Company Reports

Amer's constant-currency sales grew 30% in the quarter, driven by strong double-digit growth across all categories and regions. Management raised its 2026 sales growth guidance by roughly 2 percentage points to 24% year on year and operating margin guidance by 80 basis points to 14.2%-14.5%.

Amer Sports holds a modest 1% share of the global sportswear and equipment market but has carved out a strong niche in outdoor apparel, hiking footwear, and tennis. Since its 2019 acquisition by Anta Sports, Amer has shifted away from acquisition-led and wholesale-driven growth toward expanding its product portfolio and building a direct-to-consumer engine. This pivot is reflected in increased investment behind three core brands: Arc’teryx, Salomon, and Wilson.

Amer Sports holds a modest 1% share of the global sportswear and equipment market but has carved out a strong niche in outdoor apparel, hiking footwear, and tennis. Since its 2019 acquisition by Anta Sports, Amer has shifted away from acquisition-led and wholesale-driven growth toward expanding its product portfolio and building a direct-to-consumer engine. This pivot is reflected in increased investment behind three core brands: Arc’teryx, Salomon, and Wilson.

Amer Sports's first-quarter earnings beat consensus estimates, with revenue up 26% on a currency-neutral basis, and operating profit surged 50% year over year. Management raised full-year 2026 operating profit guidance by an amount similar to this quarter's beat.

Amer Sports holds a modest 1% share of the global sportswear and equipment market but has carved out a strong niche in outdoor apparel, hiking footwear, and tennis. Since its 2019 acquisition by Anta Sports, Amer has shifted away from acquisition-led and wholesale-driven growth toward expanding its product portfolio and building a direct-to-consumer engine. This pivot is reflected in increased investment behind three core brands: Arc’teryx, Salomon, and Wilson.

Amer's revenue grew 27% year on year in 2025 and 28.5% in the fourth quarter, driven by strong growth across all categories. Management guided for 16%-18% sales growth in 2026 and indicated a 43% expansion in operating profit.

Amer Sports holds a modest 1% share of the global sportswear and equipment market but has carved out a strong niche in outdoor apparel, hiking footwear, and tennis. Since its 2019 acquisition by Anta Sports, Amer has shifted away from acquisition-led and wholesale-driven growth toward expanding its product portfolio and building a direct-to-consumer engine. This pivot is reflected in increased investment behind three core brands: Arc’teryx, Salomon, and Wilson.

Amer Sports holds a modest 1% share of the global sportswear and equipment market but has carved out a strong niche in outdoor apparel, hiking footwear, and tennis. Since its 2019 acquisition by Anta Sports, Amer has shifted away from acquisition-led and wholesale-driven growth toward expanding its product portfolio and building a direct-to-consumer engine. This pivot is reflected in increased investment behind three core brands: Arc’teryx, Salomon, and Wilson.

While holding a modest 1% global market share in the competitive sportswear and equipment industry, Amer Spots has carved out a strategic niche such as outdoor apparel, hiking footwear, and tennis. Following its acquisition by Anta Sports in 2019, Amer underwent a strategic shift, pivoting away from growth primarily driven by acquisitions and wholesale operations. Instead, the company is now prioritizing the expansion of its product range and a direct-to-consumer approach. This strategic realignment is evident in Amer's increased investment in three core brands: Arc’teryx, Salomon, and Wilson.

Amer's third-quarter revenue grew 30% year on year, driven by strong momentum across all regions and categories. Management raised full-year 2025 revenue and EPS guidance by roughly 3% and 10%, respectively, following the upbeat quarterly results.

Amer Sports posted strong second-quarter results, with revenue rising 22% in constant currency and adjusted operating profit surging 130% year over year. Management also raised full‑year guidance for both revenue and earnings.

While holding a modest 1% global market share in the competitive sportswear and equipment industry, Amer Spots has carved out a strategic niche such as outdoor apparel, hiking footwear, and tennis. Following its acquisition by Anta Sports in 2019, Amer underwent a strategic shift, pivoting away from growth primarily driven by acquisitions and wholesale operations. Instead, the company is now prioritizing the expansion of its product range and a direct-to-consumer approach. This strategic realignment is evident in Amer's increased investment in three core brands: Arc’teryx, Salomon, and Wilson.

With sports participation becoming more diverse, Chinese consumers increasingly view each activity as a distinct lifestyle segment and invest in technical, sport‑specific gear. These purchases are also fueled by a desire for improved safety, better performance, and personal self‑expression.

While holding a modest 1% global market share in the competitive sportswear and equipment industry, Amer Spots has carved out a strategic niche such as outdoor apparel, hiking footwear, and tennis. Following its acquisition by Anta Sports in 2019, Amer underwent a strategic shift, pivoting away from growth primarily driven by acquisitions and wholesale operations. Instead, the company is now prioritizing the expansion of its product range and a direct-to-consumer approach. This strategic realignment is evident in Amer's increased investment in three core brands: Arc’teryx, Salomon, and Wilson.

While holding a modest 1% global market share in the competitive sportswear and equipment industry, Amer Spots has carved out a strategic niche such as outdoor apparel, hiking footwear, and tennis. Following its acquisition by Anta Sports in 2019, Amer underwent a strategic shift, pivoting away from growth primarily driven by acquisitions and wholesale operations. Instead, the company is now prioritizing the expansion of its product range and a direct-to-consumer approach. This strategic realignment is evident in Amer's increased investment in three core brands: Arc’teryx, Salomon, and Wilson.

While holding a modest 1% global market share in the competitive sportswear and equipment industry, Amer Spots has carved out a strategic niche such as outdoor apparel, hiking footwear, and tennis. Following its acquisition by Anta Sports in 2019, Amer underwent a strategic shift, pivoting away from growth primarily driven by acquisitions and wholesale operations. Instead, the company is now prioritizing the expansion of its product range and a direct-to-consumer approach. This strategic realignment is evident in Amer's increased investment in three core brands: Arc’teryx, Salomon, and Wilson.

Amer Sports delivered first-quarter earnings ahead of guidance, with revenue growing 26% in constant currency and adjusted operating profit up 79% year over year. Management also raised full-year revenue and earnings guidance. Following the release, shares jumped 19% during the US trading session.

On April 2, the United States' President Trump announced a reciprocal tariff policy, imposing additional 49% tariffs on Cambodia, 46% on Vietnam, and 34% on China. In response, shares of Shenzhou International fell by 14%, while Asics dropped by 10% during Asian trading.

While holding a modest 1% global market share in the competitive sportswear and equipment industry, Amer Spots has carved out a strategic niche such as outdoor apparel, hiking footwear, and tennis. Following its acquisition by Anta Sports in 2019, Amer underwent a strategic shift, pivoting away from growth primarily driven by acquisitions and wholesale operations. Instead, the company is now prioritizing the expansion of its product range and a direct-to-consumer approach. This strategic realignment is evident in Amer's increased investment in three core brands: Arc’teryx, Salomon, and Wilson.

Amer Sports delivers in-line earnings for the fourth quarter, with revenue up 24% year over year on a constant-currency basis. Management lays out guidance for midteens revenue growth in 2025, alongside expectations of improving gross margin.