Kontoor Brands Completes Sale of Lee® Business to Authentic Brands Group

Nov 3, 2026 12:02 PM

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Kontoor Brands, Inc. has completed the sale of its Lee® business to Authentic Brands Group. This transaction streamlines Kontoor Brands' portfolio, creating a more focused and growth-oriented structure designed to deliver enhanced returns to shareholders. Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC acted as the exclusive financial advisor for the transaction, and Foley & Lardner LLP served as legal counsel.

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Kontoor Brands, Inc. announced that it has completed the sale of its Lee® business to Authentic Brands Group.

Kontoor Brands said the transaction leaves it with a more focused, growth-oriented portfolio positioned to deliver stronger returns for shareholders.

Morgan Stanley & Co. LLC is serving as Kontoor Brands’ exclusive financial advisor, while Foley & Lardner LLP is serving as its legal advisor.

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