The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. manufactures, markets, and sells skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products worldwide. It offers skin care products, including moisturizers, serums, cleansers, toners, body care, exfoliators, acne care and oil correctors, facial masks, and sun care products; and makeup products, such as lipsticks, lip glosses, mascaras, foundations, eyeshadows, nail polishes, and powders, as well as compacts, brushes, and other makeup tools. The company also provides fragrance products in various forms comprising eau de parfum sprays and colognes, as well as lotions, powders, creams, candles, and soaps; and hair care products that include shampoos, conditioners, styling products, treatment, finishing sprays, and hair color products, as well as sells ancillary products and services. It offers its products under the Estée Lauder, Clinique, Origins, M·A·C, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, La Mer, Aveda, Jo Malone London, TOM FORD, Too Faced, Dr.Jart+, and The Ordinary brands. The company sells its products through department stores, specialty-multi retailers, upscale perfumeries and pharmacies, and salons and spas; freestanding stores; its own and authorized retailer websites; third-party online malls; stores in airports; and duty-free locations. The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. was founded in 1946 and is headquartered in New York, New York.

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The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) on Wednesday closed down by -0.24%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) closed up by +0.04%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) closed down by -0.58%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25) fell -0.29%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU25) fell -0.64%.
Stock indexes on Wednesday extended Tuesday's slide, with the S&P 500 falling to a 1.5-week low and the Nasdaq 100 dropping to a 2-week low. The weakness in the Magnificent Seven technology companies and the selloff in chip stocks weighed on the overall market. Also, disappointing corporate news was negative for stocks, as Target fell more than -6% after forecasting a bigger-than-expected decline in full-year sales. Estee Lauder fell more than -3% after forecasting weaker-than-expected 2026 EPS.
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Walmart rose more than +1% on Wednesday to keep the Dow Jones Industrials in positive territory. Walmart settled higher on expectations that its Q2 earnings report, which will be released before Thursday's open, will show comparable-store sales coming in ahead of estimates. The consensus is that total Q2 US comparable sales ex-gasoline rose +4.21%.
US MBA mortgage applications fell -1.4% in the week ended August 15, with the purchase mortgage sub-index up +0.1% and the refinancing sub-index down -3.1%. The average 30-year fixed rate mortgage rose +1 bp to 6.68% from 6.67% in the prior week.
Wednesday's minutes of the July 29-30 FOMC meeting were slightly hawkish and negative for stocks. The minutes showed that most policymakers judged the upside risk to inflation as a greater risk than weaker employment, saying the labor market was "solid" but inflation remained "somewhat elevated."
Diplomatic talks over the war in Ukraine continue to make headway. President Trump is pushing for a summit between Presidents Putin and Zelenskiy soon, and European leaders are discussing a plan to send British and French troops to Ukraine as part of a peace agreement. The outcome of the talks could have macroeconomic implications regarding tariffs and oil prices, and could, of course, have significant consequences for European security.
The focus of the markets this week will be on any new tariff news and signs of progress toward a Ukraine peace deal. On Thursday, weekly initial unemployment claims are expected to climb by +1,000 to 225,000, and the Aug Philadelphia Fed business outlook survey is expected to fall to 6.7 from 15.9 in July. Also, the Aug S&P manufacturing PMI is expected to remain unchanged at 49.8. In addition, Jul existing home sales are expected to fall -0.3% m/m to 3.92 million. On Friday, Fed Chair Powell speaks on the economic outlook at the Federal Reserve's annual symposium at Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Regarding tariffs, President Trump widened steel and aluminum tariffs to include more than 400 consumer items that contain the metals, such as motorcycles, auto parts, furniture components, and tableware. The change went into effect on Monday and did not exclude goods already in transit. Last Friday, Mr. Trump said, "I'll be setting tariffs next week and the week after on steel and on, I would say chips – chips and semiconductors, we'll be setting sometime next week, week after." Mr. Trump last week said he planned a 100% tariff on semiconductors but would exempt companies that move chip manufacturing to the US. Mr. Trump also mentioned 200% or 300% tariffs on chips.
In other recent tariff news, Mr. Trump last Tuesday extended the tariff truce with China for another 90 days until November. On August 6, Mr. Trump announced that he will double tariffs on US imports from India to 50% from the current 25% tariff, due to India's purchases of Russian oil. On August 5, Mr. Trump said that US tariffs on pharmaceutical imports would be announced "within the next week or so." According to Bloomberg Economics, the average US tariff will rise to 15.2% if rates are implemented as announced, up from 13.3% earlier, and significantly higher than the 2.3% in 2024 before the tariffs were announced.
Federal funds futures prices are discounting the chances for a -25 bp rate cut at 84% at the September 16-17 FOMC meeting, down from 93% last Thursday. The markets are discounting the chances at 55% for a second -25 bp rate cut at the following meeting on October 28-29.
Earnings reports indicate that S&P 500 earnings for Q2 are on track to rise +9.1% y/y, much better than the pre-season expectations of +2.8% y/y and the most in four years, according to Bloomberg Intelligence. With over 93% of S&P 500 firms having reported Q2 earnings, about 83% of companies exceeded profit estimates.
Overseas stock markets on Wednesday settled mixed. The Euro Stoxx 50 closed down -0.20%. China's Shanghai Composite climbed to a new 10-year high and closed up +1.04%. Japan's Nikkei Stock 225 closed down -1.51%.
Interest Rates
September 10-year T-notes (ZNU25) on Wednesday closed up +3 ticks, and the 10-year T-note yield fell -1.5 bp to 4.291%. Sep T-notes posted modest gains on Wednesday, supported by weakness in equity markets. Also, falling inflation expectations were supportive of T-notes after the 10-year breakeven inflation rate fell to a 2-week low on Wednesday of 2.350%. T-notes garnered support after the Wall Street Journal reported that President Trump is considering firing Fed Governor Lisa Cook over allegations that she committed mortgage fraud. If Cook is fired or resigns, Mr. Trump could appoint another Fed Governor who favors his lower interest rate policies.
