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ANTA Sports Completes Acquisition of 29.06% Stake in PUMA, Becomes Largest Shareholder
- Becomes PUMA's largest shareholder, further strengthening ANTA Sports' globalization strategy
- Will support unlocking PUMA's potential across global markets including China, leveraging complementary strengths and multi-brand management experience
- Fully respects PUMA’s deep sports heritage, distinctive brand identity and corporate culture, as well as its independent governance and brand autonomy
Hong Kong, 7 October 2026 – ANTA Sports Products Limited, the world's leading multi-brand sportswear group (“ANTA Sports”, stock codes: 2020 (HKD counter) and 82020 (RMB counter), and its subsidiaries collectively the "ANTA Group" or the “Group”), today announced the completion of its acquisition of a 29.06% stake in PUMA SE from Artémis SAS, the investment company of the Pinault family, for EUR 1,505.5 million in cash. Following the receipt of all relevant regulatory approvals and the fulfillment of customary closing conditions, ANTA Sports is now the largest shareholder of PUMA.
For ANTA Sports, this investment marks a major milestone in executing its “single-focus, multi-brand, globalization” strategy and strengthening the Group’s international profile, reach and competitiveness in the global sporting goods market. ANTA Sports will bring expertise to PUMA that the Group has built across multiple brands over the years, including management, retail, and global resource integration capabilities.
Ding Shizhong, Board Chairman of ANTA Sports, commented: “We are delighted to become PUMA’s largest shareholder and a long-term strategic partner. The global sporting goods market continues to offer significant growth opportunities as more people embrace active lifestyles and increase their participation in sports. ANTA Sports has built its success on a multi-brand strategy. We believe the value of a multi-brand group lies in helping each brand realize its full potential by leveraging the capabilities and resources of the broader group. PUMA has a rich heritage and strong underlying brand value. We have confidence in its management team and support the strategic transformation currently underway. As a long-term shareholder, we look forward to sharing our experience and capabilities, particularly in retail and operations, while respecting PUMA’s independence and brand identity. Our ambition is to support PUMA in realizing its full potential and creating lasting value for consumers around the world.”
“PUMA has built one of the most recognized sports brands in the world, with a rich heritage, a deep sports credibility, a global footprint, leading innovations and strong partners. We welcome ANTA Sports as PUMA’s largest shareholder and view its long-term commitment as a strong vote of confidence in our strategy, our management team and our future,” said Arthur Hoeld, CEO of PUMA SE. “We look forward to building a fruitful partnership and exploring areas where our respective strengths can create sustainable value for PUMA and its shareholders on our journey to become a top 3 global sports brand.”
ANTA Sports fully respects PUMA's sport heritage, distinctive brand identity and corporate culture, as well as its independent governance and brand autonomy. As previously announced, the Group will seek adequate representation on PUMA's Supervisory Board. The Group currently has no plans to make a takeover offer for PUMA.
About ANTA Sports
ANTA was established in 1991; while ANTA Sports Products Limited, a widely recognized global sportswear company, was listed on the Main Board of HKEx in 2007 (Stock Codes: 2020 (HKD counter) and 82020 (RMB counter)). The mission of the Company is to bring the transcendent sports spirit into everyone’s life. ANTA Sports principally engages in R&D, design, manufacturing, marketing and sales of professional sports products including footwear, apparel and accessories. By embracing an all-round brand portfolio including ANTA, FILA, DESCENTE, KOLON SPORT, JACK WOLFSKIN and MAIA ACTIVE, etc., ANTA Sports aims to unlock the potential of both the mass and high-end sportswear markets. ANTA Sports is also the largest shareholder of Amer Sports, Inc. and PUMA SE. Amer Sports, Inc. is a global group of iconic sports and outdoor brands, including Arc’teryx, Salomon, Wilson, Peak Performance, and Atomic, whose shares are listed on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: AS). PUMA SE is one of the world’s leading sports brands, whose shares are listed on the German Stock Exchange (Deutsche Börse) (ETR: PUM).
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About PUMA
PUMA is one of the world’s leading sports brands, designing, developing, and selling footwear, apparel and accessories. Founded in 1948, PUMA helps the world’s best athletes and teams perform at their best with its innovative products. Known for its iconic cat logo and the Formstrip, the company offers performance products in categories such as Football, Running and Training. Its Sportstyle collections are rooted in sports and inspire consumers by celebrating sports culture. With its long history and strong heritage, PUMA is proud of having one of the strongest archives in the industry, with many iconic products such as the Suede and the Speedcat. The PUMA Group owns the brands PUMA, Cobra Golf and stichd. The company distributes its products in over 120 countries, employs around 20,000 people and is headquartered in Herzogenaurach/Germany. For more information, please visit https://about.puma.com.
About Artémis
Artémis is the holding company of the Pinault family. Founded in 1992 by François Pinault, the holding invests in and supports high-growth companies with a long term perspective. Since its creation, Artémis has developed a strong and balanced portfolio of leading international brands, mainly operating across the global luxury sector. Its key controlled assets include Kering, Creative Artists Agency (CAA), Artémis Domaines (comprising a collection of prestigious wine estates, such as Château Latour, Clos de Tart, Domaine des Cabottes, Bouchard Père et Fils, Champagne Jacquesson), Christie’s, Ponant, Stade Rennais F.C and Courrèges, as well as Le Point and Point de Vue in the news sector. Artémis takes a long-term approach to investing, supporting the development and growth of the companies and assets within its portfolio. Artémis’ consolidated assets amount to approximately €30 billion.
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