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Levi Strauss & Co. Goes Public and Returns to Private Ownership

This timeline outlines the company's journey as a publicly traded entity and its eventual return to private ownership.
Levi Strauss & Co. Goes Public
1971
Levi Strauss & Co. went public, offering shares on the stock market. This move provided the company with capital for expansion and further growth.
Increased Competition
1980s and 1990s
Levi Strauss & Co. faced increased competition from other denim brands and fashion retailers. The company had to adapt to changing consumer preferences and market trends.
Return to Private Ownership
1996
The Haas family, descendants of Levi Strauss, led a leveraged buyout to take Levi Strauss & Co. private again. This move allowed the company to focus on long-term strategic goals without the pressures of the public market.
Levi Strauss & Co. Goes Public Again
2019
Levi Strauss & Co. returned to the public market in 2019, listing shares on the New York Stock Exchange. The IPO was a significant milestone for the company and reflected its continued brand strength and market position.