Ulta Beauty Delivers Strong Q2 Fiscal 2025 Results, Significantly Raises Full-Year Guidance

ULTA
September 19, 2025
Ulta Beauty announced its financial results for the second quarter of fiscal 2025, reporting net sales of $2.79 billion, an increase of 9.3% compared to $2.55 billion in the prior-year quarter. Comparable sales surged by 6.7%, a notable improvement from the 1.2% decline in the same period last year. Diluted earnings per share reached $5.78, exceeding the $5.30 reported previously. The company significantly raised its full-year fiscal 2025 outlook across all key metrics. Net sales are now projected to be between $12.0 billion and $12.1 billion, up from the previous range of $11.5 billion to $11.7 billion. Comparable sales growth is expected to be between 2.5% and 3.5%, a substantial increase from the prior forecast of 0% to 1.5%. Operating margin guidance was also raised to 11.9% to 12.0%, up from 11.7% to 11.8%, and diluted earnings per share are now anticipated to be between $23.85 and $24.30, an increase from $22.65 to $23.20. These results include the operations of Space NK since its acquisition on July 10, 2025, and reflect strong performance across all major categories. The content on BeyondSPX is for informational purposes only and should not be construed as financial or investment advice. We are not financial advisors. Consult with a qualified professional before making any investment decisions. Any actions you take based on information from this site are solely at your own risk.