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Helen of Troy Q2 2026 earnings summary

Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.
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Q2 2026 earnings summary9 Oct, 2025

Executive summary

  • Net sales declined 8.9% year-over-year to $431.8 million for the quarter, with organic sales down 16%, partially offset by Olive & June's $33.4 million contribution.

  • New CEO Scott Uzzell outlined a turnaround vision focused on innovation, operational simplification, and restoring growth, with leadership transition underway.

  • The company reported a net loss of $308.6 million for the quarter, mainly due to $326.4 million in non-cash asset impairment charges.

  • Adjusted EPS was $0.59, down from $1.21, and adjusted operating margin was 6.2%.

  • Five key priorities for turnaround: stakeholder confidence, go-to-market effectiveness, innovation, brand fundamentals, and culture.

Financial highlights

  • Q2 consolidated net sales were $431.8 million, down 8.9% year-over-year; organic net sales declined 16%.

  • Gross profit margin fell 140 bps to 44.2%, mainly due to higher tariffs and promotional expenses.

  • Adjusted operating margin was 6.2%; adjusted EBITDA margin was 8.4%.

  • Free cash flow year-to-date was $23 million, despite a $34 million drag from higher tariff payments.

  • Non-cash asset impairment charges of $326.4 million were recognized, primarily due to a sustained decline in stock price.

Outlook and guidance

  • FY26 net sales expected between $1.739 billion and $1.78 billion, a decline of 8.8% to 6.7% year-over-year.

  • Adjusted EPS guidance for FY26 is $3.75–$4.25, down 47.7% to 40.7% year-over-year.

  • Q3 net sales expected between $491 million and $512 million, with adjusted EPS of $1.55–$1.80.

  • Margin compression anticipated due to tariffs, promotional environment, and product mix, partially offset by cost reductions and price increases.

  • Ongoing cost reduction and tariff mitigation actions expected to reduce net tariff impact on operating income to less than $20 million.

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Helen of Troy Limited is a consumer products company that designs, develops, and markets branded housewares, health and wellness, and beauty products. Its portfolio includes appliances, cookware, personal care devices, and grooming tools sold through retail, e-commerce, and professional channels. The company operates globally under several well-known brand names. Helen of Troy Limited is headquartered in Hamilton, Bermuda, and its shares are listed on the NASDAQ.

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