Penti
Turkey
Penti is a Turkish legwear manufacturer and retailer of hosiery, lingerie, beachwear and related products, operating through Penti Giyim Ticaret A.S. The Carlyle Group lists it in its portfolio of investments, but the date and current status of that investment were not stated.
| Company | Penti Giyim Ticaret A.S. |
|---|---|
| Location | Istanbul, Turkey |
| Core products | Legwear, lingerie, beachwear |
| Model | Manufacturer and retailer |
| Investor listing | The Carlyle Group (undated) |
| Segment | Mass market and fast fashion |
| Website | penti.com |
What is Penti?
Penti is a Turkish intimates and legwear company. The Carlyle Group describes it as a major legwear manufacturer and a leading retailer of legwear, lingerie and beachwear in Turkey and nearby countries, with its location listed as Istanbul. The legal entity named on the brand's website is Penti Giyim Ticaret Anonim Sirketi.
Products and positioning
The website's range covers women's innerwear, homewear, socks, swimwear and accessories, men's innerwear, homewear, beachwear and socks, and children's clothing, activewear and sleepwear. This makes Penti a broad family underwear and hosiery brand in the value to mid-priced segment.
Ownership
Penti appears on the Carlyle Group's list of portfolio investments, but the page leaves the investment date blank and does not state a current ownership position or the size of any stake. Because ownership could not be established for 2026, no parent group is given here.
Business model and distribution
As both manufacturer and retailer, Penti is vertically integrated in legwear. The website offers a store finder under the Turkish heading Magazalarimiz, which indicates its own physical stores, and an online shop. Store numbers, founding year and revenue were not available in the sources reviewed, so none are stated.
Why it matters
Penti is one of Turkey's best-known specialist retailers in hosiery and intimates and an example of a manufacturer that moved downstream into branded retail across a regional footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Who owns Penti?
The Carlyle Group lists Penti among its portfolio investments, though the page gives no date or stake. Current ownership could not be verified from the sources reviewed.
What is Penti known for?
Penti is known for legwear and hosiery, as well as lingerie, beachwear and homewear for women, men and children.