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Kontoor Brands, Inc. reports developments for a lifestyle apparel portfolio built around Wrangler, Lee and Helly Hansen. Company news centers on operating and financial results, regular cash dividends, capital-structure updates and governance matters, as well as product collaborations and capsule collections that extend its denim, outdoor, workwear, footwear and accessory categories.
Updates also cover leadership responsibilities across finance, operations, brand management and investor relations. The company sells through wholesale and direct-to-consumer channels in the United States and international regions, and its news reflects the commercial activity of its Wrangler, Lee and Helly Hansen segments.
Kontoor Brands (NYSE: KTB) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly cash dividend of $0.53 per share on its common stock. The dividend is payable on September 18, 2026, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on September 8, 2026.
Kontoor Brands (NYSE: KTB) announced that Tom Waldron has been elected to its Board of Directors, effective immediately. The company also increased the size of its Board from six to seven directors.
According to Kontoor Brands, Waldron, 58, previously served as Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, leading the Wrangler and Lee brands globally and overseeing supply chain, product development and innovation. He earlier held senior leadership roles including EVP, Co-Chief Operating Officer and Global Brand President of Wrangler at Kontoor and VF Corporation. Waldron currently serves on the board of The LYCRA Company and holds a bachelor’s degree in Management from the University of North Carolina at Greensboro.
Kontoor Brands (NYSE: KTB) will release its second quarter 2026 financial results on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, at approximately 6:50 a.m. ET. Management will host a live earnings conference call at 8:30 a.m. ET, accessible via a webcast at kontoorbrands.com/investors, with an archived replay available later at the same site.
Kontoor Brands' Lee (NYSE:KTB) has launched Lee LQD Denim, a new women’s collection in the US and Europe. The line uses premium, ultra-soft fabric designed to drape fluidly and provide a clean, modern silhouette. Styles include wide leg jeans, skirts and jumpsuits, with pants and skirts in sizes 24–36 and dresses/jumpsuits in XS–XL, priced around $69–$128 and sold on Lee’s own channels plus select retailers including Free People, Nordstrom and Zalando.
Kontoor Brands (NYSE:KTB), through its Wrangler brand, launched Toughlite, a next-generation denim for the iconic Cowboy Cut® jeans. Toughlite is made from a 99% cotton, 1% elastane blend and is engineered to be up to 20% lighter than traditional 14.75 oz denim while maintaining durability.
The collection offers enhanced airflow, flexibility, and zero break-in comfort, debuting in the 13MWZ Original Fit and 936 Slim Fit Cowboy Cut® in four classic washes. Toughlite jeans are available from July 9 for $69.99 on Wrangler.com and select retailers.
Wrangler, a brand of Kontoor Brands (NYSE:KTB), is expanding its presence in country music with major U.S. festival activations in summer 2026.
The brand sponsors events like CMA Fest, Braves Country Fest, Under The Big Sky, and the Bulls, Bands, and Barrels tour, offering immersive fan experiences.
Wrangler (NYSE:KTB) and Coors Banquet announced a second co-branded apparel collection timed for summer festival season. The Coors Banquet x Wrangler Collection features 23 men’s and women’s pieces, including shorts, shirts, vests, outerwear and caps, with beer-inspired denim washes, Western details and music-focused styling.
Wrangler (NYSE:KTB) and Coors Banquet launch their third collaboration with country artist Chase Rice, unveiling the limited-edition “Beer Chords” jeans printed with chords from his new single “Connie Lou” using beer-infused ink.
The 32-piece collection, including only 250 “Beer Chords” pairs, drops May 28 and June 4 on shop.coors.com, supported by the “Start Your Legacy” campaign and a “Connie Lou” cover contest.
Authentic Brands Group signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Lee denim brand from Kontoor Brands (NYSE:KTB). Lee generates about $1.5 billion in annual retail-equivalent sales across 73 countries, with nearly 40% outside the US and Canada.
Authentic plans to shift Lee to a licensing model, using its network of over 1,700 partners to support and expand the brand. The deal is subject to closing conditions, including regulatory approval, and is expected to close in the second half of 2026.
Kontoor Brands (NYSE:KTB) agreed to sell its Lee business to Authentic Brands Group for up to $1 billion, including an initial $750 million and a $250 million performance-based earnout.
The deal, expected to close in the second half of 2026, aims to streamline Kontoor’s portfolio, sharpen focus on Wrangler and Helly Hansen, and increase capital allocation flexibility for share repurchases, debt reduction and organic growth.