The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)
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- symbol EL
- Rev/Share 39.9834
- Book/Share 10.7697
- PB 10.9446
- Debt/Equity 2.4221
- CurrentRatio 1.3209
- ROIC -0.0066
- MktCap 42492264775.0
- FreeCF/Share 2.8931
- PFCF 40.6625
- PE -45.7792
- Debt/Assets 0.4875
- DivYield 0.0119
- ROE -0.2287
- Rating D+
- Score 1
- Recommendation Strong Sell
- P/E Score 1
- DCF Score 2
- P/B Score 1
- D/E Score 1
Recent Analyst Ratings
| Type | Ticker | Analyst Firm | Previous Rating | Current Rating | Previous Price Target | Current Price Target | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Resumed | EL | Jefferies | -- | Hold | -- | $110 | Jan. 14, 2026 |
| Upgrade | EL | Raymond James | Market Perform | Strong Buy | -- | $130 | Jan. 5, 2026 |
| Downgrade | EL | Rothschild & Co Redburn | Neutral | Sell | -- | $70 | Nov. 25, 2025 |
| Upgrade | EL | Argus | Hold | Buy | -- | -- | Nov. 11, 2025 |
| Reiterated | EL | Telsey Advisory Group | -- | Market Perform | $99 | $105 | Oct. 31, 2025 |
| Upgrade | EL | Goldman | Neutral | Buy | -- | $115 | Oct. 13, 2025 |
| Reiterated | EL | Telsey Advisory Group | -- | Market Perform | $66 | $99 | Aug. 14, 2025 |
| Upgrade | EL | JP Morgan | Neutral | Overweight | -- | $101 | July 25, 2025 |
| Resumed | EL | BofA Securities | -- | Buy | -- | $110 | July 10, 2025 |
| Upgrade | EL | HSBC Securities | Hold | Buy | -- | -- | June 27, 2025 |
News
Is The Estee Lauder Companies (EL) Outperforming Other Consumer Staples Stocks This Year?
Published: January 22, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Here is how Estee Lauder (EL) and National Vision (EYE) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
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Estee Lauder sued by beauty tech startup for alleged theft
Published: January 20, 2026 by: Reuters
Sentiment: Negative
Estee Lauder was sued by a self-described "disruptive" startup that accused the cosmetics giant of effectively putting it out of business by stealing technology to boost sales from jet-setting travelers in hotels.
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Is Estee Lauder's Skin Care Still a Structural Headwind?
Published: January 19, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
EL's skin care shows early signs of improvement in the fiscal first quarter, with sales growth and share gains helping offset ongoing pressures.
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4 Women-Run Company Stocks Building Durable Growth Stories
Published: January 16, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
EL, CMC, ANET and FCEL show how women-led companies are redefining growth with discipline, agility and results.
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Estee Lauder Stock Rises 21.9% in 3 Months: What Should Investors Do?
Published: January 14, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
The Estee Lauder Companies Inc. EL, a leading player in the prestige beauty space, has delivered a strong performance in recent months, with its shares surging 21.9% over the past three months. This rally comfortably outpaces the broader market, as the Zacks Cosmetics industry gained 5.7%, the Zacks Consumer Staples sector edged up just 0.9% and the S&P 500 advanced 6.7% over the same period.
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All You Need to Know About Estee Lauder (EL) Rating Upgrade to Strong Buy
Published: January 12, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Estee Lauder (EL) might move higher on growing optimism about its earnings prospects, which is reflected by its upgrade to a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy).
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Can Estee Lauder's Fragrance Strength Drive Top-Line Growth?
Published: January 12, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
EL sees fragrance emerge as its strongest category, helping drive a return to positive organic sales growth in the fiscal first quarter.
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This Top Consumer Staples Stock is a #1 (Strong Buy): Why It Should Be on Your Radar
Published: January 12, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Finding strong, market-beating stocks with a positive earnings outlook becomes easier with the Zacks Rank.
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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Consumer Staples Stocks Now
Published: January 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Why investors should use the Zacks Earnings ESP tool to help find stocks that are poised to top quarterly earnings estimates.
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Why Estee Lauder (EL) Could Beat Earnings Estimates Again
Published: January 07, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Estee Lauder (EL) has an impressive earnings surprise history and currently possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely beat in its next quarterly report.
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EL's North America Trends Improve but Asia Remains the Wild Card
Published: January 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Estee Lauder shows signs of North America stabilization as declines ease, but uneven Asia demand and volatile travel retail keep the regional balance in question.
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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Consumer Staples Stocks Now
Published: January 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Investors looking for ways to find stocks that are set to beat quarterly earnings estimates should check out the Zacks Earnings ESP.
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Best Momentum Stocks to Buy for Dec. 26
Published: December 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Here are three stocks with buy rank and strong momentum characteristics for investors to consider today, Dec. 26th:
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4 Cosmetics Stocks to Watch as the Market Resets for 2026
Published: December 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
EL, COTY, HELE and EWCZ face rising costs and changing demand, but innovation and digital expansion support their strategies.
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ELF vs. EL: Which Beauty Stock Looks More Attractive Now?
Published: December 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
e.l.f. Beauty's value-driven growth faces off against Estee Lauder's recovery strategy as both adapt to shifting beauty demand.
