The Estée Lauder Companies reported a decrease in net sales and a net loss for the third quarter of fiscal 2020, impacted by COVID-19 related retail store closures. However, the company saw strong growth in online sales and a recovery in mainland China, while also implementing cost control measures and enhancing liquidity.
Net sales decreased by 11% to $3.35 billion, or 9% excluding currency translation impacts.
The company reported a net loss of $(6) million, with a diluted loss per share of $(.02).
Adjusted diluted EPS fell 45% to $.86, excluding currency translation and other items.
Global online sales rose strong double-digits, and sales in mainland China and global travel retail increased.
Due to 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 2020 fourth quarter and full year.
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