Ulta Beauty

ULTA

Market cap $20.2B

BOLINGBROOK, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ulta Beauty Names Kelly Garcia as Chief Technology Officer.

EL, ULTA and ELF capitalize on premiumization, product innovation and digital engagement as the beauty and cosmetics industry continues to evolve.

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Ulta Beauty remains a buy as risk/reward improves amid investor concerns about beauty demand and margin durability. ULTA's core business is robust, with 5.3% Q1 comp sales growth and broad-based category strength supported by a 46.9M-member loyalty program. Gross margin expanded to 40.1% on better inventory control and merchandise margin, though SG&A investments temporarily pressure operating leverage.

ULTA is expanding internationally through new stores and growing overseas businesses to support long-term growth.

The S&P 500's consumer discretionary sector is the only one of 11 sectors to decline so far this year.

Ulta Beauty (ULTA) concluded the recent trading session at $452.49, signifying a -1.92% move from its prior day's close.

FIVE sees higher spending per customer visit, boosting sales growth as value-focused merchandising and new stores openings drive momentum.

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