Anta and Li Ning in Talks to Buy UK Sportswear Firm Castore
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On 22 October 2026, Ming Pao Daily Economic cited a Financial Times report that Tom Beahon, co-founder of UK premium sportswear maker Castore, said the company is in talks over a possible sale after Anta Sports and Li Ning expressed interest. Beahon also said Castore remains in discussions with several major US footwear brands. The report did not mention other details such as the deal value, timetable or progress of the negotiations.
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- 明報·每日經濟FT: Anta and Li Ning in Talks to Buy British Sportswear Firm Castore
Tom Beahon, co-founder of British premium sportswear maker Castore, told the Financial Times that the company is in talks over a possible sale after Anta Sports and Li Ning expressed interest. Beahon said Castore is still in discussions with several large American footwear brands.
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