All Brands Owned by Guess?, Inc.

Is Guess publicly traded?

No. Guess?, Inc. traded on the NYSE under ticker GES from 1996 until January 23, 2026, when the $1.4 billion take-private closed and shares were delisted. Public shareholders received $16.75 per share.

Who owns Guess?, Inc.?

The operating company is wholly owned by the Rolling Shareholders: the Marciano family, Nicolai Marciano, and CEO Carlos Alberini. The brand's intellectual property is held in entities 51 percent owned by Authentic Brands Group and 49 percent by those shareholders.

When was Guess founded?

The four Marciano brothers founded Guess in 1981 in Los Angeles, launching with the Marilyn jean that sold out at Bloomingdale's.

Who is the CEO of Guess?

Carlos Alberini serves as chief executive officer of the private operating company, a role he has held since returning in 2019.

What does Authentic Brands Group own in Guess?

ABG owns 51 percent of the entities holding substantially all GUESS intellectual property. The Marciano family and management own the other 49 percent of the IP plus 100 percent of the operating company that runs the business.

What is Guess's annual revenue?

The private company no longer reports publicly. Its last public fiscal year showed approximately $3.1 billion in revenue, with global retail-equivalent sales of roughly $6 billion including licensee volume.

Where is Guess headquartered?

Guess?, Inc. is headquartered in Los Angeles, California, where it was founded, with the Switzerland office serving as the hub for European and international operations.