European Wax Center operates as a franchisor and operator of out-of-home waxing services in the United States. Company news has covered its waxing service categories, proprietary wax and skin-care product launches, brand partnerships, sponsorship activity, and operating updates tied to its center network and product sales.
European Wax Center also completed a take-private transaction by General Atlantic, after which its Class A common stock ceased trading and was no longer listed on the Nasdaq Stock Market. Subsequent reference coverage centers on the company's completed public-company transition, prior shareholder matters, and disclosures connected to the transaction.
European Wax Center (NASDAQ: EWCZ) agreed to be taken private by General Atlantic in an all-cash deal valuing equity at approximately $330 million. Stockholders (other than General Atlantic affiliates) will receive $5.80 per share, a 45% premium to the Feb 9, 2026 close and 51% to the 90-day VWAP. General Atlantic currently owns ~42%. The transaction, unanimously approved by a Special Committee, is expected to close in mid-2026, subject to stockholder and regulatory approvals; EWCZ will be delisted upon closing.
Company operates >1,000 centers, reported $951 million sales in fiscal 2024 and performs >23 million services annually.
European Wax Center (NASDAQ: EWCZ) earned the #1 ranking in the waxing category on Entrepreneur Magazine's 47th Annual 2026 Franchise 500®, marking its fifth consecutive year at the top.
Entrepreneur evaluated more than 150 data points across costs, growth, support, brand strength, and financial stability. European Wax Center operates more than 1,000 locations and highlights franchisee training, multi-channel marketing, real estate guidance, and guest retention tools.
European Wax Center (NASDAQ: EWCZ) updated its fiscal 2025 outlook ahead of the 2026 ICR Conference. The company reported 20 net center closings in fiscal 2025 (11 gross openings, 31 closures) and revised guidance: system-wide sales $945M–$948M, total revenue $206M–$208M, same-store sales 0.1%–0.3%, Adjusted EBITDA $72M–$74M, and Adjusted Net Income $33M–$35M. Results remain subject to quarter and year-end close and an audited financial report expected in March 2026.
European Wax Center (NASDAQ: EWCZ) reported third quarter fiscal 2025 results for the 13 weeks ended October 4, 2025. Key Q3 metrics: system-wide sales $238.2M (-0.8% YoY), total revenue $54.2M (-2.2% YoY), same-store sales +0.2%, GAAP net income $5.4M (+164.4% YoY) and Adjusted EBITDA $20.2M (+9.6% YoY; margin 37.2%). The company repurchased ~1.2M shares for $4.6M (cumulative repurchases $45.9M) and ended the quarter with $73.6M cash and $387.0M senior secured notes outstanding. Fiscal 2025 guidance was reiterated: system-wide sales $940–950M, total revenue $205–209M, Adjusted EBITDA $69–71M, and net new center closings of 23–28 expected for the year.
European Wax Center (NASDAQ: EWCZ) will report third quarter fiscal 2025 results before the market opens on Wednesday, November 12, 2025.
Management will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. ET / 7:00 a.m. CT to review results; analysts must register online and other participants can access the webcast at https://investors.waxcenter.com/. A replay will be available two hours after the call and archived for one year.
Company facts included: more than 1,000 centers in 44 states, ~23 million services per year, and $951 million in sales in fiscal 2024.
European Wax Center (NASDAQ: EWCZ), the leading U.S. franchisor of out-of-home waxing services, has announced equity inducement grants for two new executive appointments. Angela Jaskolski, the new Chief Operating Officer, received 125,000 restricted stock units (RSUs) and stock options to purchase 465,000 shares at various exercise prices ($4.66, $9.00, and $12.00).
Kurtis Smith, appointed as Chief Development Officer, was granted 95,000 RSUs and options to purchase 350,000 shares at similar price points ($4.69, $9.00, and $12.00). Both grants, effective August 2025, were made under the company's 2025 Inducement Plan and will vest over four years, subject to continued employment.
European Wax Center (NASDAQ: EWCZ), the leading U.S. out-of-home waxing services franchisor, reported Q2 2025 results with mixed performance. System-wide sales decreased 1.0% to $257.6 million, while total revenue declined 6.6% to $55.9 million. Same-store sales showed a modest increase of 0.3%.
The company's net income decreased 9.0% to $5.4 million, while Adjusted EBITDA improved 4.7% to $21.6 million. The company maintained its network of 1,059 centers across 44 states, with 2 openings and 5 closures during the quarter.
European Wax Center revised its fiscal 2025 outlook, lowering system-wide sales expectations to $940-950 million (from $940-960 million) and total revenue to $205-209 million (from $210-214 million). The company expects 28 to 50 net center closings in fiscal 2025.
European Wax Center (NASDAQ: EWCZ), the leading franchisor of waxing services, has launched its first-ever EWC TREAT® All Over Deodorant, expanding its product portfolio. The $18 aluminum-free cream deodorant is designed for full-body use, featuring a unique formula that combines odor protection with hair thickness reduction properties.
The product contains key ingredients including Glycolic Acid for odor neutralization, Prebiotics for skin balance, and Narcissus Bulb Extract for hair thickness reduction. The dermatologist and gynecologist-tested formula is available through waxcenter.com and European Wax Center locations nationwide.
European Wax Center (NASDAQ: EWCZ), the leading U.S. franchisor of out-of-home waxing services, will release its Q2 2025 financial results on August 13, 2025, before market open. Management will host a conference call at 8:00 a.m. ET to discuss the results.
The company operates over 1,000 centers across 44 states and performed more than 23 million services annually. In fiscal 2024, the network generated sales of $951 million. European Wax Center is known for its innovative Comfort Wax® formulation and is Certified™ by Great Place to Work®.
European Wax Center (NASDAQ: EWCZ), the leading out-of-home waxing services franchisor, has achieved significant recognition in Entrepreneur Magazine's 2025 franchise rankings. The company secured a top 20 position in the Top Franchises for Multi-Unit Owners list, improving from its 2024 ranking, and maintained its position as the top waxing franchise in the Best of the Best Franchises list.
CEO Chris Morris highlighted that the majority of their franchisees are multi-unit owners, with 20% operating five or more centers. The company, which has over 1,000 locations nationwide, provides comprehensive support to franchisees, including training, marketing, real estate guidance, and guest retention tools.