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Dec 31, 2020
Estee Lauder Q2 2021 Earnings Report
Net sales increased and diluted EPS rose.
Key Takeaways
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. reported a net sales increase of 5% and a diluted EPS increase of 56% for its second quarter ended December 31, 2020. The company's performance was fueled by Skin Care, Fragrance, Asia/Pacific, Travel Retail in Asia, and global Online, with double-digit sales growth from Estée Lauder and La Mer brands.
Net sales increased 5% and diluted EPS rose 56%.
Skin Care, Fragrance, Asia/Pacific, Travel Retail in Asia, and global Online fueled performance.
Double-digit sales growth from Estée Lauder and La Mer brands.
Successfully combined technology and data with beauty advisors to enhance online shopping experience.
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Forward Guidance
The Company expects to maintain momentum and continue to deliver sequentially improving sales growth. As the global recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic progresses, the Company plans to accelerate its investment in attractive opportunities, including a recovery of categories that were most affected by the pandemic.
Positive Outlook
- Reported net sales are forecasted to increase between 13% and 14% versus the prior-year period.
- Excluding the impact of currency, net sales are forecasted to increase between 10% and 11%.
- Reported diluted net earnings per common share are projected to be between $.99 and $1.11.
- Adjusted diluted earnings per common share are expected to increase between 26% and 38% on a constant currency basis.
- The Company expects to take charges associated with previously approved restructuring and other activities.
Challenges Ahead
- Given the recent surge of COVID-19 infections globally and the uncertainty around the timing, speed and duration of the recovery from the adverse impacts of COVID-19, the Company is not providing specific sales and EPS guidance for the fiscal 2021 full year.
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