Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB)

Kontoor Brands' stock price has fluctuated over the past six months, trading at $61.01 in early February 2026, with a market cap of $3.39 billion. The stock's price decreased by 19.14% in the past month and 28.93% over the last 12 months. Key events impacting the stock include the Q1 2025 earnings report, the Helly Hansen acquisition, the Q2 and Q3 2025 earnings reports, dividend declarations, and analyst expectations. Kontoor Brands reported strong first-quarter results, with revenue of $623 million and adjusted EPS of $1.20. The acquisition of Helly Hansen was expected to contribute significantly to revenue and earnings. Kontoor Brands reported strong second-quarter results, with revenue of $658 million and adjusted EPS of $1.21. The company's Board of Directors declared regular quarterly cash dividends of $0.52 per share in both Q1 and Q2 2025 and declared a quarterly dividend with a 2% increase in October 2025. Analysts projected Kontoor Brands' EPS to be $4.28, $5.73, and $6.49 in 2025, 2026, and 2027, respectively.

Kontoor Brands' business is typically affected by seasonal trends, with a higher proportion of net revenues and operating cash flows during the second half of the fiscal year, including key selling seasons such as back-to-school and holidays. Poor sales during this period could adversely affect the company's full-year operating results and lead to higher inventories.

Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) is a global lifestyle apparel company specializing in denim and lifestyle clothing, operating within the Consumer Goods sector. Its portfolio features brands like Wrangler, Lee, and Rock & Republic. In early 2025, Kontoor Brands acquired Helly Hansen to diversify its offerings. The company designs, manufactures, and distributes high-quality products through wholesale channels, a digital ecosystem, and branded brick-and-mortar locations.

Kontoor Brands, Inc. operates in over 70 countries, with approximately 80% of sales generated in the U.S. and 20% from international markets in 2024. Its distribution network spans over 50 countries and includes more than 7,000 retail points of sale. The acquisition of Helly Hansen enhances its international scale, particularly in Europe, non-U.S. Americas, and Asia Pacific.

Kontoor Brands emphasizes sustainability and ethical practices, aiming for 100% sustainable cotton and preferred chemistry by 2025. The acquisition of Helly Hansen was seen as a strategic move to diversify the company's portfolio. Goody Hair teamed up with Lee for a limited-edition accessories collection, and Wrangler collaborated with Cherry, boosting brand visibility.

Kontoor Brands, Inc. has a significant institutional ownership base, with 734 institutional owners and shareholders holding 69,724,171 shares as of January 28, 2026, accounting for 86.34% of the company. Major institutional shareholders include BlackRock, Inc., PNC Financial Services Group, Inc., Vanguard Group Inc., JPMorgan Chase & Co, and State Street Corp. As of February 2025, institutional investors held 45.26% of the company's stock, with Vanguard and JPMorgan being major stakeholders. Insider ownership was approximately 1.63% in February 2025.