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Kontoor Brands, Inc.
KTB · Consumer Discretionary
Last earnings Aug 12, 2026
Key results
Adjusted gross marginquarter
53.8 percent
Adjusted gross margin of 53.8 percent increased 710 basis points compared to prior year Reported operating income from continuing operations of $91 million.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
Adjusted operating incomequarter
$94 million
Adjusted operating income of $94 million increase d 19 percent compared to prior year Reported Diluted EPS from continuing operations of $1.03.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
Continuing Operations Review revenuequarter
$584 million
Second Quarter 2026 Income Statement from Continuing Operations Review Revenue was $584 million and increased 19 percent compared to prior year, including the contribution from the acquisition of Helly Hansen completed in the second quarter of 2025.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
Revenuequarter
$469 million
Wrangler brand global revenue was $469 million and increased 2 percent compared to prior year.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
revenue increased 1 percent, driven by a 9 percent increase in direct-to-consumer.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
Wrangler international revenuequarter
10 percent
Wrangler international revenue increased 10 percent compared to prior year, driven by a 31 percent increase in direct-to-consumer and a 7 percent increase in wholesale.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
Helly Hansen global revenue was $114 million.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
Workwear revenuequarter
$70 million
Sport and Workwear revenue was $70 million and $37 million, respectively.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
AI analysis
Q2 2026 · reported Aug 12, 2026
Based on: Earnings release + parent 8-K + 10-Q — transcript not held
The quarter in charts
Guidance ladder — revenue
Delivered vs the company's guided range
EX-99 · Aug 12, 2026 Guide as stated by the company; range and midpoint computed from the stated figure.
Segment mix
Business-unit revenue, as stated
Segment revenue figures as stated in the event record.
Headline figures
| Metric | Q2 2026 | Prior qtr | Year ago |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adjusted gross margin | 53.8 percent | — | — |
| Adjusted operating income | $94 million | — | — |
| Continuing Operations Review revenue | $584 million | — | — |
| Revenue | $469 million | — | — |
| Wrangler international revenue | 10 percent | — | — |
| Workwear revenue | $70 million | — | — |
Guidance · company-stated
Direction: Raised
“1 KONTOOR BRANDS REPORTS 2026 SECOND QUARTER RESULTS AND RAISES FULL YEAR OUTLOOK EXPECTS TO ENTER INTO A $400 MILLION ACCELERATED SHARE REPURCHASE AGREEMENT Second Quarter Highlights Revenue from continuing operations of $584 million increased 19 percent compared to prior year, driven by $114 million of Helly Hansen revenue, exceeding expectations, and 2 percent growth in Wrangler Reported gross margin from continuing operations of 56.”
“We are raising our full year outlook based on the strength we have seen in our year-to-date results, and our confidence and visibility as we enter the second half of the year.”
Classified from the release's primary full-year outlook statement.
Margin
Capital allocation
htm EX-99.1 Document Exhibit 99.1 KONTOOR BRANDS REPORTS 2026 SECOND QUARTER RESULTS AND RAISES FULL YEAR OUTLOOK EXPECTS TO ENTER INTO A $400 MILLION ACCELERATED SHARE REPURCHASE AGREEMENT Second Quarter Highlights Revenue from continuing operations of $584 million increased 19 percent compared to prior year, driven by $114 million of Helly Hansen revenue, exceeding expectations, and 2 percent growth in Wrangler Reported gross margin from continuing operations of 56.2 percent.
What changed vs last quarter
- Guide midpoint vs latest-quarter revenue -14.7% computed from stated figures
Event summary
Our second quarter results were driven by growth from Wrangler, a stronger-than-expected contribution from Helly Hansen and robust gross margin expansion, said Scott Baxter, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors
Based on: Earnings release + parent 8-K + 10-Q — transcript not held
Guidance & outlook
Direction: Raised
Revenue: “1 KONTOOR BRANDS REPORTS 2026 SECOND QUARTER RESULTS AND RAISES FULL YEAR OUTLOOK EXPECTS TO ENTER INTO A $400 MILLION ACCELERATED SHARE REPURCHASE AGREEMENT Second Quarter Highlights Revenue from continuing operations of $584 million increased 19 percent compared to prior year, driven by $114 million of Helly Hansen revenue, exceeding expectations, and 2 percent growth in Wrangler Reported gross margin from continuing operations of 56.”
Revenue — Raised (“RAISES”)
“1 KONTOOR BRANDS REPORTS 2026 SECOND QUARTER RESULTS AND RAISES FULL YEAR OUTLOOK EXPECTS TO ENTER INTO A $400 MILLION ACCELERATED SHARE REPURCHASE AGREEMENT Second Quarter Highlights Revenue from continuing operations of $584 million increased 19 percent compared to prior year, driven by $114 million of Helly Hansen revenue, exceeding expectations, and 2 percent growth in Wrangler Reported gross margin from continuing operations of 56.”