T-notes fell back from their best levels due to weak demand for the Treasury's $16 billion auction of 20-year T-bonds, which showed the bid-to-cover ratio of 2.54, below the 10-auction average of 2.60. Also, Wednesday's hawkish minutes of the July 29-30 FOMC meeting weighed on T-note prices.
European government bond yields on Wednesday moved lower. The 10-year German bund yield fell -3.3 bp to 2.717%. The 10-year UK gilt yield fell -6.8 bp to 4.672%.
ECB President Lagarde said the Eurozone economy is likely to see slower growth this quarter, with questions over global trade remaining despite recent trade deals with the US reducing uncertainty.
UK Jul CPI rose +3.8% y/y, stronger than expectations of +3.7% y/y and the fastest pace of increase in 1.5 years. Jul core CPI also rose +3.8% y/y, stronger than expectations of +3.7% y/y.
Swaps are discounting the chances at 7% for a -25 bp rate cut by the ECB at the September 11 policy meeting.
US Stock Movers
The Magnificent Seven stocks were under pressure on Wednesday, weighing on the broader market. Apple (AAPL), Alphabet (GOOGL), Amazon (AMZN), and Tesla (TSLA) closed down more than -1%. Also, Microsoft (MSFT) closed down -0.79%, Meta Platforms (META) closed down -0.50%, and Nvidia (NVDA) closed down -0.14%.
Weakness in chip stocks is a drag on the overall market. Intel (INTC) closed down more than -6% to lead losers in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100, and Micron Technology (MU) closed down more than -3%. Also, ARM Holdings Plc (ARM) closed down more than -2%, and Broadcom (AVGO), Marvell Technology (MRVL), and Lam Research (LRCX) closed down more than -1%.
James Hardie Industries Plc (JHX) closed down more than -34% after reporting its Q2 operating profit sank -29% y/y and said difficult economic conditions continue to weigh on homebuyers after recording the slowest spring season in more than twelve years.
La-Z-Boy (LZB) closed down more than -12% after reporting Q1 comparable sales fell -4% y/y versus -3% y/y, and forecast Q2 sales of $510 million-$530 million, the midpoint below the consensus of $528.5 million.
Target (TGT) closed down more than -6% after forecasting a full-year sales decline of a low single-digit percentage compared to the consensus of a -1.71% decline.
Estee Lauder (EL) closed down more than -3% after forecasting 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.90-$2.10, weaker than the consensus of $2.16.
Avis Budget Group (CAR) closed down more than -5%, CarMax (KMX) closed down more than -2%, and Carvana (CVNA) closed down more than -1% after CNBC reported that Hertz Global Holdings will start selling pre-owned cars on Amazon Autos.
Analog Devices (ADI) closed up more than +6% to lead gainers in the S&P 500 and Nasdaq 100 after reporting Q3 revenue of $2.88 billion, better than the consensus of $2.76 billion.
Hertz Global Holdings (HTZ) closed up more than +6% after CNBC reported the company will start selling pre-owned cars on Amazon Autos.
Regeneron Pharmaceuticals (REGN) closed up more than +3% after it said it expects action by the FDA on its multiple regulatory submissions for its Eylea HD product by Q4 of 2025, which is sooner than anticipated, according to BMO Capital Markets.
TJX Cos (TJX) closed up more than +2% after reporting Q3 comparable sales rose +4%, stronger than the consensus of +3.09%, and boosting its 2026 comparable sales forecast to +3% from a previous estimate of +2% to 3%, better than the consensus of +2.87%.
Dayforce (DAY) closed up more than +2% on reports that the company is in advanced talks with Thoma Bravo to be acquired for $70 a share.
Jack Henry & Associates (JKHY) closed up more than +2% after reporting Q4 processing revenue of $264.1 million, above the consensus of $255.3 million.
McCormick & Co. (MKC) closed up more than +1% after JPMorgan Chase double upgraded the stock to overweight from underweight with a price target of $83.
Earnings Reports(8/21/2025)
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Stocks Finish Mostly Lower on Tech Stock Weakness

Key Points
Estée Lauder reported double-digit declines in revenue last quarter.
However, those results beat low expectations, as management touted the company's cost-cutting plan.
The new CEO projects a return to growth in 2026, but investors are clearly skeptical.
Shares of beauty giant Estée Lauder (NYSE: EL) fell as much as 6.1% on Wednesday before recovering to a 4.3% decline as of 2:25 PM ET following this morning's Q4 2025 earnings release.
The beauty giant reported results that actually beat analysts' very low expectations but still showed stark declines from the prior year. While Estée Lauder's new CEO touted savings from the company's "Profit Recovery and Growth Plan," or PRGP, it appears continued revenue declines have led to investor skepticism over management's 2026 guidance.
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A lackluster fourth quarter closes out a disappointing year
In the fourth quarter, Estée Lauder showed a revenue decline of 11.9% to $3.41 billion, with adjusted (non-GAAP) earnings per share plunging 86% to just $0.09. While those numbers seem dire, they were actually better than feared relative to analyst expectations.
The 12% revenue decline was led by a 24% decline in sales to the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region on a constant currency basis. However, management noted this was due to a weak travel-related business that mostly comes from Chinese citizens traveling abroad. There were also difficult comparisons in that segment, as the year-ago quarter had a big inventory replenishment.
Still, even outside of that region, sales fell 5% in the Americas and 4% in Asia/Pacific on a constant currency basis.
The company's new CEO, Stéphane de La Faverie, took over in January and expanded the PRGP cost-saving program in February, which has led to the cutting of 5,800 to 7,000 employees. That, combined with macroeconomic forces, could be weighing on revenue. On the other hand, management claims adjusted gross margins have structurally expanded over the past year, even as revenue declined.
Management projects a return to growth in the year ahead
While the cost cuts may be pressuring Estée Lauder's top line today, management expects revenue to grow 0% to 3% in the year ahead on a constant currency basis.
Given that possibility, today's sell-off could be an opportunity. While the stock has recovered strongly off its April lows, Estée Lauder remains a whopping 76% below its all-time highs of early 2022.
