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Kontoor Brands Inc (KTB)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
04/01/2025: KTB (2-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Upturn Star Rating
Below Average Performance
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AI Based Fundamental Rating
Below Average Performance
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit 10.73% | Avg. Invested days 35 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  2.0 | Stock Returns Performance  2.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 04/01/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 3.69B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 15.32 | 1Y Target Price 82 |
Price to earnings Ratio 15.32 | 1Y Target Price 82 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 992835 | Beta 1.26 | 52 Weeks Range 51.48 - 95.97 | Updated Date 04/2/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 51.48 - 95.97 | Updated Date 04/2/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 3.11% | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.36 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Revenue by Geography
Geography revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin 9.43% | Operating Margin (TTM) 16.33% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 14.5% | Return on Equity (TTM) 63.68% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 15.32 | Forward PE 13.91 | Enterprise Value 4151767485 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.42 |
Enterprise Value 4151767485 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.42 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.59 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 10.79 | Shares Outstanding 55326000 | Shares Floating 54480113 |
Shares Outstanding 55326000 | Shares Floating 54480113 | ||
Percent Insiders 1.54 | Percent Institutions 95.79 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating 4 | Target Price 94.43 | Buy 2 | Strong Buy 3 |
Buy 2 | Strong Buy 3 | ||
Hold 1 | Sell 1 | Strong Sell - | |
Strong Sell - |
Upturn AI SWOT
Kontoor Brands Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
Kontoor Brands Inc. was formed in 2019 as a spin-off from VF Corporation. It focuses on denim and apparel brands.
Core Business Areas
- Wrangler: Wrangler focuses on denim, casual wear, and workwear. Wrangler is the worldu2019s number one denim brand, accounting for approximately 72% of the total revenue for Kontoor Brands.
- Lee: Lee focuses on denim, casual wear, and urban apparel, focusing on the more mature customer. Lee accounts for about 26% of the companyu2019s revenue.
- Rock & Republic: Rock & Republic focuses on upscale denim and apparel.
- Other: Mainly a small sourcing operation with less than 2% of the company revenue.
Leadership and Structure
Scott Baxter is the Chief Executive Officer. The company has a traditional corporate structure with various departments reporting to the executive team.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Wrangler Jeans: Wrangler jeans are their flagship product. Competitors include Levi's (LEVI), and Gap (GPS). 2023 annual revenue from Wrangler was ~ $1.7 Billion.
- Lee Jeans: Lee jeans are another primary offering. Competitors include Levi's (LEVI), and Gap (GPS). 2023 annual revenue from Lee was ~ $600 Million
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The apparel industry is competitive and fragmented. Demand is influenced by fashion trends, economic conditions, and consumer preferences.
Positioning
Kontoor Brands focuses on the mid-tier denim and apparel market, leveraging its strong brand heritage. Its competitive advantage is the established and reputable brands it owns.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global apparel market is valued at over $1.5 trillion. Kontoor is positioned to capture a segment of the denim and casual wear market. Expected to grow to $2.0 Trillion by 2026.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition (Wrangler and Lee)
- Established distribution network
- Solid cash flow generation
- Strong position as a workwear/outdoor wear brand
Weaknesses
- Dependence on denim market
- Limited product diversification
- Slower growth compared to athleisure trends
- Supply chain challenges
Opportunities
- Expansion into new markets (international)
- Product diversification (e.g., sustainable apparel)
- E-commerce growth
- Leveraging brand for licensing opportunities
Threats
- Changing fashion trends
- Increased competition from fast fashion
- Economic downturns
- Fluctuations in raw material costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- LEVI
- VFC
- GPS
Competitive Landscape
KTB has the advantage of two powerful brands. Their Wrangler brand is a key strength. KTB has a disadvantage with their size, as LEVI and VFC have far more brand power worldwide. KTB is a leaner, more agile entity that focuses on workwear and denim.
Major Acquisitions
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Modest growth since the spin-off. Revenue growth primarily driven by strength of Wrangler brand.
Future Projections: Analysts project slow but steady growth, driven by cost-cutting and international expansion. Expected to be around 1-2% annual growth.
Recent Initiatives: Focus on e-commerce, international expansion, and product innovation (e.g., sustainable denim).
Summary
Kontoor Brands is a moderately strong company with established brands, Wrangler and Lee, and sound financials. Growth is slow but consistent, driven by cost-cutting and their international presence. However, they face headwinds from competition from major industry players with greater brand power and dependance on consumer preferences and raw material cost fluctuations. The company's diversification efforts and digital transformation should be closely monitored.
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VFC
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- Company Filings (10K, 10Q), Analyst Reports, Market Research Reports
Disclaimers:
This analysis is for informational purposes only and should not be considered investment advice. Market data is subject to change.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
AI-generated summaries may have inaccuracies (hallucinations). Please verify the information before taking action.
About Kontoor Brands Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Greensboro, NC, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2019-05-09 | President, CEO & Chair of the Board Mr. Scott H. Baxter | ||
Sector Consumer Cyclical | Industry Apparel Manufacturing | Full time employees 13200 | Website https://www.kontoorbrands.com |
Full time employees 13200 | Website https://www.kontoorbrands.com | ||
Kontoor Brands, Inc., a lifestyle apparel company, designs, produces, procures, markets, distributes, and licenses denim, apparel, footwear, and accessories, primarily under the Wrangler and Lee brands. The company operates through two segments: Wrangler and Lee. It licenses and sells apparel under the Rock & Republic brand name. The company sells its products primarily through mass merchants, specialty stores, mid-tier and traditional department stores, company-operated stores, and online. It operates in the Americas, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and the Asia-Pacific regions. Kontoor Brands, Inc. was incorporated in 2018 and is headquartered in Greensboro, North Carolina.
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