Amer Sports Inc.

What does Amer Sports own?
Amer Sports owns premium sports and outdoor brands including Arc'teryx, Salomon, Wilson, Peak Performance, Atomic, Suunto, Armada, Louisville Slugger, and DeMarini. The company operates through three segments: Technical Apparel, Outdoor Performance, and Ball and Racquet.

Is Amer Sports publicly traded?
Yes. Amer Sports trades on NYSE under ticker AS. The company IPO'd in February 2024 at $13 per share, raising approximately $1.37 billion. The Anta Sports-led consortium retains controlling ownership of approximately 52% of shares.

Who founded Amer Sports?
Amer Sports was founded in 1950 as Amer Tobacco, a Finnish tobacco company, by Eduard Hjelt. The company diversified into sporting goods in the 1970s and changed its name to Amer Sports. It acquired Wilson in 1989, Salomon in 2005, and Arc'teryx in 2002.

Where is Amer Sports headquartered?
Amer Sports is headquartered in Helsinki, Finland. The company has corporate offices in Munich, Krakow, New York, and Shanghai. Operations span 40 countries, and products are sold in over 100 countries.

How many brands does Amer Sports own?
Amer Sports owns approximately 10 sports and outdoor brands. The most recognizable are Arc'teryx, Salomon, Wilson, Peak Performance, Atomic, and Suunto. The portfolio is focused on premium and technical products.

Who owns Amer Sports?
Amer Sports is controlled by a consortium led by Anta Sports Products Ltd., a Chinese sportswear company listed on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange. The consortium, which also includes Tencent Holdings and FountainVest Partners, acquired Amer Sports in 2019 for approximately $5.2 billion and retains approximately 52% ownership after the 2024 IPO.

What is Amer Sports' revenue?
Amer Sports reported FY2025 revenue of $6.57 billion, up 27% from $5.18 billion in FY2024. Operating profit was $701.8 million, up 49% year over year. Net income attributable to equity holders was $427.4 million.

Amer Sports was founded in 1950 as Amer Tobacco, a Finnish tobacco company, by Eduard Hjelt. The company diversified into sports goods in the 1970s as tobacco revenues declined. In 1974, Amer acquired the Makuhu tennis racket factory, which later became Wilson. The company changed its name to Amer Group in 1980 and later to Amer Sports.

Key acquisitions shaped the company's portfolio. In 1989, Amer acquired Wilson Sporting Goods from WSG Holdings for approximately $200 million, entering the ball and racquet sports market. Wilson, founded in 1913, is one of the oldest sporting goods brands in the United States. In 2005, Amer acquired Salomon from Adidas for approximately $625 million, adding skiing, running, and hiking equipment. In 2018, Amer acquired Peak Performance, a Swedish premium outdoor apparel brand, for approximately $260 million.

Arc'teryx, the company's most valuable brand, was acquired in 2002 from its founders. Arc'teryx was established in 1989 in North Vancouver, Canada, as a climbing gear company. Under Amer Sports ownership, Arc'teryx expanded into premium technical apparel and became one of the fastest-growing outdoor brands globally.

In 2019, a consortium led by Anta Sports acquired Amer Sports for approximately $5.2 billion. The consortium included Anta Sports, Tencent Holdings, and FountainVest Partners. The acquisition took Amer Sports private, delisting it from the Helsinki stock exchange. Under the consortium's ownership, Amer Sports focused on expanding Arc'teryx's DTC channel and growing Salomon's footwear business.

In February 2024, Amer Sports IPO'd on NYSE under ticker AS, pricing at $13 per share and raising approximately $1.37 billion. The IPO valued the company at approximately $12.7 billion. The Anta-led consortium retained approximately 52% of shares after the IPO, maintaining controlling ownership.

For FY2025, Amer Sports reported revenue of $6.57 billion, up 27% year over year. Arc'teryx continued its strong growth trajectory, and Salomon surpassed $2 billion in sales. Operating profit increased 49% to $701.8 million. The company provided 2026 guidance for 16-18% revenue growth.

Amer Sports publishes sustainability information through its parent company and corporate website. The company has committed to reducing environmental impact through sustainable materials, responsible sourcing, and reducing carbon emissions from operations. Several Amer Sports brands have individual sustainability initiatives.

Arc'teryx has implemented circular economy programs including used gear trade-in and repair services. Salomon has committed to using recycled materials in its footwear. Wilson has introduced eco-friendly tennis balls.

The company's sustainability reporting is self-published and not independently certified. Amer Sports has not pursued B Corp certification for the parent company or its brands. The company has not faced significant greenwashing allegations.

• Fast Company Most Innovative Companies: Arc'teryx has been recognized for its DTC model and product innovation.
• Brand Finance Global 500: Arc'teryx has been recognized as one of the most valuable apparel brands globally.
• ISPO Awards: Multiple Amer Sports brands including Salomon and Arc'teryx have received ISPO recognition for product innovation in outdoor sports.

Amer Sports has not faced major regulatory actions or controversies. The company's acquisition by the Anta-led consortium in 2019 received regulatory approval from the European Commission and other jurisdictions, though some concerns were raised about the consortium's market position in sportswear.

The company's manufacturing is concentrated in Asia, particularly China and Vietnam, creating exposure to supply chain risks including tariffs and geopolitical tensions. The company has not faced significant labor practice controversies, though its Asian manufacturing footprint creates inherent supply chain scrutiny.

Amer Sports' controlling shareholder, Anta Sports, has faced criticism over labor practices at its suppliers in China. Amer Sports itself has not been directly implicated in these controversies.