Still, Estée Lauder trades at a lofty 40 times forward earnings, so investors will need to believe that more profit growth is at hand beyond next year in order for the stock to regain a meaningful portion of its multiyear decline.
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Why Estée Lauder Dropped Today

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is down by -1.01%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) is down by -0.27%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down by -1.75%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25) are down -1.06%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU25) are down -1.80%.
Stock indexes today have extended Tuesday’s losses, with the S&P 500 falling to a 1.5-week low and the Nasdaq 100 dropping to a 2-week low. The weakness in the Magnificent Seven technology companies and a selloff in chip stocks are weighing on the overall market. Also, disappointing corporate news is negative for stocks, with Target down more than -7% after forecasting a bigger-than-expected decline in full-year sales. Estee Lauder is down more than -5% after forecasting weaker-than-expected 2026 EPS.
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US MBA mortgage applications fell -1.4% in the week ended August 15, with the purchase mortgage sub-index up +0.1% and the refinancing sub-index down -3.1%. The average 30-year fixed rate mortgage rose +1 bp to 6.68% from 6.67% in the prior week.
Diplomatic talks over the war in Ukraine continue to make headway. President Trump is pushing for a summit between Presidents Putin and Zelenskiy soon, and European leaders are discussing a plan to send British and French troops to Ukraine as part of a peace agreement. The outcome of the talks could have macroeconomic implications regarding tariffs and oil prices, and could, of course, have significant consequences for European security.
The focus of the markets this week will be on any new tariff news and signs of progress toward a Ukraine peace deal. Later today, the minutes of the July 29-30 FOMC meeting will be released. On Thursday, weekly initial unemployment claims are expected to climb by +1,000 to 225,000, and the Aug Philadelphia Fed business outlook survey is expected to fall to 6.7 from 15.9 in July. Also, the Aug S&P manufacturing PMI is expected to remain unchanged at 49.8. In addition, Jul existing home sales are expected to fall -0.3% m/m to 3.92 million. On Friday, Fed Chair Powell speaks on the economic outlook at the Federal Reserve’s annual symposium at Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Regarding tariffs, President Trump widened steel and aluminum tariffs to include more than 400 consumer items that contain the metals, such as motorcycles, auto parts, furniture components, and tableware. The change went into effect on Monday and did not exclude goods already in transit. Last Friday, Mr. Trump said, “I’ll be setting tariffs next week and the week after on steel and on, I would say chips – chips and semiconductors, we’ll be setting sometime next week, week after.” Mr. Trump last week said he planned a 100% tariff on semiconductors but would exempt companies that move chip manufacturing to the US. Mr. Trump also mentioned 200% or 300% tariffs on chips.
In other recent tariff news, Mr. Trump last Tuesday extended the tariff truce with China for another 90 days until November. On August 6, Mr. Trump announced that he will double tariffs on US imports from India to 50% from the current 25% tariff, due to India’s purchases of Russian oil. On August 5, Mr. Trump said that US tariffs on pharmaceutical imports would be announced “within the next week or so.” According to Bloomberg Economics, the average US tariff will rise to 15.2% if rates are implemented as announced, up from 13.3% earlier, and significantly higher than the 2.3% in 2024 before the tariffs were announced.
Federal funds futures prices are discounting the chances for a -25 bp rate cut at 84% at the September 16-17 FOMC meeting, down from 93% last Thursday. The markets are discounting the chances at 55% for a second -25 bp rate cut at the following meeting on October 28-29.
Earnings reports indicate that S&P 500 earnings for Q2 are on track to rise +9.1% y/y, much better than the pre-season expectations of +2.8% y/y and the most in four years, according to Bloomberg Intelligence. With over 92% of S&P 500 firms having reported Q2 earnings, about 82% of companies exceeded profit estimates.
Overseas stock markets today are mixed. The Euro Stoxx 50 is down -0.22%. China’s Shanghai Composite climbed to a new 10-year high and closed up +1.04%. Japan’s Nikkei Stock 225 closed down -1.51%.
Interest Rates
September 10-year T-notes (ZNU25) today are up +6 ticks, and the 10-year T-note yield is down -2.5 bp to 4.281%. Sep T-notes are modestly higher today, supported by weakness in equity markets. Also, strength in European government bonds is providing carryover support to T-notes. T-notes remained higher after the Wall Street Journal reported that President Trump is considering firing Fed Governor Lisa Cook over allegations that she committed mortgage fraud. If Cook is fired or resigns, Mr. Trump could appoint another Fed Governor who favors his lower interest rate policies.
Supply pressures are limiting gains in T-notes as the Treasury will auction $16 billion of 20-year T-bonds later today. Also, concerns that last week’s bearish US July CPI and PPI reports could keep the Fed from cutting interest rates at next month’s FOMC meeting are weighing on T-notes.
European government bond yields today are moving lower. The 10-year German bund yield is down -3.4 bp to 2.716%. The 10-year UK gilt yield is down -6.0 bp to 4.680%.
ECB President Lagarde said the Eurozone economy is likely to see slower growth this quarter, with questions over global trade remaining despite recent trade deals with the US reducing uncertainty.
UK Jul CPI rose +3.8% y/y, stronger than expectations of +3.7% y/y and the fastest pace of increase in 1.5 years. Jul core CPI also rose +3.8% y/y, stronger than expectations of +3.7% y/y.
Swaps are discounting the chances at 7% for a -25 bp rate cut by the ECB at the September 11 policy meeting.
US Stock Movers
The Magnificent Seven stocks are under pressure today, weighing on the broader market. Tesla (TSLA) is down more than -4% and Nvidia (NVDA) is down more than -3%. Also, Meta Platforms (META), Alphabet (GOOGL), and Amazon (AMZN) are down more than -2%, and Apple (AAPL) is down more than -1%. Microsoft (MSFT) is down -0.33%.
Weakness in chip stocks is a drag on the overall market. Intel (INTC) is down more than -7% and Micron Technology (MU) is down more than -6%. Also, Advanced Micro Devices (AMD), ARM Holdings Plc (ARM), and Marvell Technology (MRVL) are down more than -4%. In addition, Broadcom (AVGO) is down more than -3%, and Lam Research (LRCX), Applied Materials (AMAT), ON Semiconductor (ON), and GlobalFoundries (GFS) are down more than -2%.
