $53.55 to $87.00, reflecting s
KTB - Kontoor Brands, Inc.
On May 21, 2026, Kontoor Brands Inc (KTB) shares rose 6.6% today, closing at $69.38. The stock has experienced a 52-week range of $53.55 to $87.00, reflecting s
The sale is initially for $750 million and includes $250 million in potential future payment based on the performance of Lee.
Kontoor Brands said on Thursday it had agreed to sell its Lee denim brand for up to $1 billion to Authentic Brands Group, as the apparel maker pushes to streamline its operations and focus investment on higher-growth brands such as Wrangler.
NEW YORK, May 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Authentic Brands Group (Authentic), a global brand and entertainment platform, today announced a definitive agreement to acquire Lee, one of the most recognized and enduring names in global denim, from Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB). As the owner of some of the most iconic and beloved sports, fashion, media and entertainment intellectual property in the world, Authentic sees Lee as a natural fit for its global platform.
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $KTB--Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) today announced it has signed a definitive agreement to sell the Lee® business to Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) for up to $1 billion, including an initial transaction value of $750 million and a $250 million earnout opportunity in future years based on the performance of Lee under Authentic's ownership. The transaction is subject to required regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions. “The Lee transaction is a d.
KTB eyes major growth potential in outdoor wear as Helly Hansen expands in the underpenetrated U.S. market with new technical apparel and footwear.
KTB explores a Lee sale as it ramps up investments in Wrangler and Helly Hansen to drive growth and margin expansion.
Kontoor Brands NYSE: KTB said it plans to divest its Lee brand, marking a major portfolio shift as the company seeks to focus resources on Wrangler and Helly Hansen following its first-quarter 2026 results.
KTB lifts its 2026 outlook after Q1 revenues jump 45%, driven by Helly Hansen growth and plans to divest Lee.
Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Kontoor Brands (KTB) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.06 per share, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.17 per share. This compares to earnings of $1.2 per share a year ago.
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $KTB--Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) today reported financial results for its first quarter ended April 4, 2026. “Our strong first quarter results reflect the power of our operating model combined with strong execution,” said Scott Baxter, President, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors. “Wrangler drove another quarter of broad-based growth and market share gains, and Helly Hansen delivered better-than-expected revenue and profitability.
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $KTB--Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.53 per share of its common stock. The cash dividend will be payable on June 18, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business June 8, 2026. About Kontoor Brands Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) is a portfolio of three of the world's most iconic lifestyle, outdoor and workwear brands: Wrangler®, Lee® and Helly Hansen®. Kon.
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Chaco and Wrangler® have created an eight-piece unisex collection built for adventure.
LNNGY, KTB and BSVN made it to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) income stocks list on April 17th, 2026.
TPL, LNNGY, KTB, RRBI and WLY have been added to the Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) List on April 17, 2026.
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $KTB--Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) today announced plans to release its first quarter 2026 financial results on Thursday, May 7, 2026, at approximately 6:50 a.m. ET. Following the news release, Kontoor management will host a conference call at approximately 8:30 a.m. ET to review results. The conference call will be broadcast live and accessible at kontoorbrands.com/investors. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, an archived version will be availabl.
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $KTB--Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB), today announced that Erinn Murphy will join Kontoor Brands as Vice President, Global Head of Finance and Operations, Helly Hansen and Corporate Investor Relations in early May. Murphy will take an international assignment in Oslo, Norway as a member of the Helly Hansen leadership team as well as oversee corporate investor relations. “We are thrilled to welcome Erinn Murphy to Kontoor Brands,” said Executive Vice President, Chi.
GREENSBORO, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)---- $KTB--Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB), today announced that Joseph Alkire will assume an expanded role on Kontoor's Executive Leadership Team, effective immediately. In addition to his responsibilities as Chief Financial Officer and Global Head of Operations, Alkire will assume global responsibilities for the Helly Hansen brand. “Joe has been my strategic partner since the early stages of the acquisition, leveraging our collective experience in the outdoor category.
Allspring Global Investments Holdings LLC raised its stake in shares of Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) by 7.3% during the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor owned 193,606 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional