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May 03
Ulta Q1 2025 Earnings Report
Ulta reported solid performance in Q1 2025 with increased revenue and earnings per share.
Key Takeaways
Ulta Beauty delivered stronger-than-expected results in Q1 FY25, with increases in revenue and EPS. The company saw improved comparable sales and announced an upward revision of its full-year EPS guidance.
Revenue rose to $2.85 billion, driven by increased comparable sales and new store contributions.
Diluted EPS climbed to $6.70, supported by operational efficiency.
Net income totaled $305.1 million for the quarter.
Ulta updated its full-year EPS guidance upward to a range of $22.65 to $23.20.
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Forward Guidance
Ulta raised its full-year EPS guidance and maintained other forecasts amid consumer demand uncertainty.
Positive Outlook
- Full-year EPS guidance raised to $22.65–$23.20
- Net sales expected between $11.5B–$11.7B
- Comparable sales forecast increased to 0%–1.5%
- Maintained expectations for ~60 new stores
- Strong balance sheet with over $2.3B remaining in share buyback authorization
Challenges Ahead
- Gross margin slightly declined to 39.1%
- SG&A expenses increased to 24.9% of sales
- Tax rate rose to 24.6%, reducing EPS benefit from stock compensation
- Uncertainty cited around consumer demand trends
- Other revenue declined, partially offsetting store and e-commerce gains
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income