James Hardie Industries Plc (JHX) is down more than -36% after reporting its Q2 operating profit sank -29% y/y and said difficult economic conditions continue to weigh on homebuyers after recording the slowest spring season in more than twelve years.
La-Z-Boy (LZB) is down more than -13% after reporting Q1 comparable sales fell -4% y/y versus -3% y/y, and forecast Q2 sales of $510 million-$530 million, the midpoint below the consensus of $528.5 million.
Target (TGT) is down more than -7% after forecasting a full-year sales decline of a low single-digit percentage compared to the consensus of a -1.71% decline.
Estee Lauder (EL) is down more than -5% after forecasting 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.90-$2.10, weaker than the consensus of $2.16.
Carvana (CVNA) and Avis Budget Group (CAR) are down more than -5%, and CarMax (KMX) is down more than -1% after CNBC reported that Hertz Global Holdings will start selling pre-owned cars on Amazon Autos.
TJX Cos (TJX) is up more than +4% to lead gainers in the S&P 500 after reporting Q3 comparable sales rose +4%, stronger than the consensus of +3.09%, and boosting its 2026 comparable sales forecast to +3% from a previous estimate of +2% to 3%, better than the consensus of +2.87%.
Hertz Global Holdings (HTZ) is up more than +5% after CNBC reported the company will start selling pre-owned cars on Amazon Autos.
Dayforce (DAY) is up more than +2% on reports that the company is in advanced talks with Thoma Bravo to be acquired for $70 a share.
Analog Devices (ADI) is up more than +2% to lead gainers in the Nasdaq 100 after reporting Q3 revenue of $2.88 billion, better than the consensus of $2.76 billion.
Jack Henry & Associates (JKHY) is up more than +2% after reporting Q4 processing revenue of $264.1 million, above the consensus of $255.3 million.
McCormick & Co. (MKC) is up more than +1% after JPMorgan Chase double upgraded the stock to overweight from underweight with a price target of $83.
Lowe’s (LOW) is up more than +1% after acquiring Foundation Building Materials for about $8.8 billion as it expands beyond home improvement supplies.
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Stock Losses Accelerate on a Rout in Tech Stocks

The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. (EL) reported fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 results, with the top and bottom lines beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate. However, net sales and earnings declined year over year.
Adjusted earnings of 9 cents per share beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 8 cents in the fiscal fourth quarter. The bottom line decreased 85% from earnings of 64 cents in the year-ago quarter.
The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
The company's quarterly net sales of $3,411 million beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $3,402 million. However, the top line declined 12% year over year. Organic net sales declined 13% to reach $3,381 million, reflecting decreases across all product categories, except Fragrance, and all geographic regions.
Category-Wise Revenue Results for EL's Q4
Skin Care’s sales were down 16% year over year to $1,705 million. The downside is primarily due to Estee Lauder and La Mer, reflecting the challenges in the company’s Asia travel retail business.
Makeup revenues declined 11% year over year to $982 million, primarily due to lower Estee Lauder sales from softness in Asia travel retail, declines across all regions for M·A·C, and reduced North American sales for Too Faced, impacted by retail softness and the timing of shipments.
In the Fragrance category, revenues of $560 million increased 4%, led by luxury brands Le Labo and Jo Malone London. Growth was supported by successful hero product franchises, innovation, targeted consumer expansion throughout fiscal 2025, and increased consumer-facing investments.
Hair Care sales totaled $141 million, down 15% year over year, largely due to ongoing brick-and-mortar challenges in North America, which offset benefits from the fourth-quarter fiscal 2025 launch of Aveda in Amazon’s U.S. Premium Beauty store.
Regional Revenue Results for EL's Q4
Sales in the Americas fell 6% year over year to $949 million. Revenues in the Europe, the Middle East & Africa (EMEA) region declined 22% to $1,293 million. In the Asia-Pacific region, sales tumbled 3% to $1,166 million.
EL’s Q4 Margin Breakdown: Key Insights
The Estee Lauder Companies’ adjusted gross margin improved 10 basis points year over year to 71.9%. This growth was primarily fueled by gains from the company’s Profit Recovery and Growth Plan (“PRGP”).
The company reported an operating loss of $390 million compared with a loss of $233 million in the prior-year period. Excluding returns and charges related to restructuring and other activities, the operating loss was $288 million compared with a loss of $137 million a year ago, caused by declines across all product categories and geographic regions, with the exception of Asia/Pacific. Adjusted Operating Income declined 61% to reach $137 million.
EL’s Financial Health Snapshot
This Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company exited the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $2,921 million, long-term debt of $7,314 million and total equity of $3,865 million.
The net cash flow provided for operating activities for the 12 months ended June 30, 2025, was $1,272 million. Capital expenditures during this time amounted to $602 million. The company said it paid a dividend totaling $618 million during this time.
EL announced a quarterly dividend of 35 cents per share on its Class A and Class B Common Stock, payable Sept. 16 to its shareholders of record as of Sept. 2, 2025.
EL’s Restructuring Program of PRGP
In February 2025, The Estee Lauder Companies announced an expansion of the PRGP, including a comprehensive restructuring initiative aimed at transforming its operating model. The plan is set to be largely executed with completion expected in fiscal 2027, when the company anticipates realizing nearly all of the full run-rate benefits. The PRGP is designed to support a return to sales growth in fiscal 2026, restore a solid double-digit adjusted operating margin over the next few years and continue to mitigate the impact of external market volatility.
The Estee Lauder Companies anticipates incurring restructuring and related charges ranging from $1.2 billion to $1.6 billion before taxes as part of its PRGP. The restructuring initiative is expected to generate annual gross benefits estimated between $800 million and $1 billion, before taxes. As part of this effort, the company predicts a net reduction in positions of approximately 5,800 to 7,000.
What to Expect From EL in Fiscal 2026?
