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This Beauty Retailer's Stock Is Leading the S&P 500 Higher Friday. Here's Why
Ulta Beauty (ULTA) shares surged to a record high on Friday after the cosmetics and fragrance retailer posted earnings that topped analysts' estimates and raised its outlook.
Ulta Beauty shares jump on Q3 beat and raise
Ulta Beauty Inc (NASDAQ:ULTA) shares surged more than 14% on Friday to trade at about $610 after the beauty retailer reported fiscal third quarter results that exceeded Wall Street expectations and raised its full-year guidance. Earnings per share came in at $5.14, surpassing analyst estimates of $4.55 and matching the prior-year figure.
Ulta Beauty: Q3 Was A Full-Face Beat And The Real Glow-Up (Margins) Starts In 2026
Ulta Beauty (ULTA) delivered a blowout Q3, beating estimates with 12.9% revenue growth and significant margin expansion, driving a 'strong buy' rating. ULTA's acquisition of Space NK, robust digital growth, and exclusive brand traction are fueling market share gains and a modernized customer experience. Management raised FY'25 guidance but appears conservative; margin expansion and share repurchases provide further upside potential.
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Ulta Beauty Inc. Profile
| Specialty Retail Industry | Consumer Discretionary Sector | Kecia L. Steelman CEO | LSE Exchange | US90384S3031 ISIN |
| US Country | 20,000 Employees | 16 Mar 2012 Last Dividend | - Last Split | 25 Oct 2007 IPO Date |
Overview
Ulta Beauty, Inc. is a recognized leader in the beauty industry, with a business model that revolves around operating specialty retail stores across the United States. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois, Ulta Beauty has carved a niche for itself by offering a wide array of cosmetics, fragrances, haircare, and skincare products. This extensive product range is complemented by related accessories and a variety of salon services, making it a one-stop shop for beauty enthusiasts. By distributing its products through an integrated network of stores, its website, and mobile applications, Ulta Beauty ensures a seamless shopping experience for its customers. Its commitment to providing both branded and private label beauty products underlines the company's dedication to quality and diversity in the beauty retail sector.
Products and Services
- Cosmetics: Ulta Beauty provides a comprehensive selection of cosmetics including makeup for eyes, lips, and face from leading brands and its own private label, the Ulta Beauty Collection.
- Fragrance: A wide variety of fragrances from renowned global brands catering to both men and women, ensuring a selection to suit diverse tastes and preferences.
- Haircare: Offering products for all hair types and concerns, Ulta Beauty's haircare range includes shampoos, conditioners, styling products, and professional hair treatments from top brands and private labels.
- Skincare: With an emphasis on nourishing and caring for the skin, Ulta Beauty's skincare line features cleansers, moisturizers, serums, and treatments from acclaimed brands, alongside its own Ulta Beauty Collection skincare products.
- Bath and Body Products: An array of bath and body essentials such as body washes, moisturizers, and specialty body care products, curated to enhance the bathing experience.
- Professional Hair Products and Salon Styling Tools: Catering to the needs of both professional stylists and consumers, Ulta Beauty offers professional-grade hair products and sophisticated styling tools to achieve salon-quality results at home.
- Salon Services: Beyond retail, Ulta Beauty provides comprehensive salon services, including haircuts, coloring, facial treatments, makeup applications, brow services, and nail care, administered by experienced professionals.
- Private Label Products: The Ulta Beauty Collection encompasses a variety of cosmetics, skincare, and bath products exclusive to Ulta, including specially curated Ulta Beauty branded gifts, reinforcing the brand's commitment to quality and exclusivity.
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