Helen of Troy posts strong Q2 FY27 earnings beat and raises full‑year outlook
Helen of Troy reported adjusted earnings of $0.79 per share for fiscal Q2 2027, well above the $0.51 consensus. Revenue came in at $440.9 million, a modest 2.1% year‑over‑year increase. The company expanded gross margin to 52.2% and lifted its FY2027 adjusted EPS guidance to $3.60‑$4.15 while cutting net debt. Management highlighted tariff refunds and margin expansion as key drivers.
Why it matters
The earnings beat and higher guidance suggest stronger profitability, which the company expects to translate into improved cash flow and earnings per share for FY2027 (the company raised its free‑cash‑flow outlook). Analysts note that the margin expansion and debt reduction enhance the firm’s financial flexibility.
Key facts
- 1Adjusted EPS of $0.79 beat the $0.51 consensus estimate. uk.investing.com
- 2Revenue was $440.9 million, up about 2.1% year over year. uk.investing.com
- 3Gross margin expanded to 52.2%, an increase of 800 basis points year over year. uk.investing.com
- 4FY2027 adjusted EPS guidance was raised to $3.60‑$4.15 per share. investing.com
- 5Net debt fell to $673 million, a reduction of $221 million from the prior year. uk.investing.com
- 6Free cash flow guidance for FY2027 was lifted to $120‑$140 million. uk.investing.com
Summary written by AlphAI from 16 of 18 sources. Not investment advice. Figures are as stated by the linked sources.