M&A
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materiality 0.90
Kontoor Brands to Sell Lee Business to Authentic Brands Group Affiliate
Kontoor Brands, Inc.
- Entered Stock Purchase Agreement on May 20, 2026 to sell all Lee shares to ABG-Storm LLC, an affiliate of Authentic Brands Group.
- Lee business reported as held-for-sale and discontinued operations in Q1 2026 financials.
- Sale represents a strategic shift with major effect on operations and financial results.
- Company furnishes unaudited supplemental financial information recast for discontinued operations.