Kontoor Brands (KTB) Stock Overview
A lifestyle apparel company, designs, manufactures, procures, sells, and licenses apparel, footwear, and accessories, primarily under the Wrangler, Lee, and Helly Hansen brands. More details
| Snowflake Score | |
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| Valuation | 5/6 |
| Future Growth | 2/6 |
| Past Performance | 4/6 |
| Financial Health | 4/6 |
| Dividends | 3/6 |
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Price History & Performance
| Historical stock prices | |
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| Current Share Price | US$75.94 |
| 52 Week High | US$87.00 |
| 52 Week Low | US$53.55 |
| Beta | 0.93 |
| 1 Month Change | 10.81% |
| 3 Month Change | 14.42% |
| 1 Year Change | 15.24% |
| 3 Year Change | 79.15% |
| 5 Year Change | 24.92% |
| Change since IPO | 87.51% |
Recent News & Updates
Narrative Update • Jun 05
KTB: Lee Divestiture And Buybacks Are Expected To Support Future Upside
Analysts kept the average price target for Kontoor Brands steady at $92.67, with recent research citing the stock’s removal from a major conviction list and a $3 price target increase at another firm as key drivers of the updated assumptions on discount rate, expected revenue trajectory, margin profile, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlight that keeping the average price target at US$92.67 supports a view that current valuation still reflects room for execution on revenue and margin assumptions already embedded in models.Seeking Alpha • Jun 02
Kontoor Brands Struck Gold With Lee Divestment
Summary Kontoor Brands, Inc. is divesting the Lee brand for up to $1 billion. Lee has been KTB's weakest brand and has consistently reported declining sales and earnings. The transaction values a weak brand at a good multiple. The focus shifts to Helly Hansen and Wrangler, both of which look to grow KTB's earnings well. I estimate KTB stock to have 39% upside to $99.9. Share buybacks with Lee divestment proceeds could create further upside. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • May 21
KTB: Margin Expansion And Cost Savings Are Expected To Drive Future Upside
Analysts have raised their average price targets on Kontoor Brands into a higher $90 to $130 range, citing strong Q4 results, resilient margins and what they describe as a clearer path to profitable growth supported by brands like Wrangler and Helly Hansen, along with ongoing cost savings efforts. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show a cluster of higher price targets on Kontoor Brands, reflecting how Q4 results and the 2026 outlook are feeding into analysts' views on valuation, execution and growth potential.Recent updates
Narrative Update • Jun 05
KTB: Lee Divestiture And Buybacks Are Expected To Support Future Upside
Analysts kept the average price target for Kontoor Brands steady at $92.67, with recent research citing the stock’s removal from a major conviction list and a $3 price target increase at another firm as key drivers of the updated assumptions on discount rate, expected revenue trajectory, margin profile, and future P/E. Analyst Commentary Bullish Takeaways Bullish analysts highlight that keeping the average price target at US$92.67 supports a view that current valuation still reflects room for execution on revenue and margin assumptions already embedded in models.Seeking Alpha • Jun 02
Kontoor Brands Struck Gold With Lee Divestment
Summary Kontoor Brands, Inc. is divesting the Lee brand for up to $1 billion. Lee has been KTB's weakest brand and has consistently reported declining sales and earnings. The transaction values a weak brand at a good multiple. The focus shifts to Helly Hansen and Wrangler, both of which look to grow KTB's earnings well. I estimate KTB stock to have 39% upside to $99.9. Share buybacks with Lee divestment proceeds could create further upside. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaNarrative Update • May 21
KTB: Margin Expansion And Cost Savings Are Expected To Drive Future Upside
Analysts have raised their average price targets on Kontoor Brands into a higher $90 to $130 range, citing strong Q4 results, resilient margins and what they describe as a clearer path to profitable growth supported by brands like Wrangler and Helly Hansen, along with ongoing cost savings efforts. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates show a cluster of higher price targets on Kontoor Brands, reflecting how Q4 results and the 2026 outlook are feeding into analysts' views on valuation, execution and growth potential.Analysis Article • May 13
Bearish: Analysts Just Cut Their Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE:KTB) Revenue and EPS estimates
Today is shaping up negative for Kontoor Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:KTB ) shareholders, with the analysts delivering a...Narrative Update • May 04
KTB: Margin Strength And Cost Savings Are Expected To Support Profitable Expansion
Analysts have lifted their average price targets on Kontoor Brands into a higher $80 to $131 range, citing strong Q4 results, visible margin strength into 2026, an improved capital structure, and what they view as a clearer route to profitable growth supported by Wrangler momentum, Helly Hansen contributions and cost savings efforts. Analyst Commentary Recent research updates on Kontoor Brands cluster around stronger Q4 execution, a clearer multi‑year earnings path, and a wide span of price targets that now sit in the $80 to $131 range.Narrative Update • Apr 20
KTB: Margin Strength And Cost Savings Are Expected To Drive Future Upside
Analysts have raised their average price targets for Kontoor Brands by a few dollars, to a range of $80 to $130, citing resilient margins, cost savings and brand momentum as key factors supporting their updated views. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Kontoor Brands reflects a generally constructive tone, with most price target updates clustered between $80 and $131 and anchored in the latest Q4 report.