For fiscal 2026, reported net sales are estimated to rise 2-5% compared with the prior-year level. The company’s adjusted organic net sales are also anticipated to grow 0-3% in the year. The adjusted earnings per share are likely to increase 26-39%, ranging from $1.90 to $2.10 in fiscal 2026. Adjusted operating margin is expected at 9.4-9.9%.
For the first quarter of fiscal 2026, the company expects organic net sales in the range of a low-single-digit decline to slightly positive. This outlook indicates high-single-digit growth in the global travel retail business, a return to solid growth in mainland China and a more moderate decline in other markets.
EL stock has gained 37.4% in the past three months compared with the industry’s growth of 33%.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Levi’s current fiscal-year earnings indicates growth of 4% from the year-ago actual. LEVI delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 25.9%.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Wolverine’s current fiscal-year earnings and sales indicates growth of 44% and 6.1%, respectively, from the year-ago actuals.
Dillard's, Inc. (DDS) operates retail department stores in the southeastern, southwestern, and midwestern areas of the United States, currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). DDS delivered a trailing four-quarter average earnings surprise of 24%.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Dillard's current fiscal-year sales and earnings indicates a decrease of 0.1% and 16.8%, respectively, from the year-ago period’s levels.
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Estee Lauder Q4 Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Down 12% Y/Y

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX) (SPY) today is down by -0.30%, the Dow Jones Industrials Index ($DOWI) (DIA) is down by -0.12%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX) (QQQ) is down by -0.67%. September E-mini S&P futures (ESU25) are down -0.35%, and September E-mini Nasdaq futures (NQU25) are down -0.71%.
Stock indexes today extended Tuesday’s losses, with the S&P 500 falling to a 1-week low and the Nasdaq 100 dropping to a 2-week low. The weakness in the Magnificent Seven technology companies and losses in chip makers are weighing on the overall market. Also, disappointing corporate news is negative for stocks, with Target down more than 8% after forecasting a bigger-than-expected decline in full-year sales. Estee Lauder is down more than -3% after forecasting weaker-than-expected 2026 EPS.
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US MBA mortgage applications fell -1.4% in the week ended August 15, with the purchase mortgage sub-index up +0.1% and the refinancing sub-index down -3.1%. The average 30-year fixed rate mortgage rose +1 bp to 6.68% from 6.67% in the prior week.
Diplomatic talks over the war in Ukraine continue to make headway. President Trump is pushing for a summit between Presidents Putin and Zelenskiy soon, and European leaders are discussing a plan to send British and French troops to Ukraine as part of a peace agreement. The outcome of the talks could have macroeconomic implications regarding tariffs and oil prices, and could, of course, have significant consequences for European security.
The focus of the markets this week will be on any new tariff news and signs of progress toward a Ukraine peace deal. On Wednesday, the minutes of the July 29-30 FOMC meeting will be released. On Thursday, weekly initial unemployment claims are expected to climb by +1,000 to 225,000, and the Aug Philadelphia Fed business outlook survey is expected to fall to 6.7 from 15.9 in July. Also, the Aug S&P manufacturing PMI is expected to remain unchanged at 49.8. In addition, Jul existing home sales are expected to fall -0.3% m/m to 3.92 million. On Friday, Fed Chair Powell speaks on the economic outlook at the Federal Reserve’s annual symposium at Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Regarding tariffs, President Trump widened steel and aluminum tariffs to include more than 400 consumer items that contain the metals, such as motorcycles, auto parts, furniture components, and tableware. The change went into effect on Monday and did not exclude goods already in transit. Last Friday, Mr. Trump said, “I’ll be setting tariffs next week and the week after on steel and on, I would say chips – chips and semiconductors, we’ll be setting sometime next week, week after.” Mr. Trump last week said he planned a 100% tariff on semiconductors but would exempt companies that move chip manufacturing to the US. Mr. Trump also mentioned 200% or 300% tariffs on chips.
In other recent tariff news, Mr. Trump last Tuesday extended the tariff truce with China for another 90 days until November. On August 6, Mr. Trump announced that he will double tariffs on US imports from India to 50% from the current 25% tariff, due to India’s purchases of Russian oil. On August 5, Mr. Trump said that US tariffs on pharmaceutical imports would be announced “within the next week or so.” According to Bloomberg Economics, the average US tariff will rise to 15.2% if rates are implemented as announced, up from 13.3% earlier, and significantly higher than the 2.3% in 2024 before the tariffs were announced.
Federal funds futures prices are discounting the chances for a -25 bp rate cut at 84% at the September 16-17 FOMC meeting, down from 93% last Thursday. The markets are discounting the chances at 55% for a second -25 bp rate cut at the following meeting on October 28-29.
Earnings reports indicate that S&P 500 earnings for Q2 are on track to rise +9.1% y/y, much better than the pre-season expectations of +2.8% y/y and the most in four years, according to Bloomberg Intelligence. With over 92% of S&P 500 firms having reported Q2 earnings, about 82% of companies exceeded profit estimates.
Overseas stock markets today are mixed. The Euro Stoxx 50 is down -0.09%. China’s Shanghai Composite climbed to a new 10-year high and closed up +1.04%. Japan’s Nikkei Stock 225 closed down -1.51%.
Interest Rates
September 10-year T-notes (ZNU25) today are up +2 ticks, and the 10-year T-note yield is down -0.6 bp to 4.300%. Sep T-notes are modestly higher today, supported by weakness in equity markets. Also, strength in European government bonds is providing carryover support to T-notes.
Supply pressures are limiting gains in T-notes as the Treasury will auction $16 billion of 20-year T-bonds later today. Also, concerns that last week’s bearish US July CPI and PPI reports could keep the Fed from cutting interest rates at next month’s FOMC meeting are weighing on T-notes.
European government bond yields today are moving lower. The 10-year German bund yield is down -1.7 bp to 2.734%. The 10-year UK gilt yield is down -4.4 bp to 4.696%.
ECB President Lagarde said the Eurozone economy is likely to see slower growth this quarter, with questions over global trade remaining despite recent trade deals with the US reducing uncertainty.
