$HELE

U.S. stocks initially rose, with the Dow up 150 points, driven by strong earnings, including Morgan Stanley's Q2 EPS of $3.46 vs. estimates of $2.91. Later, markets reversed, with the Dow down 0.95%. European and Asian markets showed mixed performance. Commodities saw oil rise 5.6%, while gold and silver fell. Economic data included a rise in the Empire State manufacturing index and a decline in mortgage applications.

A survey by the British Standards Institution found 25% of U.S. businesses plan to reduce product lines in the next six months due to rising freight costs, tariffs, and uncertain customer spending. Companies like Under Armour and Helen of Troy have already cut underperforming products. Some retailers, including Walmart and SharkNinja, are using tariff refunds to lower prices or offset costs.

HELEN OF TROY LTD (HELE) filed an SEC Form 8-K — Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers: Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. Item 5.02 Departure of Directors or Certain Officers; Election of Directors; Appointment of Certain Officers; Compensatory Arrangements of Certain Officers. On August 25, 2026, at the annual general meeting of the shareholders (the “Annual Meeting”) of Helen of Troy Limited, a Be

Helen of Troy shareholders approved the board and pay plan. CEO Uzzell outlined a multi-year roadmap to stabilize the business, focusing on brand re-energization, consumer adaptation, and portfolio strengthening. The company faced challenges in fiscal 2026, including tariffs and changing trade patterns, but maintained cost discipline and generated strong cash flow. Uzzell characterized fiscal 2027 as a foundation year for the roadmap, with plans to reinvest in businesses and implement a general-

OXO, a Helen of Troy (Nasdaq: HELE) brand, launched a new pet feeding collection on Aug. 3, 2026, with items including nonslip bowls, slow-feeder bowls, a feeding mat, and an adjustable elevated feeder. A pet food storage line is planned for late 2026, featuring airtight containers and food storage with scoops. Products will be sold at major retailers, oxo.com, and Amazon.

Paradigm Capital Management increased its stake in Helen of Troy Limited (NASDAQ:HELE) by 64.3% in Q1 to 927,100 shares, worth about $13.37M, per its SEC 13F. Other institutions also adjusted positions. HELE shares opened at $28.47; the company reported Q2 EPS of $0.17 on revenue of $402.12M and issued FY2027 EPS guidance of 3.250 to 3.750.

Helen of Troy (HELE) reported Q1 FY2027 net sales of $402.1 million, up 8.2%, with adjusted diluted EPS of $0.17. Gross margin fell to 46.0% due to tariffs and mix. The company raised full-year net sales guidance to $1.759B-$1.831B and maintained free cash flow guidance of $85M-$100M, citing Prime Day phasing and tariff refund expectations.

Helen of Troy (HELE) reported Q1 net sales of $402.1M, up 8.2% and above the $374.6M estimate. Adjusted EPS was 17 cents, ahead of expectations, but gross margin fell to 46.0% on tariff costs and mix. Operating cash flow and free cash flow were negative. The company raised FY2027 net sales guidance to $1.759B-$1.831B.

Helen of Troy (HELE) reported a surprise Q1 adjusted EPS of $0.17 versus a consensus loss of $0.01, with net sales up 8.2% to $402.1M, above forecasts. It raised fiscal 2027 revenue guidance to $1.76B-$1.83B, kept adjusted EPS at $3.25-$3.75. The company cited progress on Project Pegasus and tariff-related margin pressure.

Helen of Troy (HELE) reported fiscal Q1 2027 adjusted EPS of $0.17, versus a consensus $0.05 loss per share. Revenue rose 8.2% to $402.1 million, above the $368.53 million estimate. FY2027 revenue guidance was raised to $1.759B-$1.831B; adjusted EPS guidance stayed at $3.25-$3.75. Gross margin fell to 46.0% amid tariffs and mix effects.