EL at a glance
Estée Lauder Companies (The) (EL, SEC CIK 1001250) filed its latest 10-K annual report on August 19, 2026, a 10-Q quarterly report on May 1, 2026, an 8-K current report on September 8, 2026 and Form 4 insider filings as recently as September 16, 2026. SignalX summarizes each filing with AI and tracks the company's insider trades and institutional holders.
- For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026 (FY2026), Estée Lauder Companies (The) (EL) reported revenue of $15.0 billion (up 5.0% from FY2025) and net income of $182.0 million. Diluted EPS was $0.50.
- In the last 90 days, EL insiders reported 0 open-market purchases ($0) and 7 open-market sales ($11.8M) on Form 4, a net sale of $11.8M.
Source: SEC EDGAR (XBRL financial data, 13F-HR and Form 4 filings).
- Revenue · FY2026
- $15.0B
- +5.0% vs prior year
- Insiders · 90 days
- 0 buys · 7 sells
- Net −$11.8M
- Latest 8-K
- Sep 8, 2026
- Item 7.01
AI 10-K Annual Report Analysis
Latest 10-K, fiscal year ended Jun 30, 2026
Management Discussion & Analysis
- Net sales $15,049M, up 5% YoY from $14,326M in fiscal 2025; operating income $785M vs loss $(785)M prior year, operating margin 5.2% vs (5.5)%
- Skin Care best segment, operating income $1,416M, up 100+% YoY; worst segment Makeup loss $(70)M, improved from $(441)M
- Operating income by region: Americas loss $(818)M improved by $1,029M, Asia/Pacific up 100+% to $643M, EUKEM up 35% to $51M
- Cash and cash equivalents $3,498M vs $2,921M prior year; capital allocation included dividends, stock repurchases, and capex funded by operations and credit lines (specific amounts not disclosed)
- Management notes tariff impacts on 2026 results, monitoring global tariff risks; outlook assumes adequate liquidity and risk mitigation strategies
Risk Factors
- Regulatory risk: evolving AI use laws and regulations with potential significant compliance costs and operational limits
- Geopolitical exposure: tariffs on imports into U.S. and other countries potentially materially adverse to business
- Supply chain risk: reliance on limited suppliers with risks of shortages, quality control, price increases, or disruptions
- Competitive threat: rapid adoption of AI and digital technologies by competitors, including private-equity-backed Indie Brands
- Key-person risk: Lauder family control with 82% voting power and executive roles, influencing corporate governance and strategic control
Business Overview
- Core business: Manufacture, marketing and sale of skin care, makeup, fragrance and hair care products globally
- No new products or segments introduced/emphasized; continued focus on established brand portfolio including Estée Lauder, Clinique, MAC, La Mer, and others
- Strategic positioning consistent with prior years, no significant shifts disclosed
- Equity compensation plans allow issuance of up to about 11.7 million additional Class A shares as of June 30, 2026, with total shares outstanding potentially increasing 7% to 388.6 million on full exercise/conversion
- Annual goodwill and indefinite-lived intangible asset impairment test showed no impairment charges for 2026, contrasting with prior year’s $1.273 billion intangible impairment charge
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AI 10-Q Quarterly Report Analysis
Latest 10-Q, quarter ended Mar 31, 2026
Management Discussion & Analysis
- Revenue $3,712M, up $162M or 5% YoY, including 3% favorable currency impact
- Operating margin 6.7% vs 8.6% YoY; net earnings $89M vs $159M
- Best category fragrance revenue $628M, up 13%; worst hair care revenue $128M, up 2%
- Mainland China operating income $159M vs $76M YoY; Asia/Pacific $261M vs $232M
- Outlook: higher tariffs expected to adversely affect fiscal 2026 profitability and cash flows; restructuring charges $1,500M-$1,700M expected
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AI 8-K Current Report Analysis
The most recent material events, by 8-K item
Item 7.01: Regulation FD Disclosure
- Two director candidates nominated for Class III election at expected November 17, 2026 annual meeting
- Jean-Frédéric Dufour, Rolex SA CEO, adds luxury-industry operating experience
