Anta Sports has reported strong Q1 retail performance across its brand portfolio, with the flagship Anta brand recording high single-digit YoY growth in retail value. Fila saw 10%-20% growth, while other brands — including Descente and Kolon Sport — achieved 40%-45% growth. The results were attributed to extended Spring Festival holiday demand, a sharp recovery in apparel and footwear retail sales — up 10.4% YoY in January-February versus 0.6% in December 2025 — and steady online channel momentum. Anta said the overall retail environment improved significantly from Q4, with premium and specialized brands serving as key growth engines.

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