Amer Sports, Inc. Q1 2026 Earnings Recap

Amer Sports shares rose 5.1% as the broad-based growth across its premium brands and notably strong Salomon softgoods performance drove upside, outweighing any concerns in other segments.

Key Takeaways

• Group sales grew 32% year-over-year with adjusted operating margin expanding by 160 basis points, reflecting efficient scaling.
• Salomon softgoods delivered exceptional growth, benefiting from increased brand awareness and expanded distribution, especially in North America.
• Arc’teryx continued strong double-digit growth across all regions, led by 19% omni-channel comp growth and a promising women’s segment expansion.
• Winter sports equipment franchise maintained market share amid challenging conditions, though growth expectations remain tempered.
• The company emphasized ongoing investments in design, direct-to-consumer infrastructure, and sustainability initiatives like ReBIRD, supporting long-term momentum.