UK Jul CPI rose +3.8% y/y, stronger than expectations of +3.7% y/y and the fastest pace of increase in 1.5 years. Jul core CPI also rose +3.8% y/y, stronger than expectations of +3.7% y/y.
Swaps are discounting the chances at 7% for a -25 bp rate cut by the ECB at the September 11 policy meeting.
US Stock Movers
The Magnificent Seven stocks are under pressure today, weighing on the broader market. Nvidia (NVDA), Tesla (TSLA), and Meta Platforms (META) are down more than -2%. Also, Alphabet (GOOGL), Amazon (AMZN), and Apple (AAPL) are down more than -1%. Microsoft (MSFT) is down 0.05%.
Weakness in chip stocks is a drag on the overall market. Intel (INTC) is down more than -6% to lead losers in the Nasdaq 100. Also, Micron Technology (MU) is down more than -3%, and Advanced Micro Devices (AMD) and ARM Holdings Plc (ARM) are down more than -2%. In addition, Broadcom (AVGO), Applied Materials (AMAT), and Marvell Technology (MRVL) are down more than -1%.
James Hardie Industries Plc (JHX) is down more than -33% after reporting its Q2 operating profit sank -29% y/y and said difficult economic conditions continue to weigh on homebuyers after recording the slowest spring season in more than twelve years.
La-Z-Boy (LZB) is down more than -13% after reporting Q1 comparable sales fell -4% y/y versus -3% y/y, and forecast Q2 sales of $510 million-$530 million, the midpoint below the consensus of $528.5 million.
Target (TGT) is down more than -8% to lead losers in the S&P 500 after forecasting a full-year sales decline of low-single digit percentage compared to the consensus of a -1.71% decline.
Estee Lauder (EL) is down more than -3% after forecasting 2026 adjusted EPS of $1.90-$2.10, weaker than the consensus of $2.16.
Carvana (CVNA) and Avis Budget Group (CAR) are down more than -4%, and CarMax (KMX) is down more than -1% after CNBC reported that Hertz Global Holdings will start selling pre-owned cars on Amazon Autos.
TJX Cos (TJX) is up more than +5% to lead gainers in the S&P 500 after reporting Q3 comparable sales rose +4%, stronger than the consensus of +3.09%, and boosting its 2026 comparable sales forecast to +3% from a previous estimate of +2% to 3%, better than the consensus of +2.87%.
Hertz Global Holdings (HTZ) is up more than +5% after CNBC reported the company will start selling pre-owned cars on Amazon Autos.
Dayforce (DAY) is up more than +3% on reports that the company is in advanced talks with Thoma Bravo to be acquired for $70 a share.
Analog Devices (ADI) is up more than +2% to lead gainers in the Nasdaq 100 after reporting Q3 revenue of $2.88 billion, better than the consensus of $2.76 billion.
Nubank (NU) is up more than +2% after Citigroup double upgraded the stock to buy from sell with a price target of $18.
McCormick & Co. (MKC) is up more than +2% after JPMorgan Chase double upgraded the stock to overweight from underweight with a price target of $83.
Lowe’s (LOW) is up more than +1% after acquiring Foundation Building Materials for about $8.8 billion as it expands beyond home improvement supplies.
Earnings Reports(8/20/2025)
Analog Devices Inc (ADI), Coty Inc (COTY), Estee Lauder Cos Inc/The (EL), Lowe’s Cos Inc (LOW), Nordson Corp (NDSN), Target Corp (TGT), TJX Cos Inc/The (TJX).
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Tech Weakness and Negative Corporate News Weigh on Stocks

Much like the past few days of trading, we’re seeing some selling off in the Nasdaq, S&P 500 and small-cap Russell 2000 this morning, while the blue-chip Dow is narrowly holding onto hopes for a green open: the Dow is +10 points at this hour, +0.02%. The S&P 500 is -5 points, -0.09%, and the Nasdaq is -46 points, -0.20%. The Russell 2000 is -0.12% at this hour.
Earnings Reports Ahead of Today’s Open
Aside from reporting Q2 earnings, big-box retailer Target TGT announced that it will replace its long-term CEO Brian Cornell with 20-year Target veteran Michael Fiddelke as of February of next year. Target reported mixed results this morning, missing by 4 cents on its bottom line with earnings of $2.05 per share on revenues of $25.21 billion in the quarter, +1.2% better than analysts were expecting.
In Target’s case, it may take some time before investors warm to this front-office shakeup: pre-market trading has sent down TGT shares more than -10% so far in early trading. This piles on to the -22% performance in the shares, year to date.
The TJX Companies TJX, the parent of TJ Maxx, Marshall’s and HomeGoods stores, outpaced expectations on both top and bottom lines. Earnings of $1.10 per share amounted to a +8.9% beat, while revenues of $14.4 billion surpassed the Zacks consensus by +2.33%. Shares are up +4% on the news so far this morning, adding onto the +11.4% gains year to date.
Home improvement retailer Lowe’s LOW outpaced earnings estimates by a solid dime in its Q2 report ahead of today’s open to $4.33 per share. Revenues came in-line — officially a miss by a mere -0.01% to $23.96 billion in the quarter. Same-store sales turned around in the quarter, and shares are up +2.8% in pre-market trading.
Cosmetics giant Estee Lauder EL posted a one-penny beat to +$0.09 per share in the company’s fiscal Q4 report this morning, while revenues of $3.41 billion posted a modest beat of +0.27% over estimates. The company’s outlook has not impressed investors this morning, however, as shares are down -5% on the news, giving back a quarter of its gains year to date.
What to Expect After the Bell
The World Economic Symposium at Jackson Hole, Wyoming begins today and goes through Friday. Today, we’ll expect a speech from Fed Governor Chris Waller, one of the two dissenting voices at the July Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) meeting, at this symposium. Atlanta Fed President Raphael Bostic — one of the nine votes to keep rates steady — will also deliver speeches both today and tomorrow, but not at Jackson Hole.
