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Kontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. Exhibit 99.1 Kontoor Brands Board of Directors Elects Jamie Caulfield, Former PepsiCo, Inc. Chief Financial Officer and Michael Skipworth, President and Chief Executive Officer of Wingstop Inc. as New Directors Wednesday, September 23 –Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE: KTB) (the “Compa

Kontoor Brands, owner of Lee and Wrangler, added Jamie Caulfield and Michael Skipworth to its board, increasing its size to nine members. Caulfield, ex-CFO of PepsiCo, will serve on audit and governance committees, while Skipworth, CEO of Wingstop, joins audit and compensation committees.

Kontoor Brands acquired Helly Hansen for $900M in May 2025, expanding into outdoor and workwear. The deal boosted Kontoor's 2025 revenue 21% to $3.2B, improved margins, and generated $100M in cash. Kontoor's stock rose 35% post-acquisition, outperforming the S&P 500. The integration preserved Helly Hansen's brand and culture while driving growth.

Analysts updated ratings for Tilly’s (TLYS), Crown Holdings (CCK), and Kontoor Brands (KTB). Roth MKM maintained a Hold on TLYS with a $5.50 target. RBC Capital kept a Buy on CCK with a $135 target. J.P. Morgan maintained a Buy on KTB with a $105 target. Consensus ratings and targets vary for each company.

Kontoor Brands (KTB) presented a growth strategy for Helly Hansen, aiming for $1.1B revenue by 2030. Stock rose 1.4% premarket. KTB offers a 2.83% dividend yield, GF Value™ of $74.81, and GF Score™ of 81. Insiders sold $16.6M shares; 6 gurus hold KTB. The company targets improved margins and global expansion.

Kontoor Brands (KTB) outlined Helly Hansen's growth strategy and 2030 financial targets, aiming for $1.1B revenue (10% CAGR), mid- to high-50% gross margin, and mid-teens operating margin. The plan focuses on U.S. expansion, premium outdoor, and workwear scaling. KTB expects $500M+ cash generation by 2030, strengthening its earnings profile.

Kontoor Brands (KTB) reported that its VP and Chief Accounting Officer, Taylor Andrew Lyn, owns 3,878.467 shares of common stock, including restricted stock units, as of August 28, 2026. This filing marks his initial statement of beneficial ownership.

Kontoor Brands (KTB) appointed C.J. King, an Arc’teryx veteran, as GM of Helly Hansen’s North America sports business. Wells Fargo analysts see this as a boost for U.S. growth. Regent agreed to acquire LG H&H's stake in Avon North America, reuniting it with Avon International. The deal is expected to close soon. Academy Sports & Outdoors to launch 200 Ariat in-store shops this fall. Off-price retailers TJX and Burlington reported weak Q2 comp sales, while Ross saw 10% growth.

Kontoor Brands (KTB) reported Q2 2026 sales of $584.29M, up year-over-year, but lower net income. The company completed a $50M share buyback and promoted Joseph Alkire to President-CFO, overseeing key brands. Full-year guidance was updated, and the company projects $2.7B revenue and $393.2M earnings by 2029.

Kontoor Brands (KTB) reported Q2 2026 revenue of $584.3M, up 19%, driven by Helly Hansen's contribution and Wrangler's 2% growth. Adjusted EPS was $1.06, exceeding expectations. Wrangler's direct-to-consumer and female business grew 9% and 20%, respectively. Helly Hansen's revenue exceeded expectations. The company raised full-year revenue and EPS outlooks, with net debt at $1.1B. Management plans to focus on Wrangler and expand Helly Hansen globally.