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KTB 8-K: Buyback

Kontoor Brands

Filed with the SEC on · accession 0001760965-26-000072

KTB filed a 8-K (current report) with the SEC on Nov 5, 2026. Kontoor Brands reported Q3 2026 results with revenue up 3% to $685 million and adjusted EPS up 40% to $1.50, raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $5.40, and announced plans to repurchase $450 million of shares in Q4, including a $400 million accelerated share repurchase, funded by $698 million… The stock moved -3.4% by the first close after the filing.

Summary of the filing

Kontoor Brands reported Q3 2026 results with revenue up 3% to $685 million and adjusted EPS up 40% to $1.50, raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $5.40, and announced plans to repurchase $450 million of shares in Q4, including a $400 million accelerated share repurchase, funded by $698 million in net proceeds from the completed divestiture of Lee.

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Key details

Q3 revenue from continuing operations$685.0M
Q3 adjusted EPS$2
Q3 reported diluted EPS-$1
Planned Q4 share repurchases$450.0M
Accelerated share repurchase program$400.0M
Net proceeds from Lee divestiture$698.0M
Full year adjusted EPS guidance$5
2027 adjusted EPS outlook (at least)$7
Remaining share repurchase authorization after Q4$230.0M
IssuerKontoor Brands, Inc.
Divested businessLee
Acquired brandHelly Hansen
BrandWrangler
Chief executive officer and chairman of the boardScott Baxter
President and chief financial officerJoe Alkire

How KTB stock reacted

Close before

$81.96

Nov 4, 2026

First close after

-3.39%

$79.18

5 trading days

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Frequently asked questions

What did KTB file with the SEC on Nov 5, 2026?

KTB filed a 8-K (Buyback). Kontoor Brands reported Q3 2026 results with revenue up 3% to $685 million and adjusted EPS up 40% to $1.50, raised full-year adjusted EPS guidance to $5.40, and announced plans to repurchase $450 million of shares in Q4, including a $400 million accelerated share repurchase, funded by $698 million in net proceeds from the completed divestiture of Lee.

What does a buyback mean for KTB stock?

Usually: fewer shares means each remaining share owns more of the company. It matters whether the company actually buys and at what price.

How do I read a 8-K?

A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more. The "Item" number tells you the topic (e.g. 2.02 results, 5.02 executive change, 1.01 new agreement, 1.03 bankruptcy). Exhibits (99.1 press release) usually hold the details.

Why are SEC filings important?

Public companies must tell the SEC about anything that can change their value — results, leadership changes, big deals, new shares, bankruptcy. Filings are the official source, often before the news. A 8-K (current report): A report of a major event, filed within four business days: results, deals, leadership changes, bankruptcy and more.

How did KTB stock react to this filing?

KTB closed at $81.96 before the filing and $79.18 on Nov 5, 2026 (-3.39%).

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