Lifetime Brands (LCUT)
NASDAQ:LCUT
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Jul 30, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
-0.22Last Year’s EPS
-0.5Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 2 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call conveyed a generally positive operational and financial trajectory: modest top-line growth, improved gross margins, a return to adjusted profitability, strong free cash flow and balance sheet improvements, and constructive full-year guidance. These positives are tempered by GAAP losses driven by restructuring and one-time costs, continued international profitability progress needed, category-specific softness (cutlery, temporary e-commerce pressures), and tariff/ freight uncertainties. On balance, the progress on margins, cash generation, and strategic initiatives outweigh the near-term headwinds.Company Guidance
Top-Line Growth
Consolidated net sales increased 2.4% year-over-year to $143.5 million in Q1 2026; U.S. sales rose 1.7% to $130.7 million and international sales increased 10.6% to $12.8 million (2.5% ex-FX).
Margin Expansion
Overall gross margin improved to 37.7% from 36.1%; U.S. gross margin rose to 37.9% from 36.2% and international gross margin increased to 36.7% from 35.3%, driven by favorable mix and higher selling prices.
Adjusted Profitability Improvement
Adjusted net income swung to $0.8 million ( $0.04 per diluted share) in Q1 2026 from an adjusted net loss of $5.3 million in Q1 2025; adjusted income from operations was $5.4 million versus a loss of $0.9 million prior year. Trailing twelve-month adjusted EBITDA was $52.7 million.
Strong Free Cash Flow and Balance Sheet Improvement
Generated $30 million of free cash flow in the quarter, reduced net debt to $170 million, and improved adjusted EBITDA to net debt ratio to 3.2x; liquidity of approximately $110 million at quarter end (cash + facility availability).
Clear Full-Year Guidance
Management provided FY2026 guidance: net sales of $650M–$700M, adjusted EBITDA of $53.5M–$56M, and adjusted net income of $16M–$17.5M, reflecting confidence in continued top-line growth and margin flow-through.
Category and Brand Momentum
Kitchen tools remained the largest category and had a strong quarter; Home Solutions (including Home Decor) grew 22.9% driven by dollar and club channels. Dolly Parton-branded product shipped ~$18M in 2025 and grew ~150% in fiscal 2025 with expected substantial growth in 2026.
Operational & Strategic Progress
New East Coast distribution center in Hagerstown, MD (approx. 1,000,000 sq ft) is operational, adds ~327,000 sq ft incremental capacity, and project costs are tracking below estimates; distribution efficiencies improved (U.S. distribution expense 10.9% vs 11.9% prior).
LCUT Earnings History
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Beat
Missed
LCUT Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 07, 2026 | $5.57 | $7.19 | +29.08% |
Mar 12, 2026 | $3.00 | $3.46 | +15.27% |
Nov 06, 2025 | $3.02 | $2.99 | -0.99% |
Aug 07, 2025 | $4.05 | $3.81 | -5.98% |
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FAQ
When does Lifetime Brands (LCUT) report earnings?
Lifetime Brands (LCUT) is schdueled to report earning on Jul 30, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is Lifetime Brands (LCUT) earnings time?
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What is LCUT EPS forecast?
LCUT EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is -0.22.