Authentic Brands emerges as frontrunner to acquire Lee from Kontoor
ABG is leading the race for denim label Lee, which posted $750M in FY25 revenue under Kontoor Brands. The deal would extend ABG's licensing roll-up following its $1.4B Guess takeover and $311M Dockers buy, advancing its $50B global sales target.
Authentic Brands Group is the frontrunner to acquire denim label Lee from Kontoor Brands, which recorded $750M in FY25 revenue, extending ABG's aggressive global licensing roll-up after its $1.4B Guess takeover.