Company outlook — Raised (“raising”)
“We are raising our full year outlook based on the strength we have seen in our year-to-date results, and our confidence and visibility as we enter the second half of the year.”
Classified from the release's primary full-year outlook statement.
Capital allocation
htm EX-99.1 Document Exhibit 99.1 KONTOOR BRANDS REPORTS 2026 SECOND QUARTER RESULTS AND RAISES FULL YEAR OUTLOOK EXPECTS TO ENTER INTO A $400 MILLION ACCELERATED SHARE REPURCHASE AGREEMENT Second Quarter Highlights Revenue from continuing operations of $584 million increased 19 percent compared to prior year, driven by $114 million of Helly Hansen revenue, exceeding expectations, and 2 percent growth in Wrangler Reported gross margin from continuing operations of 56.2 percent.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
With the Lee divestiture on track to close in the fourth quarter, w e intend to deploy $400 million of the expected proceeds into an Accelerated Share Repurchase agreement based on the confidence we have in our long-term strategy and value creation potential.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
As previously announced, the Company s Board of Directors declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.53 per share, payable on September 18, 2026, to shareholders of record at the close of business on September 8, 2026.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
The Company returned $80 million to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases during the second quarter, including the repurchase of $50 million of common stock at an average price per share of $74.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
Year-to-date, the Company repurchased $75 million of common stock at an average price per share of $75.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
At the end of the quarter, the Company had $700 million remaining under its existing share repurchase authorization.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
Strategy & priorities
Our second quarter results were driven by growth from Wrangler, a stronger-than-expected contribution from Helly Hansen and robust gross margin expansion, said Scott Baxter, Chief Executive Officer and Chairman of the Board of Directors.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
With the Lee divestiture on track to close in the fourth quarter, w e intend to deploy $400 million of the expected proceeds into an Accelerated Share Repurchase agreement based on the confidence we have in our long-term strategy and value creation potential.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
Kontoor Brands is a purpose-led organization focused on leveraging its global platform, strategic sourcing model and best-in-class supply chain to drive brand growth and deliver long-term value for its stakeholders.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
NOTE 2 ASSETS HELD-FOR-SALE AND DISCONTINUED OPERATIONS The Company continuously assesses the composition of its portfolio to ensure it is aligned with its strategic objectives and positioned to maximize growth and returns to shareholders.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — 10-Q Quarterly report10-QAug 12, 2026
Additionally, the planned sale represents a strategic shift that will have a major effect on the Company's operations and financial results.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — 10-Q Quarterly report10-QAug 12, 2026
Risks & headwinds
Tariff Update Following the U.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
Supreme Court s ruling that the International Emergency Economic Powers Act ( IEEPA ) does not authorize tariffs, the U.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
During the first quarter of 2026, the Company recognized a net receivable of $54 million based on the probability of the recovery of IEEPA tariffs previously paid.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
Court of International Trade ruled that Section 122 tariffs were also invalid and these tariffs expired on July 24, 2026.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
The Company's year-to-date financial results include the previously paid and expensed tariffs under Section 122.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
The Company has not recorded a receivable related to Section 122 tariffs and continues to monitor ongoing litigation related to the potential recovery of these tariffs.
SEC original ↗Kontoor Brands, Inc. — Earnings release (8-K exhibit)EX-99Aug 12, 2026
Competitors
Competitors & peers
Same GICS sector — classification peers, not declared competitors
Filings
30 documents- Q3 2026
- 8-KKTB
Oct 22, 2026
- Q2 2026
- 8-KKTB
Sep 24, 2026
- 8-KKTB
Sep 2, 2026
- 8-KKTB
Aug 12, 2026
- 8-KKTB
Aug 12, 2026
- 10-QKTB
Aug 12, 2026
- 8-KKTB
Aug 5, 2026
- 8-KKTB
Jul 24, 2026
- 8-K/AKTB
Jul 24, 2026
- 8-K/AKTB
Jul 24, 2026
- Q1 2026
- 8-KKTB
Jun 15, 2026
- 8-KKTB
May 21, 2026
- 10-QKTB
May 14, 2026
- 8-KKTB
May 7, 2026
- 8-KKTB
Apr 24, 2026
- Q4 2025
- 10-KKTB
Mar 4, 2026
- 8-KKTB
Mar 3, 2026
- 8-KKTB
Feb 13, 2026
- Q3 2025
- 8-KKTB
Nov 3, 2025
- 10-QKTB
Nov 3, 2025
- 8-KKTB
Oct 24, 2025
- Q2 2025
- 8-KKTB
Sep 26, 2025
- 8-KKTB
Sep 5, 2025
- 8-K/AKTB
Aug 14, 2025
- 8-KKTB
Aug 7, 2025
- 10-QKTB
Aug 7, 2025
- 8-KKTB
Jul 29, 2025
- 8-KKTB
Jul 25, 2025
- Q1 2025
- 8-KKTB
Jun 2, 2025
- 10-QKTB
May 6, 2025
Earnings releases
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