Q1 2026 Edgewell Personal Care Co Earnings Call Transcript

Feb 9, 2026 / 01:00 PM GMT

Release Date Price: $19.79 (-4.63%)

Transcript 10-Q8-K

Key Points

Positve

Edgewell Personal Care Co (EPC) delivered a solid start to the fiscal year 2026, with results modestly ahead of expectations.
The company successfully closed the sale of its feminine care business, which is expected to be favorable to its previous outlook.
Edgewell Personal Care Co (EPC) reported strong performance in North America, particularly in sun care, which grew nearly 60%.
The company achieved above-expectation profitability results, supported by favorable mix and continued productivity gains.
Edgewell Personal Care Co (EPC) is focusing on international growth, innovation, productivity, and US transformation, which are central to its long-term strategy.

Negative

Organic net sales decreased by 50 basis points, reflecting declines in international markets.
The wet shave segment saw a decline of approximately 4%, with substantial growth in preps offset by declines in disposables and men's and women's systems.
Adjusted gross margin rate decreased by 210 basis points, impacted by core inflation, tariffs, and volume absorption.
The company faces a challenging macro environment with muted category growth, a cautious consumer, and inflationary pressures from tariffs.
Edgewell Personal Care Co (EPC) anticipates a net tariff impact of approximately $25 million, which poses a headwind for the fiscal year.

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EPC.N - Edgewell Personal Care Co
Q1 2026 Edgewell Personal Care Co Earnings Call
Feb 09, 2026 / 01:00PM GMT

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