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Why the Time Is Right for a Gorpcore IPO

Amer Sports, the owner of Arc’teryx and Salomon is eyeing a US listing at a $10 billion valuation, even as fashion may be moving on from its outdoor fashion craze.
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Brands like Arc'teryx and Salomon found universal appeal in the late 2010s, becoming coveted fashion collaborators thanks in part to the gorpcore trend. (Arc'teryx)

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