e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (ELF)

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Key Metrics & Ratings

  • symbol ELF
  • Rev/Share 25.6316
  • Book/Share 19.5944
  • PB 4.3191
  • Debt/Equity 0.7868
  • CurrentRatio 2.7589
  • ROIC 0.0735

 

  • MktCap 5047059676.0
  • FreeCF/Share 3.618
  • PFCF 23.5261
  • PE 48.2809
  • Debt/Assets 0.3934
  • DivYield 0
  • ROE 0.1075

 

  • Rating B-
  • Score 2
  • Recommendation Sell
  • P/E Score 1
  • DCF Score 3
  • P/B Score 2
  • D/E Score 2

Recent Analyst Ratings

Type Ticker Analyst Firm Previous Rating Current Rating Previous Price Target Current Price Target Date
Initiation ELF Citigroup -- Buy -- $110 Jan. 23, 2026
Resumed ELF Jefferies -- Buy -- $110 Jan. 14, 2026
Downgrade ELF Piper Sandler Overweight Neutral -- $100 Nov. 6, 2025
Reiterated ELF Morgan Stanley -- Overweight $134 $170 Oct. 8, 2025
Resumed ELF Piper Sandler -- Overweight -- $150 Sept. 4, 2025
Downgrade ELF Deutsche Bank Buy Hold -- $128 Sept. 2, 2025
Upgrade ELF Deutsche Bank Hold Buy -- $121 Aug. 8, 2025
Downgrade ELF UBS Buy Neutral $158 $74 Feb. 7, 2025
Downgrade ELF DA Davidson Buy Neutral $170 $80 Feb. 7, 2025
Downgrade ELF Morgan Stanley Overweight Equal Weight $153 $70 Feb. 7, 2025

News

Elf Beauty shares slip as guidance lift falls short of expectations
ELF
Published: February 05, 2026 by: Proactive Investors
Sentiment: Negative

Elf Beauty Inc (NYSE:ELF) shares fell more than 5% on Thursday after the company reported third quarter fiscal 2026 results and raised its full-year guidance, with the increase seen as modest relative to analyst expectations. For the three months ended December 31, 2025, Elf Beauty posted net sales of $489.5 million, surpassing Wall Street's consensus estimate of roughly $460 million.

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EWCZ or ELF: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
ELF, EWCZ
Published: February 02, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors interested in stocks from the Cosmetics sector have probably already heard of European Wax Center, Inc. (EWCZ) and e.l.f. Beauty (ELF).

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EL vs. ELF: Which Beauty Stock Is the Better Investment Right Now?
EL, ELF
Published: January 29, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

EL and ELF highlight beauty's split path, with a prestige turnaround and margin recovery facing a value-driven, digital-first growth model.

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Analysts Estimate e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) to Report a Decline in Earnings: What to Look Out for
ELF
Published: January 28, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) doesn't possess 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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5 Growth Stocks to Invest $1,000 In Right Now
ELF, GOOG, GOOGL, NVDA, PINS, TOST
Published: January 19, 2026 by: The Motley Fool
Sentiment: Positive

Nvidia and Alphabet are both benefiting from the artificial intelligence (AI) boom. Pinterest stock is cheap and is using AI to help drive growth.

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e.l.f. Beauty Suffers Great Headwinds - Speculative Swing Trade Before Breakout
ELF
Published: January 16, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Negative

ELF is cautiously upgraded to a Buy, driven by intermediate-term swing trade potential and the management's guidance of bottom-line recovery from H2'26 onwards. The company faces significant headwinds: tariff hikes, decelerating US sales, slower international sales growth, expensive rhode acquisition, and deteriorating balance sheet/interest coverage metrics. Management's sandbagged guidance, elevated short interests, and ongoing volatility suggest ELF is only suitable for long-term investors with high-risk tolerance.

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EWCZ vs. ELF: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?
ELF, EWCZ
Published: January 15, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors looking for stocks in the Cosmetics sector might want to consider either European Wax Center, Inc. (EWCZ) or e.l.f. Beauty (ELF).

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Think Small-Caps Are Set to Take Off? Here Are Some Expert Stock Tips
ALK, BIRK, COCO, DUOL, ELF, W
Published: January 09, 2026 by: Investopedia
Sentiment: Positive

The stock market's underdogs may be ready to lead the pack.

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e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
ELF
Published: January 09, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) has received quite a bit of attention from Zacks.com users lately. Therefore, it is wise to be aware of the facts that can impact the stock's prospects.

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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Consumer Staples Stocks Now
ELF, TSN
Published: January 07, 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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Will e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) Beat Estimates Again in Its Next Earnings Report?
ELF
Published: January 06, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) 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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Why Investors Need to Take Advantage of These 2 Consumer Staples Stocks Now
EL, ELF
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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Wall Street Analysts Look Bullish on e.l.f. Beauty (ELF): Should You Buy?
ELF
Published: January 05, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?

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Is e.l.f. Beauty's Gross Margin Poised to Rebound in 2H26?
ELF
Published: December 30, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

ELF expects the gross margin to rebound in the second half of FY26 as tariffs ease, pricing holds and product mix improves.

