The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. · Consumer Staples · Household & Personal Products
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$85.58
−$3.38 (−3.79%) 4:00 PM ET
After hours$85.80
+$0.22 (+0.26%) 8:52 AM ET
Prev closePrevC$88.95
OpenOpen$88.32
Day highHigh$88.32
Day lowLow$84.75
VolumeVol3,273,129
Avg volAvgVol3,737,160
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Mkt cap
$32.18B
P/E ratio
-120.53
FY Revenue
$14.83B
EPS
-0.71
Gross Margin
74.71%
Sector
Consumer Staples
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Volume vs average
Intraday (cumulative)
+13% (Above avg)
Vol/Avg: 1.13×
RSI
60.77(Strong)
Strong (60–70)
0255075100
MACD momentum
Intraday
+0.04 (Strong)
MACD: 0.06 Signal: 0.01
Short-Term
+0.94 (Strong)
MACD: 2.45 Signal: 1.51
Long-Term
+1.09 (Strong)
MACD: 1.10 Signal: 0.01
Intraday trend score
53.00
LOW38.00HIGH54.00
Latest news
EL•12 articles•Positive: 7Neutral: 3Negative: 2
NegativeThe Motley Fool• Pamela Kock
Ulta Beauty vs. The Estée Lauder Companies: Which Consumer Stock Is a Better Buy in 2026?
The article compares two beauty industry leaders with different business models. Ulta Beauty operates as a dominant U.S. retail platform with 1,500+ stores combining mass and luxury products, generating $12.4B in revenue with strong profitability. The Estée Lauder Companies is a global prestige brand manufacturer with presence in 150 countries but faced challenges in FY 2025 with an $1.1B net loss and declining revenue. The author recommends Ulta Beauty for its more resilient retail model, diverse customer base, and better financial health, while noting Estée Lauder's turnaround potential carries higher risk.
Significant financial deterioration with $14.3B revenue declining 8.5%, net loss of $1.1B (vs. $390M profit prior year), negative net margin (-7.9%), elevated debt-to-equity ratio (2.4x), and declining foot traffic at department stores. Faces structural headwinds from shrinking retail channels and international market weakness. Premium valuation (36.7x Forward P/E) not justified by current performance, though turnaround potential exists.
PositiveInvesting.com• Itai Smidt
S&P 500 Rally Defies Weak Sentiment and Hawkish Fed Signals
The S&P 500 rallied to new highs despite record-low consumer sentiment, hawkish Fed signals, and geopolitical tensions. The market is experiencing a broad rotation from mega-cap AI stocks to semiconductor suppliers, quantum computing names, and space-launch companies. Quantum computing stocks surged following a $2 billion Commerce Department investment, while chip suppliers and AI infrastructure plays outperformed. Yields retreated from recent highs, providing relief to equity multiples and enabling the rally to extend.
Up 9.49% after confirming termination of Puig merger talks, rewarding management for walking away from luxury-slump acquisition and re-rating beaten-down name
U.S. stock futures rose on Friday with the Dow Jones, S&P 500, and Nasdaq 100 all advancing. However, uncertainty surrounding U.S.-Iran peace talks and potential energy shocks are capping enthusiasm, with oil prices higher and the dollar near six-week highs. Several companies reported strong earnings, while inflation concerns persist with April CPI at 3.8% and PPI at 6%.
Stock gained 10.40% after ending discussions about potential business combination with Puig, providing clarity
PositiveInvesting.com• Fiona Cincotta
Dow Jones Finally at Record Highs Despite Middle East Mixed Messaging
U.S. stocks reached record highs as the Dow Jones closed at a record level for the first time since February. Markets were buoyed by hopes of a U.S.-Iran peace deal, resilient corporate earnings, and AI trade optimism, though negotiations remain stalled over Iran's uranium stockpile and Strait of Hormuz control. Treasury yields eased, supporting sentiment, while oil prices declined despite supply disruptions.
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Sentiment note
Shares surged 11% in pre-market trading after a proposed merger with Spanish beauty group Puig fell through, indicating investor approval of the deal's collapse.
PositiveBenzinga• Erica Kollmann
Estée Lauder Walks Away From Merger Talks — Stock Surges
Estée Lauder and Puig have terminated merger discussions that were announced in March. The company will continue pursuing its Beauty Reimagined turnaround strategy as an independent entity. Investors responded positively, with EL stock surging 11.57% in after-hours trading.
