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The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) regularly issues news and press releases that highlight developments across its portfolio of prestige and luxury beauty brands in skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care. Company communications frequently describe new product and campaign activity at brands such as Estée Lauder, M·A·C, La Mer, Jo Malone London, Le Labo, TOM FORD, Aveda, and The Ordinary, among others.
Recent news has included brand and marketing updates, such as the Estée Lauder brand announcing actress Daisy Edgar-Jones as a Global Brand Ambassador for its skin care, makeup and fragrance lines. Releases also cover digital and technology initiatives, including the launch of the Jo Malone London AI Scent Advisor, an AI-powered online fragrance discovery experience built by The Estée Lauder Companies’ AI and Innovation teams using Google Cloud technologies.
Investors and followers of EL can also find coverage of financial events and capital markets activity. The company issues press releases and files Form 8‑K reports related to quarterly and annual financial results, participation in investor conferences, and secondary offerings of Class A Common Stock by trusts affiliated with descendants of Leonard A. Lauder. These communications often reiterate that the company is one of the world’s leading manufacturers, marketers, and sellers of quality beauty products, with sales in approximately 150 countries and territories.
Corporate governance and stockholder matters appear in news as well, including announcements of the timing and format of the Annual Meeting of Stockholders and summaries of voting outcomes on director elections, auditor ratification, advisory votes on executive compensation, and amendments to the Restated Certificate of Incorporation.
Strategic and portfolio updates also feature in the company’s news flow. For example, The Estée Lauder Companies has announced a strategic minority investment in Mexican luxury fragrance brand XINÚ through its New Incubation Ventures arm, describing this as its first investment in a Latin American brand and linking it to its focus on fragrance excellence and support for emerging beauty entrepreneurs.
For readers tracking EL, the news stream offers insight into brand-level initiatives, technology and innovation projects, financial performance disclosures, capital structure and governance developments, and selective investments in new beauty concepts across global markets.
The Estée Lauder Companies reported second quarter net sales of $4.85 billion, a 5% increase from the prior-year, driven by the acquisition of Have&Be Co. Ltd. and strong online sales growth. Net earnings rose to $873 million, up from $557 million a year ago, with diluted EPS reaching $2.37. Despite COVID-19 disruptions affecting foot traffic, significant growth in the Asia/Pacific region and online sales was noted. The company anticipates improving sales growth in future quarters, targeting a 13%-14% increase for the next quarter.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) announced a quarterly dividend of $0.53 per share on both Class A and Class B Common Stock, scheduled for March 15, 2021. Stockholders of record as of February 26, 2021 will be eligible for this payout. As a significant player in the global beauty market, the company offers a diverse range of products under renowned brands sold in approximately 150 countries.
The Estée Lauder Companies (NYSE:EL) announced the retirement of Gregory F. Polcer, Executive Vice President of Global Supply Chain, effective July 1, 2021. He will be succeeded by Roberto Canevari, starting May 1, 2021. Polcer has been instrumental in evolving the supply chain organization and implementing sustainability practices. Canevari, formerly with Unilever and Burberry, will oversee global supply chain operations and prioritize safety and sustainability. The transition aims to maintain the integrity and innovation of ELC's supply chain amid growing global demands.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) will announce its second quarter fiscal 2021 results on February 5, 2021, at 9:30 a.m. (ET). A live webcast of the conference call will discuss financial outcomes, future outlook, and corporate developments. Fabrizio Freda, President and CEO, along with Tracey T. Travis, EVP and CFO, will lead the call. Interested parties can access the webcast through the Company’s investor website, where the session will also be archived.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders, chaired by Executive Chairman William P. Lauder. Key highlights included the election of five new board members: Charlene Barshefsky, Wei Sun Christianson, Fabrizio Freda, Jane Lauder, and Leonard A. Lauder. Stockholders ratified PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent auditors for the fiscal year and approved the advisory vote on executive compensation. The company remains a leading global manufacturer in the personal care industry, with products available in approximately 150 countries.
The Estée Lauder Companies (EL) announced it has achieved Net Zero emissions and sourced 100% renewable electricity globally for its direct operations, fulfilling its RE100 commitment. This milestone supports the company’s broader climate strategy to set science-based emissions reduction targets across its operations and value chain. Key targets include a 50% reduction in absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 2030 and a 60% reduction in scope 3 GHG emissions per unit revenue, reinforcing its long-term commitment to sustainable practices.
The Estée Lauder Companies reported Q1 net sales of $3.56 billion, a 9% decline from $3.90 billion year-over-year. This drop was attributed to temporary retail closures and reduced foot traffic due to COVID-19 but was partially offset by strong online growth. Net earnings fell to $523 million, down from $595 million, with diluted EPS at $1.42 compared to $1.61 last year. Despite challenges, the company expects sequential improvement in sales, driven by growth in Asia/Pacific and online sales, and plans to raise its quarterly dividend by 10%. Cost control measures helped maintain operating margins amid lower sales.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) has announced a 10% increase in its quarterly dividend, raising it to $.53 per share from $.48 per share. This dividend will be payable on December 15, 2020, to stockholders on record as of November 30, 2020. The company is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of skin care, makeup, fragrance, and hair care products, with a presence in approximately 150 countries and territories under various brand names.
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) is set to release its fiscal 2021 first quarter results on November 2, 2020, at 9:30 a.m. (ET). A live webcast will follow, where President and CEO Fabrizio Freda, along with EVP and CFO Tracey T. Travis, will discuss the results and future prospects. The company's extensive product portfolio includes top brands such as Estée Lauder, Clinique, and M·A·C, sold in approximately 150 countries. Investors can access the webcast through the company's investor relations website.
The Estée Lauder Companies (NYSE:EL) announced the retirement of Dennis McEniry, President of ELC Online, after nearly 20 years. He will be succeeded by Gibu Thomas on November 16, 2020. Under McEniry's leadership, ELC Online expanded significantly, contributing 22% to the company's net sales in fiscal 2020. McEniry's tenure was marked by growth in e-commerce and omnichannel strategies, achieving 100% growth in online sales during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2020. Gibu Thomas brings extensive experience from PepsiCo and Walmart, aiming to drive further growth in the online sector.
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