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3 Beauty & Cosmetic Stocks Positioned Well for Sustainable Growth
Published: December 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
From skincare and clean beauty to digital engagement, the beauty industry is evolving. Here's how EL, COTY and NUS are positioned to capture resilient demand and long-term growth.
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Are Consumer Staples Stocks Lagging The Estee Lauder Companies (EL) This Year?
Published: December 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
Here is how Estee Lauder (EL) and Monster Beverage (MNST) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.
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Recession in 2026? 3 Solid Consumer-Staple Stocks for Safety
Published: December 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Recession fears for 2026 are rising, and EL, MNST and TPB stand out as consumer-staple stocks offering defensive strength and resilient earnings.
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HALPER SADEH LLC ENCOURAGES THE ESTEE LAUDER COMPANIES, INC. SHAREHOLDERS TO CONTACT THE FIRM TO DISCUSS THEIR RIGHTS
Published: December 05, 2025 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral
Shareholders should contact the firm immediately as there may be limited time to enforce your rights. NEW YORK , Dec. 5, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether certain officers and directors of The Estee Lauder Companies, Inc. (NYSE: EL) breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders.
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The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL) Presents at Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference 2025 Transcript
Published: December 02, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL) Presents at Morgan Stanley Global Consumer & Retail Conference 2025 Transcript
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These 2 Consumer Staples Stocks Could Beat Earnings: Why They Should Be on Your Radar
Published: November 26, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Investors looking for ways to find stocks that are set to beat quarterly earnings estimates should check out the Zacks Earnings ESP.
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3 Beauty & Cosmetic Stocks Set to Ride on the Next Wave of Growth
Published: November 25, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
ULTA, EL and NUS tap digital innovation, wellness shifts and curated assortments to capture beauty's expanding long-term demand.
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The Pros And Cons Of Buying Estee Lauder Now
Published: November 21, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Estée Lauder Companies (EL) posted 3% revenue growth, driven by China, but offset by weakness in the Americas. At the same time, accounts receivable rose by more than 20%. EL's profitability and liquidity improved year-over-year, reflecting successful cost reduction and investment initiatives. Despite a sustainable dividend, negative cash flow from operations raises concerns about capital allocation amid ongoing growth challenges.
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The Estée Lauder Companies Holds Annual Meeting of Stockholders
Published: November 13, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (NYSE: EL) (“the Company”) held its Annual Meeting of Stockholders today. William P. Lauder, Executive Chairman, chaired the meeting. At the meeting, stockholders elected William P. Lauder, Annabelle Yu Long, Dana Strong, CBE, Jennifer Tejada, and Richard F. Zannino to the Board as Class II Directors and Eric L. Zinterhofer as a Class I Director. Stockholders also ratified the appointment of PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP as independent aud.
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Bloomberg Watch Shows 5 Ideal "Safer" November Dividend Dogs
Published: November 12, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive
Bloomberg's 2025 Dividend Focus list highlights 36 dividend payers, with 16 qualifying as 'safer' due to free cash flow yields exceeding dividend yields. Top ten dividend stocks, including OZK, SLB, WM, and SUBCY, are projected to offer 12.5%-26.5% net gains by November 2026 based on analyst targets. Five 'IDEAL' stocks—CHHQF, VODAF, SUBCY, ITVPY, AVIFY—offer dividends from $1,000 invested that exceed their single share price, signaling potential buy opportunities.
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Estee Lauder Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Up 4% Y/Y
Published: October 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
EL posts Q1 earnings and sales beats, fueled by fragrance demand, PRGP savings and Asia-Pacific growth momentum.
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The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Published: October 30, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. ( EL ) Q1 2026 Earnings Call October 30, 2025 8:30 AM EDT Company Participants Laraine Mancini - Senior Vice President Finance & Strategy & Head of Investor Relations Stephane de la Faverie - CEO, President & Director Akhil Shrivastava - Executive VP & CFO Conference Call Participants Lauren Lieberman - Barclays Bank PLC, Research Division Dara Mohsenian - Morgan Stanley, Research Division Filippo Falorni - Citigroup Inc., Research Division Bonnie Herzog - Goldman Sachs Group, Inc., Research Division Stephen Robert Powers - Deutsche Bank AG, Research Division Peter Grom - UBS Investment Bank, Research …
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Compared to Estimates, Estee Lauder (EL) Q1 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics
Published: October 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral
While the top- and bottom-line numbers for Estee Lauder (EL) give a sense of how the business performed in the quarter ended September 2025, it could be worth looking at how some of its key metrics compare to Wall Street estimates and year-ago values.
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Halper Sadeh LLC Encourages The Estee Lauder Companies, Inc. Shareholders to Contact the Firm to Discuss Their Rights
Published: October 23, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral
NEW YORK--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Halper Sadeh LLC, an investor rights law firm, is investigating whether certain officers and directors of The Estee Lauder Companies, Inc. (NYSE: EL) breached their fiduciary duties to shareholders. If you currently own Estee Lauder stock and acquired shares on or before February 3, 2022, you may be able to seek corporate governance reforms, the return of funds back to the company, a court-approved financial incentive award, or other relief and benefits. Please click.
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Estee Lauder (EL) Earnings Expected to Grow: What to Know Ahead of Next Week's Release
Published: October 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive
Estee Lauder (EL) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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About The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. (EL)
- IPO Date 1995-11-17
- Website https://www.elcompanies.com
- Industry Household & Personal Products
- CEO Stephane de la Faverie
- Employees 44020