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Douglas Q3 2025 earnings summary
Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.Q3 2025 earnings summary14 Aug, 2025
Executive summary
Group sales grew 3.2% year-over-year in Q3, with omnichannel sales up in both stores and e-commerce, reversing prior quarter's negative growth.
Net income improved by nearly €90 million, swinging from a loss to a €17 million profit in Q3; year-to-date net income surged to €161.3 million.
Omnichannel model, cost control, and improved financial results contributed to profitability and net leverage reduction.
Full-year guidance reconfirmed: sales slightly above €4.5 billion, adjusted EBITDA margin around 17%, and net income near €175 million.
Free cash flow increased, supporting financial flexibility and net leverage improvement.
Financial highlights
Reported EBITDA grew 1.4% year-over-year to €155 million in Q3; adjusted EBITDA declined 2.9% to €158 million.
Gross profit margin declined by 1.4 percentage points to 45.3% due to promotional pressure.
Free cash flow for Q3 rose to €104.8 million; for the first nine months, it reached €413 million.
Net financial debt reduced to €924 million, with net leverage ratio at 2.7x.
CapEx increased, focused on store refurbishments, new openings, and IT investments.
Outlook and guidance
Full-year sales expected slightly above €4.5 billion, with adjusted EBITDA margin around 17% and net income near €175 million.
Average net working capital targeted below 5% of sales.
Midterm forecast update to be provided during full-year reporting in December.
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Douglas AG is a retailer in the beauty and cosmetics sector in Europe. The company offers a wide range of products, including fragrances, cosmetics, skincare, and hair care products through its extensive network of physical stores and online platforms. Douglas has historically been known for its strong presence in the perfume industry but has diversified to include a broad spectrum of beauty and personal care items. The company is headquartered in Düsseldorf, Germany, and its shares are listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange.
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