KTB
Kontoor Brands, Inc. · Consumer Discretionary · Apparel Manufacturing
Last
$77.29
+$4.97 (+6.87%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours $77.29 $0.00 (0.00%) 3:43 AM ET
Prev close $72.32
Open $73.94
Day high $77.61
Day low $73.80
Volume 677,434
Avg vol 768,548
Mkt cap
$4.27B
P/E ratio
19.08
FY Revenue
$3.15B
EPS
4.05
Gross Margin
45.15%
Sector
Consumer Discretionary
AI report sections
KTB
Kontoor Brands, Inc.
Kontoor Brands shows constructive short- to medium-term price momentum, with the stock trading well above key moving averages and near the upper half of its 52-week range. Fundamentally, the company combines double-digit revenue growth, solid profitability, and strong free cash flow generation with elevated leverage and a notable decline in cash balances. Valuation appears moderate relative to earnings and free cash flow, while meaningful short interest and a high short-volume ratio indicate an active backdrop of both positive and skeptical positioning.
AI summarized at 11:33 AM ET, 2026-04-18
AI summary scores
INTRADAY: 74 SWING: 78 LONG: 72
Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+72% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.72×
RSI
55.80 (Neutral)
Neutral (40–60)
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.01 (Strong)
MACD: 0.03 Signal: 0.02
Short-Term
+0.26 (Strong)
MACD: 1.11 Signal: 0.85
Long-Term
+0.18 (Strong)
MACD: 2.06 Signal: 1.89
Intraday trend score 91.80

Latest news

KTB 12 articles Positive: 5 Neutral: 1 Negative: 0
Positive Benzinga • Business Wire
Two American Originals Unite: Dr. Scholl's Shoes and Wrangler® Debut Limited-Edition Capsule Collection

Dr. Scholl's Shoes (Caleres) and Wrangler (Kontoor Brands) have launched a limited-edition collaborative capsule collection featuring five reimagined Dr. Scholl's shoe silhouettes and a denim jacket with Western-inspired design elements. The collection, available starting March 24, combines Dr. Scholl's comfort heritage with Wrangler's Western aesthetic, with shoe prices ranging from $80-$200 and the jacket retailing at $149.99.

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Sentiment note

The collaboration extends Wrangler's brand reach beyond traditional denim into the footwear market through a partnership with an iconic heritage brand. This cross-category partnership capitalizes on the trend of head-to-toe coordinated looks and positions Wrangler as a lifestyle brand, potentially attracting new customer segments.

Positive The Motley Fool • Jeremy Bowman
Why Kontoor Brands Stock Popped Today

Kontoor Brands stock surged 18.99% after reporting better-than-expected Q4 2025 results. The company beat revenue estimates at $1.02 billion (46% growth) and adjusted EPS at $1.73, driven by strong Wrangler performance and the Helly Hansen acquisition. 2026 guidance also exceeded expectations with projected revenue of $3.4-3.45 billion and adjusted EPS of $6.40-6.50.

KTB VFC Q4 earnings revenue beat Wrangler Helly Hansen acquisition forward P/E valuation 2026 guidance
Sentiment note

Strong Q4 earnings beat on both revenue and EPS, impressive 2026 guidance exceeding consensus expectations, successful Helly Hansen integration, Wrangler brand delivering 12% revenue growth, and attractive forward P/E of 12 suggest solid growth trajectory and market confidence.

Positive The Motley Fool • Collin Brantmeyer
My 3 Favorite Stocks to Buy Right Now

Despite challenging market conditions in 2025, three fashion stocks - Crocs, Kontoor Brands, and Lululemon - show potential for recovery due to strong brand fundamentals, strategic share buybacks, and attractive valuations.

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Sentiment note

Strong revenue growth, successful Helly Hansen acquisition, consistent dividend payments, and low forward earnings multiple indicate robust financial health

Positive Benzinga • Shivani Kumaresan
Wrangler & Lee Parent Kontoor Brands Snaps Up Helly Hansen For $900M: Details

Kontoor Brands, the parent company of Wrangler and Lee, has announced the acquisition of outdoor and workwear brand Helly Hansen for $900 million. The deal is expected to enhance Kontoor's revenue, earnings, and cash flow, as well as expand its global footprint.

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Sentiment note

The acquisition of Helly Hansen is expected to strengthen Kontoor's growth strategy, broaden its footprint in the outdoor and workwear sectors, and drive revenue and profit increases.

Neutral Benzinga • Zacks, Benzinga Contributor
Guess? Lags on Q2 Earnings, Cuts FY25 View on Consumer Slowdown

Guess? Inc. reported mixed Q2 FY25 results, with revenue growth but earnings decline. The company lowered its FY25 outlook due to a weaker consumer environment. Guess? is managing costs and supporting growth through investments, while the rag & bone acquisition contributed positively.

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Sentiment note

Kontoor Brands is mentioned as a better-performing peer company, but no specific details are provided about its performance.

Positive Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Kontoor Brands (KTB) Beats Q2 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

Kontoor Brands reported better-than-expected Q2 earnings and revenues, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate. The company's performance was driven by strong demand for its Wrangler and Lee apparel brands. However, the stock has underperformed the S&P 500 so far this year.

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Sentiment note

Kontoor Brands reported better-than-expected Q2 earnings and revenues, indicating strong performance and demand for its apparel brands.

Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Here's Why HanesBrands (HBI) Appears Promising Despite Hurdles

HanesBrands (HBI) gains from a focus on enhancing operating and financial models. HanesBrands' reignite Innerwear strategy also continues to gain traction.

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Spectrum Brands' (SPB) Focus on Growth Endeavors Aids Momentum

Spectrum Brands (SPB) stays on the growth track, thanks to its long-term investments through the four core pillars and GPIP amid soft demand trends in the HPC business.

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Strategic Moves Aid Columbia Sportswear (COLM) Despite Obstacles

Columbia Sportswear's (COLM) focus on key strategies and its multi-year profit improvement program aid amid a tough operating landscape in North America and high SG&A costs.

COLM GES CROX KTB
Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Hanesbrands' (HBI) Global Champion Business Sale to Fuel Growth

Hanesbrands (HBI) focuses on accelerating growth. The company has inked a deal to offload the global Champion business to Authentic Brands Group.

HBI GES CROX KTB
Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
GIL or KTB: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?

GIL vs. KTB: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?

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Unknown Zacks Investment Research • Zacks Equity Research
Hanesbrands (HBI) Q1 Loss Narrower Than Expected, Sales Down

Hanesbrands' (HBI) first-quarter 2024 results reflect lower sales amid weakness in the Activewear segment. Nevertheless, the bottom line improved year over year.

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