Narrative Update • Apr 06
KTB: Future Returns Will Hinge On Execution Against Persistent Demand Uncertainty
Analysts have nudged the fair value estimate for Kontoor Brands to $51.16 from $50.00, citing higher Street price targets that reflect confidence in margin strength into 2026, an improved capital structure, resilient gross margins, and a higher assumed future P/E multiple, despite more moderate revenue growth and profit margin assumptions in the updated model. Analyst Commentary Street research around Kontoor Brands has become more constructive following the latest Q4 report, with several firms lifting price targets and pointing to resilient gross margins, a cleaner balance sheet, and clearer visibility on profitability into 2026.Narrative Update • Mar 23
KTB: Margin Strength And Brand Mix Shift Will Support Future Upside
Kontoor Brands' refreshed analyst price target rises from $88.25 to about $92.67, reflecting analysts' focus on resilient margin strength into 2026, an improved capital structure, and confidence in profitable growth supported by Wrangler momentum, Helly Hansen contributions, and ongoing cost savings initiatives. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research reflects a generally constructive tone on Kontoor Brands, with most firms lifting price targets after the Q4 report and updated 2026 outlook.
Narrative Update • Mar 09
KTB: Margin Durability And Brand Partnerships Will Support Future Repricing
Our analyst price target for Kontoor Brands moves to $131 from $118 as analysts point to stronger margin durability into 2026, a healthier capital structure and confidence in the earnings growth trajectory, reflected in multiple recent target hikes across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Kontoor Brands has shifted toward a more constructive tone, with several bullish analysts lifting their price targets following the latest Q4 update.Narrative Update • Feb 22
KTB: Future Returns Will Depend On Managing Demand Uncertainty And Stock Selection Risk
Analysts have trimmed their average Kontoor Brands price target by $5 to $74, reflecting updated views on demand uncertainty, sector positioning and valuation inputs, while fair value in this framework remains at $50. Analyst Commentary Recent research on Kontoor Brands reflects a split view, with some firms expressing optimism while others emphasize lingering uncertainties around demand, sector positioning and execution against long term targets.Narrative Update • Feb 08
KTB: Specialty Retail Tailwinds And Brand Partnerships Will Support Future Repricing
Analysts have modestly reset their price targets on Kontoor Brands, pointing to a roughly $5 to $20 range of reductions alongside adjustments to the discount rate, revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E assumptions, while maintaining mixed but generally constructive views on the shares. Analyst Commentary Recent research coverage on Kontoor Brands reflects a mix of views, with some firms resetting price targets while still highlighting long term opportunities tied to sector trends and company execution.Narrative Update • Jan 25
KTB: Future Returns Will Depend On Resolving Ongoing Lee Brand Challenges
Analysts nudged their fair value estimate for Kontoor Brands up from $49.00 to $50.00, reflecting updated views around sector level price target resets, mixed brand level execution across Wrangler and Lee, and evolving expectations for earnings resilience and cash flow. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Kontoor Brands has been mixed, with some bearish analysts trimming price targets and stressing execution risks across the portfolio.Narrative Update • Jan 10
KTB: Helly Hansen Integration Will Reshape Brand Mix And Earnings Profile
Analysts have trimmed their fair value estimate for Kontoor Brands from $90.75 to $88.25, reflecting a slightly higher discount rate and lower future P/E expectations. At the same time, they highlight Helly Hansen driven growth potential and mixed brand trends, which are echoed in recent target changes across the Street.Narrative Update • Dec 26
KTB: Helly Hansen Acquisition Will Drive Higher Margin Portfolio Transformation
We are increasing our fair value estimate for Kontoor Brands to $118 from $99 per share, reflecting analysts' higher price targets driven by confidence in the Helly Hansen acquisition, resilient Wrangler execution, improving profitability, and stronger long term growth and margin potential, despite a modestly higher discount rate and slightly lower revenue growth assumptions. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts are increasingly constructive on Kontoor Brands, citing early evidence that the Helly Hansen acquisition is accelerating the companys transition toward a higher growth, higher margin portfolio.Narrative Update • Dec 11