Item 2.02: Results of Operations and Financial Condition
- Fiscal 2026 full-year and fourth-quarter results announced on August 19, 2026
- Fiscal 2027 full-year net sales estimate disclosed in attached Exhibit 99.1
Item EX-99.1: Item EX-99.1
- Fiscal 2026 net sales rose 5% to $15.05B, with organic growth of 3% and growth across every geographic region
- Adjusted operating margin expanded 320 basis points to 11.2%, driven by PRGP efficiencies and gross-margin improvement
Item 5.02: Departure/Appointment of Directors or Principal Officers
- Jennifer Hyman retiring from Estée Lauder’s Board effective November 16, 2026
- Class I director since 2018, serving on Audit and Nominating and ESG committees
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Recent Insider Transactions (Form 4)
Latest reported trades by officers, directors and 10% owners
| Insider | Type | Date | Shares | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zinterhofer Eric Louis | A | Sep 15, 2026 | 8.41 | $96.25 |
| ZANNINO RICHARD F | A | Sep 15, 2026 | 10.89 | $96.25 |
| Zinterhofer Eric Louis | A | Sep 15, 2026 | 10.23 | $96.25 |
| Strong Dana | A | Sep 15, 2026 | 2.88 | $96.25 |
| Hyman Jennifer | A | Sep 15, 2026 | 16.03 | $96.25 |
| Lauder William P | A | Sep 15, 2026 | 2.88 | $96.25 |
| Long Annabelle Yu | A | Sep 15, 2026 | 2.88 | $96.25 |
| Tejada Jennifer | A | Sep 15, 2026 | 16.03 | $96.25 |
Financial SummaryXBRL
| Metric | FY2024 | FY2025 | FY2026 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Profitability | |||
| Revenue | - | $14.3B | $15.0B |
| Gross Profit | - | $10.6B | $11.4B |
| Operating Income | - | -$785.0M | $780.0M |
| Net Income | - | -$1.1B | $182.0M |
| Gross Margin | - | 74.0% | 75.5% |
| Op. Margin | - | -5.5% | 5.2% |
| Net Margin | - | -7.9% | 1.2% |
| Balance Sheet | |||
| Total Assets | $21.7B | $19.9B | $19.8B |
| Equity | - | $3.9B | $3.8B |
| ROE | - | -29.3% | 4.8% |
| Per Share | |||
| EPS | - | $-3.15 | $0.50 |
| Cash Flow | |||
| Operating CF | - | $1.3B | $1.8B |
| CapEx | $919.0M | $602.0M | $457.0M |
Source: XBRL data in Estée Lauder Companies (The) (EL)'s 10-K filings on SEC EDGAR, in USD. Compare across companies →
EL filing archive
AI analysis pages for each 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K
10-K annual reports
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Latest 2026 SEC Filings: 10-K, 10-Q, 8-K & Form 4
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EL SEC filings: frequently asked questions
Are EL insiders buying or selling?
In the last 90 days, Estée Lauder Companies (The) (EL) officers, directors and 10% owners reported no open-market purchases and 7 open-market sales worth $11.8 million by 3 insiders on Form 4. Many insider sales are pre-planned or for taxes, so purchases usually carry more information.
What was EL's revenue in fiscal year 2026?
For the fiscal year ended June 30, 2026 (FY2026), Estée Lauder Companies (The) (EL) reported revenue of $15.0 billion (up 5.0% from FY2025) and net income of $182.0 million. Diluted EPS was $0.50. The figures come from the XBRL data in the 10-K.
What are the main risks in EL's latest 10-K?
In the 10-K filed August 19, 2026, Estée Lauder Companies (The) (EL) flagged: Regulatory risk: evolving AI use laws and regulations with potential significant compliance costs and operational limits. Geopolitical exposure: tariffs on imports into U.S. and other countries potentially materially adverse to business. (AI summary of the Risk Factors section.)
What did EL report in its latest 8-K?
Estée Lauder Companies (The) (EL) filed an 8-K on September 8, 2026 reporting Item 7.01 (Regulation FD Disclosure). Two director candidates nominated for Class III election at expected November 17, 2026 annual meeting.
What are the latest EL SEC filings?
Estée Lauder Companies (The) (EL) filed its latest 10-K annual report on August 19, 2026, a 10-Q quarterly report on May 1, 2026, an 8-K current report on September 8, 2026 and a Form 4 insider filing on September 16, 2026.
What is EL's SEC CIK number?
Estée Lauder Companies (The) (EL)'s SEC Central Index Key (CIK) is 1001250. EDGAR lists every EL filing under that number.
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