Edgewell Personal Care Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal 2026 Results

(NYSE:EPC) Edgewell Personal Care Company announced its results for the fourth fiscal quarter and full fiscal year ended September 30, 2026. Fourth quarter net sales were $484.1 million, representing a 3.0% increase compared to the prior year quarter. Full year net sales were $1,996.5 million, up 1.8% from the prior year. Organic net sales increased 3.1% for the quarter and 0.3% for the full year. GAAP diluted net earnings per share from continuing operations were $0.23 for the quarter, compared to $0.26 in the prior year quarter, and $(0.05) for the full year, compared to $0.93 in the prior year. Adjusted EPS was $0.78 for the quarter, up from $0.52 in the prior year quarter, and $1.93 for the full year, up from $1.81 in the prior year. The company ended the fourth quarter with $375.6 million in cash on hand and access to an additional $418.8 million under its U.S. revolving credit facility. Dividends totaling $6.9 million were returned to shareholders in the fourth quarter, and the Board declared a cash dividend of $0.15 per common share on November 12, 2026. Gross profit for the quarter was $209.6 million, up from $188.4 million in the prior year quarter, with gross margin at 43.3%. Adjusted gross margin increased to 45.7%. Advertising and sales promotion expense was $56.1 million, or 11.6% of net sales, up from $45.9 million in the prior year quarter. SG&A expense was $107.2 million, or 22.1% of net sales, compared to $105.5 million, or 22.5% in the prior year quarter. The company recorded pre-tax restructuring and related costs of $29.9 million in the quarter. Operating income was $16.9 million, or 3.5% of net sales, compared to $6.9 million, or 1.5% in the prior year quarter. Adjusted operating income was $51.1 million, or 10.6% of net sales, compared to $27.7 million, or 5.9% in the prior year quarter. Interest expense was $15.0 million, compared to $14.8 million in the prior year quarter. Other (income) expense, net was income of $8.3 million, compared to expense of $2.1 million in the prior year quarter. Adjusted other (income) expense, net was income of $8.7 million, compared to expense of $2.9 million in the prior year quarter. The effective tax rate for fiscal 2026 was (175.3)%, compared to (19.1)% in the prior year period. Adjusted effective tax rate for fiscal 2026 was 23.0%, compared to 11.0% in the prior year period. Adjusted net earnings from continuing operations were $36.8 million, or $0.78 per share, compared to $24.3 million, or $0.52 per share, in the prior year quarter. Adjusted EBITDA was $76.8 million, compared to $43.0 million in the prior year quarter. Net cash provided by operating activities was $49.6 million for the year ended September 30, 2026, compared to $118.4 million in the prior year period. Adjusted net debt leverage ratio at the end of the fourth quarter was 3.4x. Wet Shave segment net sales increased $3.9 million, or 1.2%, and organic net sales increased $5.2 million, or 1.6%. Wet Shave segment profit increased $5.7 million, or 10.8%. Sun and Skin Care segment net sales increased $10.3 million, or 7.0%, and organic net sales increased $9.5 million, or 6.5%. Sun and Skin Care segment profit increased $14.7 million, or 294.0%. For the full year, gross profit was $830.0 million, compared to $847.8 million in the prior year. Gross margin was 41.6%, down 160 basis points. Adjusted gross margin was 43.4%, down 10 basis points. A&P was $243.5 million, or 12.2% of net sales, up $15.6 million from the prior year. SG&A was $428.9 million, or 21.5% of net sales, compared to $408.6 million, or 20.8%, in the prior year. The company recorded pre-tax restructuring and related costs of $101.8 million for the year, including $80.0 million related to the consolidation of its Mexico facilities and Wet Shave operations, and $21.8 million related to global transformation actions. Operating income for the year was $41.4 million, or 2.1% of net sales, compared to $110.2 million, or 5.6%, in the prior year. Adjusted operating income was $161.6 million, or 8.1% of net sales, compared to $173.3 million, or 8.8%, in the prior year. Other (income) expense, net was income of $26.7 million, compared to income of $0.2 million in the prior year. Adjusted other (income) expense, net was income of $24.9 million, compared to expense of $3.0 million in the prior year. GAAP net (loss) earnings from continuing operations were $(2.2) million, or $(0.05) per diluted share, compared to $44.3 million, or $0.93 per diluted share, in the prior year. Adjusted net earnings were $90.5 million, or $1.93 per share, compared to $86.3 million, or $1.81 per share, in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA was $254.5 million, compared to $239.7 million in the prior year. As of September 30, 2026, the company had approximately $85 million available for share repurchase under the Board's 2025 authorization. For fiscal 2027, the company expects reported net sales to increase approximately 0.4% to 2.4%, organic net sales to increase approximately 1.0% to 3.0%, GAAP EPS to be in the range of $0.90 to $1.20, adjusted EPS to be in the range of $1.85 to $2.15, adjusted operating margin to increase approximately 70 basis points, adjusted EBITDA to be in the range of $250 to $270 million, other income, net to be approximately $13 million, interest expense to be approximately $67 million, adjusted effective tax rate to be approximately 24%, capital expenditures to be approximately 2.75% to 3.25% of net sales, and adjusted free cash flow to be approximately $100 to $120 million.