KTB: Helly Hansen Acquisition Will Drive Higher Margin Portfolio And Earnings Upside
We trim our analyst price target for Kontoor Brands modestly to $90.75 from $91.50, as analysts balance slightly softer growth and margin assumptions against mounting confidence that the Helly Hansen acquisition, continued Wrangler execution and cost savings can support earnings resilience and multiple expansion. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on Kontoor Brands reflects a generally constructive stance, with most revisions pointing to upside from the Helly Hansen acquisition, improving brand mix, and rising confidence in the company’s long term earnings algorithm.Narrative Update • Nov 27
KTB: Helly Hansen Acquisition Will Drive Portfolio Transformation And Earnings Upside
Kontoor Brands' analyst price targets have moved higher, with recent increases such as Barclays raising its target from $91 to $94. Analysts attribute this shift to organic growth, cost savings, and positive Helly Hansen momentum, which are offsetting ongoing Lee brand challenges.Narrative Update • Nov 13
KTB: Portfolio Shift Following Helly Hansen Deal Will Drive Earnings Momentum
Kontoor Brands' analyst price target has increased from $89.75 to $91.50, as analysts cite improved profit margin expectations and the positive impact of recent acquisitions on future earnings growth. Analyst Commentary Recent analyst research highlights a mix of optimism and caution regarding Kontoor Brands' future prospects following its recent earnings and acquisition activity.Analysis Article • Oct 30
Kontoor Brands' (NYSE:KTB) Dividend Will Be Increased To $0.53
Kontoor Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:KTB ) will increase its dividend on the 18th of December to $0.53, which is 1.9% higher...Narrative Update • Oct 30
KTB: Helly Hansen Integration And Core Brand Strength Will Shape Upside Potential
Kontoor Brands' analyst price target has been raised from $85.43 to $89.75. This reflects improved sentiment as analysts highlight growth prospects driven by the Helly Hansen acquisition and strengthening brand positioning.Narrative Update • Oct 15
Legacy Integration And Digital Channels Will Unlock Future Opportunity
Analysts have raised their price target for Kontoor Brands from $99 to $114. The adjustment reflects optimism around the company's recent Helly Hansen acquisition and its potential to accelerate earnings growth and expand key brands.Analysis Article • Sep 26
Is It Time To Consider Buying Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE:KTB)?
While Kontoor Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:KTB ) might not have the largest market cap around , it received a lot of attention...Narrative Update • Sep 13
Legacy Integration And Digital Channels Will Unlock Future Opportunity
Kontoor Brands’ fair value has increased slightly, as reflected in its higher price target, primarily due to a moderate rise in its future P/E multiple. What's in the News Wrangler launched a co-branded collection with Coors Banquet featuring over twenty Western-inspired pieces, available online, in stores, and via promotional pop-up events.Analysis Article • Aug 28
The Market Lifts Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE:KTB) Shares 28% But It Can Do More
Kontoor Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:KTB ) shares have had a really impressive month, gaining 28% after a shaky period...Analysis Article • Aug 10
Kontoor Brands, Inc. Just Beat EPS By 56%: Here's What Analysts Think Will Happen Next
As you might know, Kontoor Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:KTB ) just kicked off its latest second-quarter results with some very...Analysis Article • Jul 02
Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE:KTB) Shares Could Be 40% Below Their Intrinsic Value Estimate
Key Insights The projected fair value for Kontoor Brands is US$118 based on 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity Kontoor...Analysis Article • Jun 18
We Think Kontoor Brands (NYSE:KTB) Might Have The DNA Of A Multi-Bagger
Finding a business that has the potential to grow substantially is not easy, but it is possible if we look at a few key...Analysis Article • May 28
Is Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE:KTB) Potentially Undervalued?