Stock surged 11.57% following the announcement as investors welcomed the clarity and removal of deal speculation. Management expressed confidence in the company's standalone turnaround strategy and reported positive momentum in the business.
Facial Serum Market Growth Forecast 2026-2032 Featuring Amorepacific, Beiersdorf, Clarins, Coty, J&J, La Roche-Posay and More | Rising Demand for Targeted Skincare Treatments Drives Adoption of Facial Serums
The global facial serum market is projected to grow from US$5.0 billion in 2025 to US$7.2 billion by 2032, with a CAGR of 5.2%. Growth is driven by innovations in formulations, personalization through AI-driven skin analysis, clean beauty trends, and expansion of e-commerce channels. Anti-aging serums are expected to reach US$1.8 billion by 2032, while China is forecasted to grow at 8.1% CAGR.
Key player in the premium facial serum segment, positioned to benefit from market expansion and growing consumer investment in high-performance skincare.
The global makeup remover market is projected to grow from US$1.6 billion in 2025 to US$2.1 billion by 2032 at a 4.0% CAGR. Growth is driven by increasing demand for gentle, microbiome-friendly formulas, sustainable packaging alternatives, AI-driven personalization, and the popularity of double-cleansing routines. Key challenges include market saturation and declining use of traditional makeup wipes as consumers shift toward eco-friendly solutions.
Premium positioning aligns with growing demand for high-efficacy, dermatologist-tested, and ingredient-transparent makeup removers
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• Sns Insider
Moisturizing Cream Market Size to Hit USD 24.54 Billion by 2035, Driven by Rising Skincare Awareness and Demand for Natural Products | Research by SNS Insider
The global moisturizing cream market is projected to grow from USD 14.07 billion in 2025 to USD 24.54 billion by 2035, at a CAGR of 5.72%. Growth is driven by increasing skincare awareness, demand for natural products, and premium formulations. The U.S. market is expected to reach USD 6.97 billion by 2035. Asia Pacific is anticipated to witness the fastest growth at 6.28% CAGR, while North America currently dominates with 40.25% market share.
Identified as a key market player but no specific recent developments or strategic initiatives mentioned in the article.
NeutralBenzinga• Stjepan Kalinic
Kevin Warsh's Portfolio And The Fed's 'Plutocracy' Problem
Kevin Warsh, Donald Trump's nominee to replace Jerome Powell as Federal Reserve chair, faces scrutiny over his wealth ($192-226 million) and opaque portfolio holdings exceeding $100 million in confidential funds tied to crypto and AI ventures. Critics argue his immense wealth and undisclosed financial interests create conflicts of interest in regulating the sectors that generated his fortune, raising concerns about the Fed's independence and whether it will serve the many or the few.
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Sentiment note
Mentioned only as context regarding Warsh's wife's wealth as an Estée Lauder heiress; no direct criticism or analysis of the company itself is provided.
NegativeThe Motley Fool• Parkev Tatevosian, Cfa
Is Estee Lauder Stock a Buy Right Now?
Estee Lauder faces headwinds from rising import costs and consumer budget constraints in the competitive cosmetics industry. The article examines whether the stock presents a buying opportunity given these challenging market conditions.
The article highlights significant headwinds including rising import costs and stretched consumer budgets that are weighing on the company. The stock price is down 0.85% at $72.67, and the company operates in a fiercely competitive cosmetics industry facing margin pressures.
Major M&A activity continues with Estée Lauder in merger discussions with Puig ($40B), KKR acquiring Nothing Bundt Cakes ($2B+), and Amazon acquiring robotics firm Fauna. Other significant deals include Corebridge-Equitable Holdings merger ($22B), Merck's acquisition of Terns Pharmaceuticals ($6.7B), and Abbott closing its Exact Sciences deal ($21B). Several companies filed for bankruptcy including 23andMe and Applebee's franchisee NRPF.
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Sentiment note
Potential $40B merger with Puig represents significant strategic opportunity and potential value creation for shareholders
NeutralGlobeNewswire Inc.• Marketsandmarkets
Dry Shampoo Market worth $5.37 billion by 2030, at a CAGR of 4.3%, says MarketsandMarkets™
The global dry shampoo market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 4.3% from 2025 to 2030, driven by demand for convenient hair care solutions among working professionals, students, and travelers. Key growth factors include social media influence, e-commerce expansion, and the shift toward clean-label products. South America is projected to register significant growth, while spray/aerosol formats remain the dominant product segment.
Identified as a major player in the dry shampoo market but no specific competitive strategies or market initiatives are mentioned.
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