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e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
ELF
Published: December 29, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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ELF vs. EL: Which Beauty Stock Looks More Attractive Now?
EL, ELF
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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Is ELF's Pricing Strategy Offsetting Tariff-Driven Costs Through 2026?
ELF
Published: December 23, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

e.l.f. Beauty's $1 price hike helps drive 14% y/y sales growth in Q2, showing pricing power as tariffs pressure margins through fiscal 2026.

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e.l.f. Cosmetics Extends Partnership with The Wonder Women of Wrestling Foundation
ELF
Published: December 22, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--e.l.f. Cosmetics, a brand from e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE: ELF), the bold disruptor with a kind heart, today announced the extension of its partnership with The Wonder Women of Wrestling Foundation (WWOWF) for a second consecutive year. e.l.f. returns as the first-ever beauty sponsor of the WWOWF Varsity Girls Wrestling Tournament on December 29-30, 2025, in Columbia, Missouri. This continued partnership reinforces e.l.f.'s commitment to leveling the playing field for.

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e.l.f. Beauty Launches Glow Up!, Redefining Virtual Makeup and Community on Roblox
ELF, RBLX
Published: December 18, 2025 by: Business Wire
Sentiment: Neutral

OAKLAND, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- #avatars--e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE: ELF), the bold disruptor with a kind heart, today announced the launch of Glow Up!, a next-generation makeup game and immersive beauty experience on Roblox (NYSE: RBLX). With 60% of gamers claiming that self-expression through gameplay is more important to them than ever before, e.l.f. is redefining what it means for Roblox players to be their authentic selves in-game.* Designed for players 13+, Glow Up! was engineered to deliver an experie.

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Is It Worth Investing in e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) Based on Wall Street's Bullish Views?
ELF
Published: December 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.

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Can Brand-Led Innovation Sustain ELF's Growth Momentum in FY26?
ELF
Published: December 17, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

e.l.f. Beauty's brand-led innovation drives 14% sales growth in Q2 FY26, beats mass beauty and gains share as Rhode and Power Grip fuel momentum.

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e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) is Attracting Investor Attention: Here is What You Should Know
ELF
Published: December 16, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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e.l.f. Beauty Tumbles 38% in 2025: How to Play the Stock for 2026?
ELF
Published: December 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

ELF slides nearly 38% as tariffs, softer growth and rising costs squeeze margins, raising questions about the stock's setup heading into 2026.

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Will Rhode Acquisition Become ELF's Key Growth Catalyst in FY26?
ELF
Published: December 09, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

e.l.f. Beauty's Rhode acquisition drives record sales momentum, fueling major FY26 growth with soaring demand and expanding global reach.

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ELF's Gross Margin Falls 165 bps: Are Tariffs the Main Drag Now?
ELF
Published: December 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

e.l.f. Beauty posts strong sales but sees margins squeezed as tariffs drive costs higher despite solid pricing and mix gains.

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e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) Is a Trending Stock: Facts to Know Before Betting on It
ELF
Published: December 02, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) has been one of the stocks most watched by Zacks.com users lately. So, it is worth exploring what lies ahead for the stock.

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Is e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) a Buy as Wall Street Analysts Look Optimistic?
ELF
Published: November 28, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

The recommendations of Wall Street analysts are often relied on by investors when deciding whether to buy, sell, or hold a stock. Media reports about these brokerage-firm-employed (or sell-side) analysts changing their ratings often affect a stock's price.

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Investors Heavily Search e.l.f. Beauty (ELF): Here is What You Need to Know
ELF
Published: November 21, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Zacks.com users have recently been watching e.l.f. Beauty (ELF) quite a bit.

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EWCZ or ELF: Which Is the Better Value Stock Right Now?
ELF, EWCZ
Published: November 18, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors with an interest in Cosmetics stocks have likely encountered both European Wax Center, Inc. (EWCZ) and e.l.f. Beauty (ELF).

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Brokers Suggest Investing in e.l.f. Beauty (ELF): Read This Before Placing a Bet
ELF
Published: November 12, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Neutral

Investors often turn to recommendations made by Wall Street analysts before making a Buy, Sell, or Hold decision about a stock. While media reports about rating changes by these brokerage-firm employed (or sell-side) analysts often affect a stock's price, do they really matter?

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About e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (ELF)

  • IPO Date 2016-09-22
  • Website https://www.elfcosmetics.com
  • Industry Household & Personal Products
  • CEO Tarang Amin
  • Employees 633

e.l.f. Beauty, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, provides cosmetic and skin care products under the e.l.f. Cosmetics, e.l.f. Skin, Well People, and Keys Soulcare brand names worldwide. The company offers eye, lip, face, face, paw, and skin care products. It sells its products through national and international retailers and direct-to-consumer channels, which include e-commerce platforms in the United States, and internationally primarily through distributors. The company was formerly known as J.A. Cosmetics Holdings, Inc. and changed its name to e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. in April 2016. e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. was founded in 2004 and is headquartered in Oakland, California.