lululemon athletica inc. reports news on its technical performance apparel, footwear, accessories, and omnichannel retail business. Company updates commonly address financial results, product assortments for yoga, running, training, tennis, golf, and everyday movement, digital commerce initiatives, and international retail activity.
Recent coverage also includes governance and leadership developments, including board refreshment, executive succession, shareholder letters, and proxy-related communications. News about LULU frequently connects brand positioning, full-price sales, North America performance, international growth, and guest experience initiatives to the company’s broader athletic apparel strategy.
lululemon (LULU) appointed Maggie Gauger as President & Chief Product Officer and Joseph Godsey as Chief Operating Officer, effective October 26, 2026. Both positions are newly created as part of a revised senior leadership structure.
Chief Brand & Product Activation Officer Nikki Neuburger and Chief Supply Chain Officer Ted Dagnese will depart on November 6, 2026 to pursue other opportunities. Searches are underway for Chief Brand, Communications, Technology and Strategy Officers. CFO Meghan Frank will oversee global brand and technology on an interim basis until those leaders are appointed. André Maestrini, Shannon Higginson and Susan Gelinas will remain in their current roles. The company intends the structure to connect product creation, brand and operations more closely.
Digital Brands Group (DBGI) reported 221% year-over-year revenue growth for its AVO collegiate brand from August 1 through September 11, 2026. AVO's digital marketing spend fell 78% from the same period in 2025, and its return on ad spend was 3.65x. For universities launched in 2026, weekly net revenue rose 442% from Week 1, beginning August 1, to Week 6, beginning September 5. AVO plans to launch a redesigned e-commerce platform in the first week of October.
NIKE (NKE) appointed Alexandre Arnault to its board. lululemon athletica (LULU) described its full-year outlook as revised following its fiscal second quarter, which ended August 2, 2026. Under Armour (UAA) named François Arnaud a global brand ambassador for a HeatGear campaign. Platinum Trade Alerts received $4,600 from Digital Brands Group for coverage of the company's press releases.
lululemon athletica (LULU) reported second quarter fiscal 2026 net revenue of $2.4 billion, down 4% year over year, and diluted EPS of $2.92, including a tariff-related benefit. The quarter ended on August 2, 2026.
Comparable sales decreased 9%, with Americas comparable sales down 12% and international down 3%. Gross profit declined 1% to $1.5 billion, but gross margin rose 200 basis points to 60.5%, boosted by $134.5 million of International Emergency Economic Powers Act tariff refunds and $4.1 million of related interest, which added $0.86 to diluted EPS. Income from operations fell 13% to $453.7 million and operating margin contracted to 18.8%. The company repurchased 2.7 million shares for $330.0 million, ended the quarter with $1.4 billion in cash and $593.7 million of revolver capacity, and reduced inventories 1% in dollars and 7% on a unit basis. For 2026, lululemon now expects net revenue of $10.35–$10.50 billion (a 5%–7% decline) and EPS of $9.48–$9.73.
lululemon athletica (NASDAQ: LULU) will release its fiscal 2026 second quarter financial results on Thursday, September 3, 2026. The company will host a conference call at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time, with phone dial-in options and a live webcast, plus an online replay about two hours later.
lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU) reported first quarter fiscal 2026 net revenue of $2.5 billion, up 4% (2% constant currency). Comparable sales rose 1% (down 2% constant currency). Diluted EPS was $1.69, down from $2.60 a year earlier.
Americas net revenue fell 3%, while international net revenue grew 22%. Gross margin declined 410 bps to 54.2%, and operating margin fell to 11.2%. The company ended the quarter with $1.5 billion in cash, repurchased 2.2 million shares, and operated 816 stores.
For Q2 2026, lululemon expects net revenue of $2.450–$2.475 billion (down 3% to 2%) and EPS of $1.76–$1.81. For full-year 2026, net revenue is projected at $11.0–$11.15 billion (down 1% to 0%) with EPS of $10.95–$11.15.
lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU) entered a cooperation agreement with founder Dennis “Chip” Wilson, who holds about 8.7% of outstanding shares. Former ESPN CMO Laura Gentile and former On co-CEO Marc Maurer will join the Board after the 2026 annual meeting.
The Board plans to appoint an additional apparel product-and-brand expert by October 1, 2026. Wilson agreed to standstill, non-disparagement, voting, and related provisions for about 18 months. Instead of expense reimbursement, a donation will support athletics, art, and landscaping at Kitsilano Beach in Vancouver.
lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU) will open its first stores in Greece via franchise partner Arion Retail Group, marking its third new market of 2026. The Kolonaki, Athens store opens May 23, 2026, followed by Golden Hall on June 12, 2026.
The expansion supports lululemon’s strategic international growth, with six new markets planned over 12 months, including Poland, Hungary, Greece, Romania, Austria, and India.
lululemon (NASDAQ:LULU) will release first quarter fiscal 2026 results on Thursday, June 4, 2026. Management will host an earnings conference call at 4:30 p.m. Eastern time, with live webcast and replay available via the company’s investor relations website.
Chip Wilson (NASDAQ:LULU), founder and major lululemon shareholder, outlined his position on settlement talks with lululemon’s board.
He says he agreed in principle to eight board-proposed terms involving adding his nominees, declassifying the board, a two-year standstill, committee roles, and a new product/brand advisory council, while seeking customary refinements and regular shareholder-style meetings.
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