Kontoor Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:KTB ), might not be a large cap stock, but it led the NYSE gainers with a relatively large...Analysis Article • May 14
Kontoor Brands' (NYSE:KTB) Solid Earnings Are Supported By Other Strong Factors
Kontoor Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:KTB ) recently posted some strong earnings, and the market responded positively. We have...Analysis Article • May 13
Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE:KTB) Stock Rockets 27% But Many Are Still Ignoring The Company
Kontoor Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:KTB ) shareholders are no doubt pleased to see that the share price has bounced 27% in the...Analysis Article • Apr 17
Shareholders Will Most Likely Find Kontoor Brands, Inc.'s (NYSE:KTB) CEO Compensation Acceptable
Key Insights Kontoor Brands to hold its Annual General Meeting on 24th of April Salary of US$1.28m is part of CEO Scott...Analysis Article • Apr 14
Here's Why Kontoor Brands (NYSE:KTB) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
The external fund manager backed by Berkshire Hathaway's Charlie Munger, Li Lu, makes no bones about it when he says...Analysis Article • Mar 31
An Intrinsic Calculation For Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE:KTB) Suggests It's 47% Undervalued
Key Insights Using the 2 Stage Free Cash Flow to Equity, Kontoor Brands fair value estimate is US$121 Current share...Analysis Article • Mar 19
Kontoor Brands (NYSE:KTB) Knows How To Allocate Capital Effectively
What trends should we look for it we want to identify stocks that can multiply in value over the long term? Firstly...Seeking Alpha • Mar 12
Kontoor Brands: Appealing After Helly Hansen Deal
Summary Kontoor Brands' stock has dropped significantly due to concerns over leverage from the $900 million Helly Hansen acquisition amid rising tariffs and economic uncertainty. Despite flat 2024 sales, Kontoor posted strong adjusted earnings and reduced net debt, with promising 2025 guidance and potential accretion from the Helly Hansen deal. The acquisition diversifies Kontoor's portfolio, adding $680 million in sales and $80 million in EBITDA, though it increases leverage during uncertain times. Shares are now trading at a more attractive valuation, but caution is advised due to economic and tariff risks. Read the full article on Seeking AlphaAnalysis Article • Feb 28
Earnings Update: Kontoor Brands, Inc. (NYSE:KTB) Just Reported Its Full-Year Results And Analysts Are Updating Their Forecasts
One of the biggest stories of last week was how Kontoor Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:KTB ) shares plunged 25% in the week since...Analysis Article • Feb 27
Earnings Working Against Kontoor Brands, Inc.'s (NYSE:KTB) Share Price Following 25% Dive
Kontoor Brands, Inc. ( NYSE:KTB ) shareholders that were waiting for something to happen have been dealt a blow with a...Shareholder Returns
| KTB | US Luxury | US Market | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7D | 11.4% | 2.1% | -3.3% |
| 1Y | 15.2% | -8.4% | 22.3% |
Return vs Industry: KTB exceeded the US Luxury industry which returned -8.4% over the past year.
Return vs Market: KTB underperformed the US Market which returned 22.3% over the past year.
Price Volatility
| KTB volatility | |
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| KTB Average Weekly Movement | 7.1% |
| Luxury Industry Average Movement | 6.6% |
| Market Average Movement | 7.2% |
| 10% most volatile stocks in US Market | 16.6% |
| 10% least volatile stocks in US Market | 3.1% |
Stable Share Price: KTB has not had significant price volatility in the past 3 months compared to the US market.
Volatility Over Time: KTB's weekly volatility (7%) has been stable over the past year.
About the Company
| Founded | Employees | CEO | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 | 10,600 | Scott Baxter | www.kontoorbrands.com |
Kontoor Brands, Inc., a lifestyle apparel company, designs, manufactures, procures, sells, and licenses apparel, footwear, and accessories, primarily under the Wrangler, Lee, and Helly Hansen brands. The company operates through two segments: Wrangler and Lee. It licenses and sells apparel under the Musto, Chic, and Rock & Republic brand names.
Kontoor Brands, Inc. Fundamentals Summary
| KTB fundamental statistics | |
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| Market cap | US$4.27b |
| Earnings (TTM) | US$278.24m |
| Revenue (TTM) | US$3.34b |
15.1x
P/E Ratio1.3x
P/S RatioIs KTB overvalued?
See Fair Value and valuation analysisEarnings & Revenue
| KTB income statement (TTM) | |
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| Revenue | US$3.34b |
| Cost of Revenue | US$1.73b |
| Gross Profit | US$1.61b |
| Other Expenses | US$1.33b |
| Earnings | US$278.24m |
Last Reported Earnings
Apr 04, 2026
Next Earnings Date
n/a
| Earnings per share (EPS) | 5.03 |
| Gross Margin | 48.11% |
| Net Profit Margin | 8.32% |
| Debt/Equity Ratio | 184.8% |
How did KTB perform over the long term?
See historical performance and comparisonDividends
2.8%
Current Dividend Yield42%
Payout RatioDoes KTB pay a reliable dividends?
See KTB dividend history and benchmarks| Kontoor Brands dividend dates | |
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| Ex Dividend Date | Jun 08 2026 |
| Dividend Pay Date | Jun 18 2026 |
| Days until Ex dividend | 3 days |
| Days until Dividend pay date | 7 days |
Does KTB pay a reliable dividends?
See KTB dividend history and benchmarksCompany Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
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| Company Analysis | 2026/06/10 22:09 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/06/10 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2026/04/04 |
| Annual Earnings | 2026/01/03 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
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| Market Prices | 30 years |
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| Ownership | 10 years |
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| Management | 10 years |
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Analyst Sources
Kontoor Brands, Inc. is covered by 17 analysts. 8 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
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| Jonathan Komp | Baird |
| Adrienne Yih-Tennant | Barclays |
| Paul Kearney | Barclays |