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L'Oreal SA (LRLCY)
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L'Oreal (LRLCY) Price & Analysis

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LRLCY Stock Chart & Stats

$84.96
-$1.10(-1.59%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$84.96
-$1.10(-1.59%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Durable Profit MarginsSustained gross margins near 71–74% and EBIT margins ~17–20% indicate durable pricing power and scale economics across brands. These margins support reinvestment in R&D/marketing, fund shareholder returns, and provide cushion versus cyclical revenue swings.
Strong ROE / Capital EfficiencyConsistent ROE of ~17–21% reflects efficient capital allocation and a strong operating franchise. High ROE implies the company converts invested equity into profit effectively, supporting long-term shareholder value via reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends.
Diversified Brand & Channel FootprintA wide brand portfolio spanning mass, luxury, professional and dermatological segments plus retail, salons, pharmacies and DTC e‑commerce reduces single-channel risk. This diversification supports steady demand, cross‑sell opportunities and resilience across regions and consumer tiers.
Bears Say
Step-up In Debt (2025)A notable step-up in debt in 2025, even from moderate leverage, reduces financial flexibility. Higher debt can increase interest burden and constrain strategic options (M&A, buybacks, aggressive reinvestment) if cash flow weakens or rates rise, making balance sheet management more important.
Choppy Free Cash Flow / OCF WeaknessFree cash flow has been variable with a decline in 2025 and operating cash flow covers a modest share of EBIT. Working‑capital swings or investment timing create cash volatility, which can complicate consistent funding of dividends, buybacks and capex over the medium term.
Net Margin Compression (2025)A softer net margin in 2025 points to cost inflation, promotional activity or a shift toward lower‑margin mix. If these pressures persist, they could erode profitability despite strong gross and EBIT margins, necessitating price/mix adjustments or cost control to restore long‑term margin levels.

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LRLCY FAQ

What was L'Oreal SA’s price range in the past 12 months?
L'Oreal SA lowest stock price was $74.09 and its highest was $94.92 in the past 12 months.
    What is L'Oreal SA’s market cap?
    L'Oreal SA’s market cap is $218.22B.
      When is L'Oreal SA’s upcoming earnings report date?
      L'Oreal SA’s upcoming earnings report date is Aug 04, 2026 which is in 117 days.
        How were L'Oreal SA’s earnings last quarter?
        L'Oreal SA released its earnings results on Feb 12, 2026. The company reported $1.319 earnings per share for the quarter, missing the consensus estimate of $1.373 by -$0.054.
          Is L'Oreal SA overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts L'Oreal SA’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does L'Oreal SA pay dividends?
            L'Oreal SA pays a Annually dividend of $1.586 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.89%. See more information on L'Oreal SA dividends here
              What is L'Oreal SA’s EPS estimate?
              L'Oreal SA’s EPS estimate is 1.71.
                How many shares outstanding does L'Oreal SA have?
                L'Oreal SA has 2,668,915,000 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to L'Oreal SA’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  L'Oreal SA reported an EPS of $1.319 in its last earnings report, missing expectations of $1.373. Following the earnings report the stock price went up 0.152%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of L'Oreal SA?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in LRLCY
                    What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                    Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                      L'Oreal Stock Smart Score

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                      Underperform
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                      Technicals

                      SMA
                      Negative
                      20 days / 200 days
                      Momentum
                      7.59%
                      12-Months-Change

                      Fundamentals

                      Return on Equity
                      18.53%
                      Trailing 12-Months
                      Asset Growth
                      24.42%
                      Trailing 12-Months

                      Company Description

                      L'Oreal SA

                      L'Oréal S.A., through its subsidiaries, manufactures and sells cosmetic products for women and men worldwide. The company operates through four divisions: Consumer Products, L'oréal Luxe, Professional Products, and Active Cosmetics. It offers shampoos, hair care products, shower gels, skin care products, cleansers, hair colors, styling products, deodorants, sun care products, make-up, perfumes, etc. The company provides its products under the L'Oréal Paris, Garnier, Maybelline New York, NYX Professional Makeup, Essie, Niely, Dark and Lovely, Lancôme, Yves Saint Laurent Beauté, Giorgio Armani Beauty, Kiehl's, Urban Decay, Biotherm, Ralph Lauren, IT Cosmetics, L'Oréal Professionnel, Kérastase, Redken, Matrix, Biolage, Pureology, Decléor, Carita, Vichy, La Roche-Posay, SkinCeuticals, Roger&Gallet, CeraVe, Stylenanda, Mixa, Magic Mask, Prada, Helena Rubinstein, Valentino, Mugler, Shu Uemura, Viktor&Rolf, Azzaro, Diesel, Atelier Cologne, Cacharel, and Yue Sai brands. It sells its products through distribution channels, such as hair salons, mass-market retail channels, perfumeries, department stores, pharmacies, drugstores, medispas, branded retail, travel retail, and e-commerce. L'Oréal S.A. was founded in 1909 and is headquartered in Clichy, France.

                      L'Oreal (LRLCY) Earnings & Revenues

                      LRLCY Company Deck

                      LRLCY Earnings Call

                      Q4 2026
                      0:00 / 0:00
                      Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
                      L'Oréal experienced a record-breaking year with strong performances in Europe, North America, and emerging markets, as well as impressive growth in key categories like fragrances and hair care. However, challenges in North Asia, particularly in China and travel retail, posed significant hurdles. Despite these challenges, L'Oréal's strategic acquisitions and strong innovation pipeline for 2025 position the company for continued growth.View all LRLCY earnings summaries
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                      Ownership Overview

                      0.02%<0.01%99.97%
                      Insiders
                      <0.01% Other Institutional Investors
                      99.97% Public Companies and
                      Individual Investors

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