OC&C advises ANTA Sports on acquisition of Jack Wolfskin

We are pleased to congratulate ANTA Sports on its agreement to acquire Jack Wolfskin from Topgolf Callaway Brands Corp. We provided commercial due diligence to ANTA Sports in support of this transaction.

Founded in 1981, Jack Wolfskin is recognised for its high-quality, sustainable outdoor products and strong European market presence. The brand has continued to grow its global reach, with a reputation rooted in innovation, functionality and a commitment to environmental responsibility. Since 2019 under Topgolf Callaway Brands’ ownership, Jack Wolfskin has further invested in product development and brand visibility across key international markets.

ANTA Sports is one of the world’s leading sportswear companies, with a strong track record of acquiring and scaling international brands. The acquisition of Jack Wolfskin, strengthens ANTA’s global portfolio and enhances its position in the outdoor and lifestyle segments.

This acquisition aligns with ANTA Sports’ multi-brand strategy, with Jack Wolfskin bringing complementary strengths to the group, housing brands like Fila China, Kolon Sport and a majority stake in Amer Sport. Further, with the boom of the outdoor lifestyle space, particularly in Europe, this acquisition supports ANTA’s ambition to become a leading global sportswear platform.

We wish ANTA Sports, the Jack Wolfskin team and TopGolf Callaway every success in the future.

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