Le Coq Sportif Enters Judicial Restructuring Amid Financial Struggles
The French sportswear brand faces a six-month observation period to secure new investments and stabilize operations.
- Le Coq Sportif has been placed under judicial restructuring by the Paris Commercial Court, allowing a six-month observation period to maintain operations.
- The company, owned 75% by Swiss investment firm Airesis, has faced significant financial challenges, reporting a €28.2 million loss in 2023 and €18.2 million in the first half of 2024.
- Efforts are underway to attract new investors and strategic partners to address its financial instability and strengthen its business model.
- The company aims to leverage its role as the official outfitter for the Paris 2024 Olympics to showcase its global brand potential and French manufacturing expertise.
- Le Coq Sportif is also dealing with a €5.3 million dispute with the French Rugby Federation and outstanding loans from the French government and the Paris 2024 organizing committee.