Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-27 02:28Core Viewpoint - Anta Sports is acquiring a 29.06% stake in Puma SE for over €1.5 billion (approximately RMB 12.278 billion), making Anta the largest shareholder of Puma after the transaction is completed [1][8]. Group 1: Acquisition Details - The acquisition is expected to enhance Anta's position and brand recognition in the global sports goods market, thereby increasing its overall international competitiveness [6][13]. - The transaction is anticipated to be completed by the end of 2026, pending regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions [6][13]. - The funding for the acquisition will come entirely from Anta Group's internal cash reserves [6][13]. Group 2: Puma's Financial Performance - Puma has experienced a decline in performance, with a net profit of €360 million in 2023, dropping to €342 million in 2024, and reporting a net loss of €247 million in the first half of 2025 [5][13]. - In Q3 2025, Puma reported a net loss of €62.3 million and plans to cut approximately 900 white-collar jobs globally by the end of 2026 as part of cost-reduction measures [5][13]. Group 3: Anta's Recent Activities - Anta has been active in acquiring foreign brands, including the full acquisition of German outdoor brand Jack Wolfskin for $290 million (approximately RMB 2.1 billion) in April 2025 [6][14]. - Anta Sports is also the largest shareholder of Amer Sports Inc., having completed its acquisition in 2019, which includes brands like Arc'teryx and Salomon [7][14]. - For the first half of 2025, Anta reported a revenue of RMB 16.95 billion for its brand, a 5.4% year-on-year increase, and RMB 14.18 billion for the FILA brand, an 8.6% increase [7][15].