Kontoor Brands, Inc. Common Stock
KTBKontoor Brands, Inc. (KTB) is a global apparel company known for its denim and casual wear brands, including Wrangler and Lee. The company was spun off from VF Corporation in 2019 to focus specifically on its core jeans and casual apparel businesses. Kontoor operates in the design, manufacture, marketing, and distribution of denim and casual apparel, serving both wholesale and direct-to-consumer markets worldwide.
Dividend History
| Pay Date | Amount | Ex-Date | Record Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| December 18, 2025 | $0.53 | 2025-12-08 | 2025-12-08 |
| September 19, 2025 | $0.52 | 2025-09-09 | 2025-09-09 |
| June 20, 2025 | $0.52 | 2025-06-10 | 2025-06-10 |
| March 20, 2025 | $0.52 | 2025-03-10 | 2025-03-10 |
| December 19, 2024 | $0.52 | 2024-12-09 | 2024-12-09 |
Dividends Summary
- Consistent Payer: Kontoor Brands, Inc. Common Stock has rewarded shareholders with 24 dividend payments over the past 6 years.
- Total Returned Value: Investors who held KTB shares during this period received a total of $11.65 per share in dividend income.
- Latest Payout: The most recent dividend of $0.53/share was paid 36 days ago, on December 18, 2025.
- Yield & Schedule: KTB currently pays dividends quarterly with an annual yield of 3.48%.
- Dividend Growth: Since 2019, the dividend payout has decreased by 5.4%, from $0.56 to $0.53.
- Dividend Reliability: KTB has maintained or increased its dividend for 21 consecutive payments.
Company News
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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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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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