Compared to Estimates, Helen of Troy (HELE) Q4 Earnings: A Look at Key Metrics

Core Insights - Helen of Troy (HELE) reported revenue of $485.89 million for the quarter ended February 2025, reflecting a year-over-year decline of 0.7% and an EPS of $2.33 compared to $2.45 a year ago [1] - The reported revenue exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $480.25 million by 1.17%, while the EPS fell short of the consensus estimate of $2.34 by 0.43% [1] Financial Performance - Net sales in the Beauty & Wellness segment reached $266.07 million, surpassing the average estimate of $251.19 million by three analysts, marking a year-over-year increase of 0.1% [4] - Net sales in the Home & Outdoor segment totaled $219.82 million, below the average estimate of $229.09 million, representing a year-over-year decline of 1.6% [4] - Adjusted operating income (non-GAAP) for Beauty & Wellness was $35.77 million, slightly below the two-analyst average estimate of $37.58 million [4] - Adjusted operating income (non-GAAP) for Home & Outdoor was $39.27 million, exceeding the two-analyst average estimate of $38.42 million [4] Stock Performance - Shares of Helen of Troy have declined by 33.7% over the past month, in contrast to the Zacks S&P 500 composite's decline of 5.1% [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 4 (Sell), indicating potential underperformance relative to the broader market in the near term [3]