Edgewell Personal Care Releases its 2025 Sustainability Report

(NYSE: EPC) Edgewell Personal Care Company released its fiscal 2025 Sustainability Report, detailing progress toward its Sustainable Care strategy. In fiscal 2025, the company reduced virgin petroleum-based plastic in disposable razor handles by 30.8% and in packaging by 31.0% versus the FY19 baseline. 83.2% of packaging was designed for recycling or reuse, and 91.1% of fiber- and paper-based packaging used recycled and/or certified responsibly sourced fiber. Edgewell reduced GHG emissions by 40% versus the FY19 baseline and diverted 88% of manufacturing waste from landfill. The company donated approximately US$715,000 in charitable giving throughout FY25 and achieved an injury rate of 0.51, exceeding its goal of less than 1.0. Edgewell was certified as a Great Place To Work® across 13 regions, including Australia, the Czech Republic, France, Germany, Hong Kong, Italy, Japan, China, Poland, Spain, Taiwan, the UAE, and the U.K.

Hawaiian Tropic Launches Summer Campaign to Help You Dance Your Way to a Sun-Kissed Glow, Featuring Alix Earle

Edgewell Personal Care Company (NYSE: EPC) announced a new Hawaiian Tropic campaign featuring a music video and dance routine led by Alix Earle, following the brand's previous Tana Sutra campaign in 2025. The campaign includes a partnership with Sports Illustrated Swimsuit, marking Hawaiian Tropic as the official suncare partner for 2026, and will be promoted through various media channels and influencer collaborations. The campaign aims to make suncare application enjoyable and engaging, leveraging dance and social media to boost brand visibility. Edgewell operates in more than 50 markets, including the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, Japan, and Australia, with approximately 6,200 employees worldwide. This initiative is positioned as a significant moment in Hawaiian Tropic's history, aiming to drive excitement and engagement for the brand.

Edgewell Personal Care Announces Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Results

Edgewell Personal Care Company (NYSE: EPC) reported its fiscal Q2 2026 results, with net sales of $519.5 million, a 0.6% increase over the prior year quarter. Adjusted EPS was $0.60, down from $0.69, and adjusted EBITDA was $73.8 million, compared to $84.7 million in the prior year quarter. The company ended the quarter with $299.7 million in cash and access to a $418.8 million revolving credit facility. Edgewell reaffirmed its full-year outlook for organic net sales, adjusted EPS, EBITDA, and adjusted free cash flow, and declared a $0.15 per share dividend. The company expects to incur approximately $90 million in pre-tax restructuring and related charges for the full fiscal year.

Schick Debuts Do Right By Your Skin Campaign to Reveal Its Skin-First Shave Approach, Featuring Global Superstar Nick Jonas

Edgewell Personal Care Company (NYSE: EPC) announced the launch of Schick's new 'Do Right By Your Skin' campaign, featuring Nick Jonas, which emphasizes a skin-first approach to shaving. The campaign highlights Schick's commitment to skincare by integrating ingredients like aloe, hyaluronic acid, and pro‑vitamin B5 into its product range. Schick's refreshed brand narrative aims to redefine shaving as a form of self-care, not just hair removal. The company operates in more than 50 markets, including the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Germany, Japan, and Australia, and employs approximately 6,200 people worldwide. This initiative matters to investors as it signals a strategic repositioning of a legacy brand to capture evolving consumer preferences.