Coty Inc (COTY)
NYSE:COTY
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 20, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
>-0.01Last Year’s EPS
-0.05Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 11 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a mixed but constructive picture: management outlined clear strategic moves (Coty.Curated, SKU rationalization, reallocated A&CP, stronger joint retail planning) and early positive results for key consumer franchises, while acknowledging material near-term headwinds including Middle East/travel retail disruption, elevated promotions, E&O/returns, tariff and oil-related inflation impacts. Execution improvements and working-capital benefits are expected to drive a recovery in performance over several quarters, but several measurable risks may weigh on near-term EBITDA.Company Guidance
Market Growth Environment
Global beauty market grew ~5% in Q3 (both Prestige and mass channels), demonstrating consumer resilience and continued demand across price tiers.
Consumer Brand Recovery — CoverGirl & Sally Hansen
CoverGirl and Sally Hansen in the U.S. are now growing in unit volume versus the market and are closing the gap in value; certain reduced-bundle innovations have performed up to ~3x above objectives.
Coty.Curated SKU & Innovation Strategy Showing Early Positive Results
Shift to fewer, bigger, more relevant innovations and sharper sell-in bundles (Coty.Curated) is driving better retail productivity and early outperformance on select SKUs; management expects 1–3 iterations to realize full benefits.
A&CP Discipline and Reallocation to High-ROI Channels
Q3 advertising & consumer promotion (A&CP) spend was flat in absolute terms (though higher as a percentage), with conscious reallocations toward working media and advocacy (influencers) and targeted support for key periods (e.g., Mother's/Father's Day).
Working Capital & Cash Benefits from Rationalization
SKU rationalization, focus on forecasting and joint business planning with retailers is expected to reduce inventory, excess & obsolescence (E&O) and returns, improving working capital and cash generation over time.
Operational Discipline and Management Confidence
Management emphasized improved execution in Q3, ability to protect profitability and cash flow while taking steps to strengthen execution; reiterated commitment to improving EBITDA trajectory in FY27 with Coty.Curated as the framework.
COTY Earnings History
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COTY Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 05, 2026 | $2.56 | $2.65 | +3.52% |
Feb 05, 2026 | $3.15 | $2.66 | -15.56% |
Nov 05, 2025 | $3.78 | $3.72 | -1.59% |
Aug 20, 2025 | $4.86 | $3.81 | -21.60% |
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FAQ
When does Coty Inc (COTY) report earnings?
Coty Inc (COTY) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 20, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is COTY EPS forecast?
COTY EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q4) is >-0.01.