UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, DC 20549

FORM 8-K

CURRENT REPORT
Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of The Securities Exchange Act of 1934
Date of Report (Date of earliest event reported)
August 2, 2021

PVH CORP. /DE/
(Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter)

Delaware
 
001-07572
 
13-1166910
 
(State or other jurisdiction of incorporation)
(Commission File Number)
(I.R.S. Employer Identification No.)
 
   200 MADISON AVENUE, NEW YORK, New York

10016
(Address of principal executive offices)
(Zip Code)
Registrant's telephone number, including area code (212)-381-3500
Not Applicable
(Former name or former address, if changed since last report)


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Securities registered pursuant to Section 12(b) of the Act:

Title of each class
Trading Symbol
Name of each exchange on which registered
Common Stock, $1.00 par value
PVH
New York Stock Exchange
Indicate by check mark whether the registrant is an emerging growth company as defined in Rule 405 of the Securities Act of 1933 (§230.405 of this chapter) or Rule 12b-2 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 (§240.12b-2 of this chapter).
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ITEM 8.01 OTHER EVENTS.
PVH Corp. announced on August 2, 2021 that it has completed its previously announced sale of the IZOD, Van Heusen, ARROW and Geoffrey Beene trademarks and certain related inventories and other assets to Authentic Brands Group for a cash purchase price of approximately $223 million, subject to adjustment. A copy of the press release is attached as Exhibit 99.1 to this report.
ITEM 9.01. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS.
(d) Exhibits.
Exhibit No.  
Description of Exhibit
 
99.1
 
104
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SIGNATURES

Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.



Date: August 2, 2021
PVH CORP.
 
 
 
By: /s/ Mark D. Fischer
 
Mark D. Fischer
 
Executive Vice President, General Counsel and Secretary




EXHIBIT 99.1
PVH Corp. Completes Sale of Heritage Brands to Authentic Brands Group
Transaction includes IZOD, VAN HEUSEN, ARROW and Geoffrey Beene

NEW YORK -- (BUSINESS WIRE) — August 2, 2021 -- PVH Corp. [NYSE: PVH] , parent company of Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER, announced today it has completed its previously announced sale of certain intellectual property and other assets of its Heritage Brands business to Authentic Brands Group (ABG). The cash purchase price for the transaction, which includes the IZODVan HeusenARROW and Geoffrey Beene trademarks and certain related inventories and other assets, was $223 million, subject to adjustment. 

Stefan Larsson, Chief Executive Officer, PVH Corp., commented, “PVH is entering a new growth chapter, executing against our accelerated recovery priorities and with clear focus on unlocking the full potential of our iconic, global growth brands, Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER. We also believe that ABG is well positioned to further develop and support our former Heritage Brands for future success.”
Mr. Larsson continued: “On behalf of PVH, I want to thank everyone who has been a part of the Heritage Brands team over the years, helping us become the strong, global company we are today.”
PVH will continue to own and operate the intimates and underwear businesses, led by Warner’s, as well as continue to operate its dress shirt and neckwear business, including under the brands being sold pursuant to a license from ABG.
PJ Solomon is serving as exclusive financial advisor to PVH on the transaction. Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz is acting as legal advisor.
About PVH Corp.
 
PVH is one of the world’s largest and most admired fashion companies, connecting with consumers in over 40 countries. Our global iconic brands include Calvin Klein and TOMMY HILFIGER. Our 140-year history is built on the strength of our brands, our team and our commitment to drive fashion forward for good. That’s the Power of Us. That’s the Power of PVH.
 
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PVH Corp. 
Cindy Leggett-Flynn
EVP, Global Communication
908-255-7159 (m) 
communications@pvh.com 

SAFE HARBOR STATEMENT UNDER THE PRIVATE SECURITIES LITIGATION REFORM ACT OF 1995: Forward-looking statements in this press release, including, without limitation, statements relating to PVH Corp.’s (the “Company”) future plans objectives, expectations and intentions are made pursuant to the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Investors are cautioned that such forward-looking statements are inherently subject to risks and uncertainties, many of which cannot be predicted with accuracy and some of which might not be anticipated, including, without limitation, (i) the Company’s plans, objectives, expectations and intentions are subject to change at any time at the discretion of the Company; (ii) potential adverse reactions or changes to business relationships resulting from the completion of the transaction; (iii) unexpected costs, charges or expenses resulting from the transaction; (iv) litigation relating to the transaction; (v) the Company may be considered to be highly leveraged and uses a significant portion of its cash flows to service its indebtedness, as a result of which the Company might not have sufficient funds to operate its businesses in the manner it intends or has operated in the past; and (vi) other risks and uncertainties indicated from time to time in the Company’s filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.