What to Expect from the Stock Market This Week
Fed Chair Jerome Powell will give a speech between FOMC meetings at the Jackson Hole symposium this Friday. Most analysts currently expect Powell to give a neutral outlook on whether or not the Fed will lower rates below their current 4.25-4.50% range where we’ve been all of 2025 so far. Likely he will point to upcoming PCE, BLS, CPI and PPI numbers scheduled to be released between now and the next Fed meeting in mid-September.
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Pre-Markets Mixed to Open the Session

Key Points
Non-GAAP earnings per share fell 85% year over year to $0.09.
Revenue declined 12% to $3.41 billion (GAAP), Non-GAAP revenue for FY2025 significantly exceeded analyst expectations.
Gross margin improved to 72.0% despite lower sales.
Estée Lauder Companies (NYSE:EL), a leading name in global prestige beauty, reported its Q4 FY2025 results on August 20, 2025. The most notable news was a 12% year-over-year decrease in net sales (GAAP) as demand softened and restructuring continued. Earnings per share, excluding certain items, dropped sharply to $0.09 for the three months ended June 30, 2025. Revenue for the three months ended June 30, 2025 was $3.41 billion, just ahead of the consensus forecast of $3.40 billion (non-GAAP). Overall, the quarter reflected ongoing challenges, but also signs of operational improvement, as non-GAAP gross margin ticked higher to 74.0% in FY2025 despite falling sales and earnings.
Metric
Q4 2025
Q4 2025 Estimate
Q4 2024
Y/Y Change
EPS (Non-GAAP)
$0.09
$0.10
$0.64
(85)
Revenue (GAAP)
$3.41 billion
$3.40 billion
$3.87 billion
-11.9%
Revenue (Non-GAAP)
$3.41 billion
$3.87 billion
(12)
Gross Margin
72.0 %
71.8 %
0.2 pp
Adjusted Operating Income (Non-GAAP)
$137 million
$349 million
-212
Source: Analyst estimates provided by FactSet. Management expectations based on management's guidance, as provided in Q3 2025 earnings report.
Understanding Estée Lauder Companies' Business and Strategy
Estée Lauder Companies is known for its portfolio of luxury and prestige beauty brands, such as Estée Lauder, Clinique, and La Mer. The company sells skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products globally, reaching consumers through stores, online channels, and travel retail locations.
Maintaining and growing its brand portfolio is central to its strategy. Product innovation, ranging from new formulas to packaging and digital outreach, drives customer loyalty and keeps the company competitive. Expanding the global distribution network, embracing digital channels, and responding to changing shopping habits are all crucial to keeping its brands relevant. Sustainability and social impact have become more important too, with ongoing investment in eco-friendly practices and ingredient transparency. The Lauder family retains majority voting control, shaping governance and long-term direction.
Quarter in Review: Major Developments and Shifting Dynamics
The company reported a sharp drop in quarterly earnings and revenue, consistent with a challenging year for global beauty. The main causes were continued weak demand in key Asian markets and North America, ongoing disruptions in travel retail, and significant restructuring charges. Non-GAAP earnings per share fell to $0.09, down 85% from the prior-year period, as the business scaled back costs but could not offset lower sales volumes and higher restructuring expenses.
GAAP revenue fell 12% to $3.41 billion compared to the prior year. Non-GAAP revenue for FY2025 significantly exceeded market expectations, helped by cost discipline and operational adjustments implemented as part of the company's multi-year Profit Recovery and Growth Plan. Gross margin improved by 0.2 percentage points to 72.0% (GAAP), compared to Q4 FY2024. This increase, despite lower sales, signals that earlier cost-saving efforts and price adjustments provided some relief to profitability in FY2025.
Segment-level results highlighted persistent weakness across major categories. Skin care product sales dropped 17%, and makeup net sales fell 12% in the three months ended June 30, 2025. Fragrances, however, edged up 2%, buoyed by strong performance in Le Labo and Jo Malone London—both are fragrance brands positioned in the higher end of the market. Hair care net sales declined 15% year over year in the three months ended June 30, 2025. These figures reflect ongoing softness in travel retail and shifting consumer confidence, particularly in Asia.
Geographically, the Americas delivered a 6% drop in GAAP sales, while revenue in Europe, the Middle East, and Africa tumbled 18% in Q3 FY2025. The Asia/Pacific region posted a 3% organic net sales decline in Q3 FY2025. Operating income fell 61% on a non-GAAP basis, reflecting sales declines, impairment costs relating to underperforming brands, and higher restructuring outflows. The period also included the impact of previously announced impairment charges for brands such as TOM FORD (prestige fragrance and beauty), Dr.Jart+ (skin care), and Too Faced (makeup).
The most recently declared dividend was $0.35 per share. This amount was down from higher levels last year after a payout reduction. Dividends paid during FY2025 totaled $618 million, This represented a decrease of 35% compared to the prior year.
Innovation, Category Highlights, and Channel Expansion
Estée Lauder remains focused on launching new products and extending its successful lines. Recent releases include Estée Lauder Double Wear Stay-in-Place 24-Hour Concealer (makeup), La Mer The New Balancing Treatment Lotion (skin care), Clinique Almost Lipstick in Nude Honey (makeup), and The Ordinary UV Filters SPF 45 Serum (skin care). These launches aim to extend market share and attract new consumers across regions.
Digital expansion was a key focus for the quarter, with the company introducing eight brands to Amazon’s U.S. Premium Beauty platform, expanding on Amazon in Canada, and ramping up its presence on Southeast Asian platforms Shopee and TikTok Shop. The Ordinary, another skin care brand, continues to be a growth driver in digital channels. Innovation in both product and sales strategy is critical to the company’s success, especially during periods of slow demand growth.
Fragrance brand Le Labo posted notable increases in net sales in FY2025, with Le Labo’s sales climbing strongly thanks to new store openings and expanded retail distribution, even as TOM FORD and a few other brands faced operational challenges, leading to impairment charges that weighed on quarterly and annual results.
The company was recognized by CDP for its 2024 environmental disclosures, achieving an A for Climate and A- for Water. Investments in artificial intelligence, digital supply chain optimization, and biotechnology partnerships were announced, underlining the company’s longer-term commitment to both efficiency and responsible business practices.
