NYSE$ELF
elf Beauty Inc · Q2 2021 earnings
Q2 2021 earnings · · Investor relations
Briefing
Reported a 7% increase in net sales and a 100 basis points expansion in gross margin.
e.l.f. Beauty announced its Q2 Fiscal Year 2021 results, showcasing a 7% increase in net sales and a gross margin expansion of 100 basis points. The company's commitment to inclusive, accessible, and cruelty-free beauty continues to resonate with consumers, marking the seventh consecutive quarter of net sales growth.
- Net sales increased by 7% to $72.4 million compared to the same period last year.
- Gross margin increased by 100 basis points to 65%.
- e.l.f. was the only top five color cosmetics brand in the U.S. to post growth and gain market share.
- The company unveiled Keys Soulcare and launched its recharged W3LL PEOPLE brand.
Headline financials
Revenue & EPS history
e.l.f. · Revenue · Quarterly
$72.4M
Forward guidance
The Company is providing the following outlook for fiscal 2021. When compared to net sales in fiscal 2020, the outlook for fiscal 2021 reflects an expected 5-7% increase in net sales.
Tailwinds
- Net sales are expected to increase by 5-7% compared to fiscal 2020.
- Digital strength
- Core value proposition
- Continued execution of strategic imperatives will fuel our performance
- The company believes it has better visibility for the balance of its fiscal year
Headwinds
- Uncertainty remains related to the duration and potential impact of the COVID-19 pandemic
- Uncertainty related to the overall economic environment
- Expect consumer behavior to be impacted by COVID-19 through the rest of our fiscal year
- Guidance assumes no significant disruption to its consumers
- Guidance assumes no significant disruption to its customers or supply chain for the remainder of fiscal 2021
Historical earnings impact
How earnings announcements have historically affected this stock's price.
Avg. return before/after earnings
Based on 19 quarterly earnings reports · overlaid with Q2 2021
+1.0%
Avg return
Earnings day
+2.3%
Avg return
5 days after
+6.7%
Avg return
30 days after
59%
27 / 46 earnings
Positive
+23.7%
Q4 2025
Best reaction
-34.8%
Q2 2026
Worst reaction
| Quarter | Report date | Reaction (Day 0) | +5 days | +30 days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Q4 2026 | +4.8% | +6.8% | +26.8% | |
| Q3 2026 | -9.2% | -13.4% | -2.6% | |
| Q2 2026 | -34.8% | -33.8% | -30.9% | |
| Q1 2026 | -9.4% | +5.8% | +21.4% | |
| Q4 2025 | +23.7% | +26.8% | +39.6% | |
| Q3 2025 | -19.6% | -15.2% | -20.1% | |
| Q2 2025 | +8.3% | +25.2% | +30.3% | |
| Q1 2025 | -11.5% | -18.2% | -32.5% | |
| Q4 2024 | +16.2% | +20.4% | +29.5% | |
| Q3 2024 | -2.9% | +2.8% | +23.7% | |
| Q2 2024 | +5.8% | +9.8% | +32.2% | |
| Q1 2024 | +14.1% | +9.8% | +18.8% | |
| Q4 2023 | +22.5% | +19.1% | +27.6% | |
| Q3 2023 | +16.9% | +19.3% | +30.7% | |
| Q2 2023 | +10.0% | +14.7% | +26.5% | |
| Q1 2023 | +6.2% | +9.3% | +12.5% | |
| Q4 2022 | +17.0% | +23.4% | +34.6% | |
| Q3 2022 | -4.2% | -5.3% | -15.6% | |
| Q2 2022 | -8.2% | -5.9% | -8.4% | |
| Q1 2022 | +4.3% | +4.0% | +7.2% | |
| Q4 2021 | +0.1% | -1.8% | -1.8% | |
| Q3 2021 | +2.1% | +3.0% | +13.8% | |
| Q2 2021 | -6.5% | -0.2% | +7.6% | |
| Q1 2021 | +13.1% | +10.3% | +5.1% | |
| Q4 2020 | +18.6% | +17.3% | +28.0% | |
| Q3 2020 | +10.5% | +10.7% | -8.6% | |
| Q2 2020 | -0.5% | -3.3% | -12.1% | |
| Q1 2020 | +3.8% | -0.1% | +5.1% | |
| Q1 2019 | -6.3% | -3.9% | -2.7% | |
| Q4 2018 | -22.8% | -15.9% | +13.1% | |
| Q3 2018 | +21.7% | +19.7% | +7.0% | |
| Q2 2018 | -31.8% | -25.4% | -6.3% | |
| Q1 2018 | -4.6% | -4.0% | -4.3% | |
| Q4 2017 | -13.6% | -14.7% | -9.2% | |
| Q3 2017 | -8.3% | -4.9% | +5.8% | |
| Q2 2017 | -3.1% | -0.2% | -20.7% | |
| Q1 2016 | -7.0% | -9.7% | -5.9% | |
| Q1 2017 | -3.7% | -10.4% | -9.3% | |
| Q4 2014 | +0.8% | +0.8% | +6.2% | |
| Q2 2016 | +0.8% | +0.8% | +6.2% | |
| Q2 2015 | +0.8% | +0.8% | +6.2% | |
| Q1 2015 | +0.8% | +0.8% | +6.2% | |
| Q4 2016 | +9.6% | +4.8% | +4.6% | |
| Q3 2015 | +7.4% | +8.9% | +8.0% | |
| Q4 2015 | +7.4% | +8.9% | +8.0% | |
| Q3 2016 | +7.4% | +8.9% | +8.0% |
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