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The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. reports recurring developments in global prestige beauty, including results and outlook updates tied to skin care, makeup, fragrance, hair care and related brand activity. Company news commonly covers sales trends by product category and region, performance of brands such as Estée Lauder, Clinique, M·A·C, La Mer, Jo Malone London, Aveda, TOM FORD, The Ordinary and BALMAIN Beauty, and product introductions in prestige fragrance and skin care.
Updates also address portfolio investments, consumer-facing spending, distribution through retail and digital channels, and operating changes under the One ELC model and Profit Recovery and Growth Plan. These releases frame how the company manages its luxury and prestige beauty brands across approximately 150 countries and territories.
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.
The Estée Lauder Companies underscores its commitment to breast cancer awareness through its Breast Cancer Campaign. Since 1992, the Campaign has raised over $89 million for research and education, funding 293 medical research grants via the Breast Cancer Research Foundation. This year, the Campaign features a bold Pink Ribbon and aims to unite communities with various initiatives, including social media fundraising, educational materials, and community support programs. The company continues to honor the legacy of founder Evelyn H. Lauder in its mission to create a breast cancer-free world.