Looking Ahead: Guidance and Key Watch Points
Management provided financial guidance for fiscal 2026 and expressed cautious optimism for a return to organic revenue growth after three years of declines. The company expects organic net sales growth of 0–3% for FY2026, with an adjusted earnings per share range of $1.90–$2.10 (non-GAAP). Margins are expected to improve, with adjusted operating margin guided to 9.4–9.9%. However, the guidance reflects ongoing pressure from restructuring, anticipated tariff costs of $100 million, and a higher expected tax rate of about 36 %.
Operating cash flow is estimated to decline to $1.0–$1.1 billion as the company spends on restructuring. Capital investment is expected to equal about 4% of sales. Investors should watch sales trends in China and North America, pace of travel retail recovery, continued gross margin improvement, and the impact of tariffs and restructuring costs. With significant restructuring charges and brand impairments planned through fiscal 2027, monitoring the effectiveness of the Profit Recovery and Growth Plan and cash generation will remain top priorities for the quarters ahead.
Revenue and net income presented using U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP) unless otherwise noted.
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Estée Lauder Posts 12% Sales Drop in Q4

Estee Lauder (EL) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.09 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.08 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.64 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.
This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +12.50%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this beauty products company would post earnings of $0.29 per share when it actually produced earnings of $0.65, delivering a surprise of +124.14%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates four times.
Estee Lauder, which belongs to the Zacks Cosmetics industry, posted revenues of $3.41 billion for the quarter ended June 2025, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.27%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $3.87 billion. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates three times over the last four quarters.
The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.
Estee Lauder shares have added about 19.9% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 9%.
What's Next for Estee Lauder?
While Estee Lauder has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?
There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.
Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.
Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Estee Lauder was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $0.22 on $3.33 billion in revenues for the coming quarter and $2.13 on $14.61 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.
Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Cosmetics is currently in the bottom 24% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
Hain Celestial (HAIN), another stock in the broader Zacks Consumer Staples sector, has yet to report results for the quarter ended June 2025. The results are expected to be released on September 15.
This organic and natural products company is expected to post quarterly earnings of $0.04 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of -69.2%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has been revised 40% lower over the last 30 days to the current level.
Hain Celestial's revenues are expected to be $376.77 million, down 10% from the year-ago quarter.
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Estee Lauder (EL) Surpasses Q4 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

(RTTNews) - The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL) announced Loss for its fourth quarter of -$546 million
The company's earnings came in at -$546 million, or -$1.51 per share. This compares with -$284 million, or -$0.79 per share, last year.
The company's revenue for the period fell 11.9% to $3.411 billion from $3.871 billion last year.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. earnings at a glance (GAAP) :
-Earnings: -$546 Mln. vs. -$284 Mln. last year. -EPS: -$1.51 vs. -$0.79 last year. -Revenue: $3.411 Bln vs. $3.871 Bln last year.
Excluding items, the company reported fourth-quarter profit of $0.09 per share, less than $0.64 per share in the same period last year. On average, 19-analysts polled, had projected the firm to earn $0.09 per share for the final quarter. Analysts’ estimates typically exclude special items.
The Board will pay a quarterly dividend of $0.35 per share on September 16, to stockholders of record as of September 2.
Looking ahead, for the 12-month period to June 30, 2026 (fiscal 2026), Estée Lauder expects net profit of $1.63 to $1.87 per share, with adjusted income per share of $1.90 to $2.10, below analysts’ forecast of $2.22 per share.
For fiscal 2025, Estée Lauder registered a net loss of $3.15 per share, with adjusted profit of $1.51 per share.
The company anticipates full-year sales growth of 2% to 5%. For fiscal 2025, Estée Lauder recorded sales of $14.326 billion.
EL was down by 8.08% at $82.69 in the pre-market trade on the New York Stock Exchange.
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The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. Q4 Loss Widens

Tuesday, August 19, 2025
Today we saw a further continuance of highly valued tech stocks being pulled back, leading to a deeper drop on the Nasdaq relative to other major indexes today. The Dow closed the session up +10 points, +0.02%, while the S&P 500 slipped -37 points, -0.59%. The Nasdaq shed -314 points on the day, -1.46%, while the small-cap Russell 2000 was -17, -0.78%.
The Nasdaq had already begun to tack lower on Monday, but dropped to another level Tuesday. Intel data mining major Palantir PLTR slip -9.3% on the day, now down -16.5% over the past five sessions. On the other side, Home Depot HD pleased investors with its full-year outlook this morning, and was up +3% during normal trading.
Toll Brothers Beats on Earnings and Sales
Luxury homebuilder Toll Brothers TOL outpaced expectations on both top and bottom lines in its fiscal Q3 earnings report released after the closing bell today. Earnings of $3.73 per share surpassed the $3.59 in the Zacks consensus, on $2.88 billion in revenues, improving over the $2.85 billion analysts were projecting. This is the company’s fourth earnings beat in the last five quarters.
Adjust Gross Margins matched the previous month at +27.5%, while orders came in lower than expected: -4% versus expectations of flat. The average home sold by Toll Brothers in the quarter came to $974K, slightly below what analysts were thinking. As such, shares are down -2% in late trading, though the stock had risen roughly +30% since May.
What to Expect from the Stock Market Wednesday
We’re expecting as big morning of retail earnings reports tomorrow morning. Target TGT, The TJX Stores TJX, Lowe’s LOW and Estee Lauder EL — all Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) stocks ahead of earnings — expect a wide array of results ahead of the open: Target -18.7% on earnings year over year, TJX +5%, Lowe’s +3.2% and Estee Lauder -87.5% on its year-over-year bottom line.
We take a break from major economic reports during early trading Wednesday. At 2pm ET, the minutes from the latest Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC), where the Fed kept rates steady at 4.25-4.50% for the fifth-straight meeting, come out. This was the first time in more than 30 years that more than one voting Fed member dissented. In July’s case, Fed Governors Chris Waller and Michelle Bowman, both appointees of President Trump, voted for a 25 basis point (bps) cut.
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