SharkNinja (NYSE:SN) 2025 Conference December 02, 2025 03:45 PM ET Company ParticipantsMark Barrocas - Director and CEOMegan Clapp - Equity ResearchAdam Quigley - EVP and CFOConference Call ParticipantsNone - AnalystMegan ClappAfternoon, everyone. Just a quick disclaimer. For important disclosures, please see the Morgan Stanley Research Disclosure website at www.morganstanley.com/researchdisclosures. If you have any questions, please reach out to your Morgan Stanley sales rep, so thanks, everyone, for joini ...

Summary of L'Oréal Luxe Conference Call Industry Overview - The luxury personal goods market has shown dynamic growth over the last decade, with a CAGR of 4.8% [2] - Beauty has surpassed fashion and apparel to become the number one category in luxury personal goods, with a CAGR of 6.3% over the last 10 years [3] - The number of luxury beauty customers increased by 3% over the last decade, with half of the market growth attributed to new customer penetration [3] Regional Insights - North Asia remains the leading region for luxury beauty, although growth has slowed since 2019 [4] - North America is accelerating, with growth rates increasing from 5% to 7% [4] - Europe shows stable growth, with rates of 3% in the first half of the decade and 4% in the latter half [4] - Emerging markets represent a small but rapidly growing segment of the luxury beauty market [5] L'Oréal Luxe Performance - L'Oréal Luxe's revenue grew from EUR 7.2 billion to EUR 15.6 billion over the last decade, achieving a CAGR of 9.3%, outperforming the market [6] - Market share increased from approximately 14% in 2015 to over 19% in 2024 [6] - L'Oréal Luxe has been the market leader in luxury beauty since 2023, surpassing its closest competitor by nearly EUR 2 billion [7] Profitability and Competitive Edge - L'Oréal Luxe boasts a profitability rate of 22.3%, significantly higher than its key competitors [9] - The division has consistently outperformed the market for 14 consecutive years [7] Innovation and Technology - L'Oréal Luxe leverages R&I discoveries from the L'Oréal Group, ensuring access to cutting-edge technologies first [10] - The division is at the forefront of Beauty Tech, utilizing innovations like skin scanners and biomarker reading devices [11][12] - A strong focus on exceptional product quality and innovative packaging is emphasized as part of the luxury know-how [16][17] Brand Portfolio and Acquisitions - L'Oréal Luxe has a diverse portfolio of 27 brands, strategically acquired to cover all price levels in the luxury market [20] - Recent acquisitions include Takami, Youth to the People, Aesop, and Creed, enhancing the division's market presence [23][24] - The integration of Aesop is progressing well, with 90% of the brand integrated into L'Oréal Luxe's operations [57][58] Market Trends and Future Outlook - The luxury beauty segment is expected to continue growing, with projections of 700 million affluent consumers by 2030 [33] - Emerging markets, particularly in China, present significant growth opportunities, with only 20 million current luxury beauty consumers [34][50] - The U.S. market is also showing signs of recovery, with a growth rate of approximately 3% [52] Competitive Landscape - L'Oréal Luxe views competition, especially from smaller indie brands, as beneficial for innovation and market relevance [54] - The division remains committed to maintaining its leadership position while adapting to market changes and consumer preferences [54] Conclusion - L'Oréal Luxe is well-positioned for continued growth in the luxury beauty market, driven by strong performance, innovative products, and strategic acquisitions. The focus on quality, customer experience, and leveraging technology will be key to sustaining its competitive advantage in the evolving landscape of luxury beauty.

Company Overview - L'Oréal is the world's leading beauty player with a history of 115 years, focusing on fulfilling global beauty aspirations [2] - The company operates with a broad portfolio of 37 international brands and emphasizes sustainability through its L'Oréal for the Future program [2] Financial Performance - In 2024, L'Oréal generated sales of 43.48 billion euros, showcasing a strong financial position [3] - The company has a significant workforce of over 90,000 employees and maintains a balanced geographical footprint across various distribution networks [3] Innovation and Recognition - In 2025, L'Oréal was named the most innovative company in Europe by Fortune magazine, ranking among 300 companies across 21 countries and 16 industries [4] - The company invests heavily in research and innovation, with 21 research centers in 13 countries and a dedicated team of over 4,000 scientists [3]

Core Insights - L'Oréal's like-for-like growth accelerated to +4.9% in Q3, with contributions from all regions, particularly the US and mainland China [2][5] - The company announced a strategic alliance with Kering, acquiring Creed and enhancing its position in niche fragrances [4][48] - Overall sales for the first nine months reached €32.80 billion, reflecting a +3.4% like-for-like growth [5][9] Sales Performance - Sales for the first nine months of 2025 were €32.80 billion, up +1.2% reported and +3.4% like-for-like [5][9] - Growth at constant exchange rates was +4.0%, with currency fluctuations negatively impacting sales by -2.8% [6][9] - All divisions showed growth, with double-digit growth online significantly outpacing the market [9][10] Division Performance - **Professional Products**: Grew +7.4% like-for-like and +5.3% reported, driven by strong e-commerce and salon services [11][12] - **Consumer Products**: Achieved +3.1% like-for-like growth, with notable improvements in North America and emerging markets [15][16] - **Luxe Division**: Grew +2.2% like-for-like, with strong performance in fragrances and a recovery in mainland China [19][20] - **Dermatological Beauty**: Posted +3.7% like-for-like growth, led by brands like La Roche-Posay and SkinCeuticals [23][25] Regional Performance - **Europe**: Sales grew +3.6% like-for-like, with strong momentum in premium haircare and Luxe brands [27][28] - **North America**: Grew +1.8% like-for-like, with significant gains in makeup and haircare [31][33] - **North Asia**: Sales increased +0.5% like-for-like, with mainland China showing signs of recovery [35][36] - **SAPMENA-SSA**: Grew +11.0% like-for-like, driven by strong performances across all divisions [38][40] - **Latin America**: Achieved +8.2% like-for-like growth, with strong contributions from Professional Products and Luxe [43][44] Strategic Developments - L'Oréal's acquisition of Color Wow and Medik8 strengthens its position in the premium haircare market [14][48] - The company received multiple accolades for its innovations and sustainability efforts, including recognition in TIME's Best Inventions of 2025 [48]

Company Overview - L'Oréal is the world's leading beauty player with a history of 115 years, focusing on fulfilling global beauty aspirations and committed to social and environmental sustainability [2] - The company has a diverse portfolio of 37 international brands and aims to provide quality, efficacy, safety, sincerity, and responsibility in its products [2] Financial Performance - In 2024, L'Oréal generated sales of 43.48 billion euros, showcasing its strong market presence and balanced geographical footprint [3] - The company employs over 90,000 individuals and operates across various distribution networks, including e-commerce, mass market, and department stores [3] Innovation and Recognition - L'Oréal was named the most innovative company in Europe by Fortune magazine in 2025, ranking among 300 companies across 21 countries and 16 industries [4]

Company Overview - L'Oréal is the world's leading beauty player with a history of 115 years, focusing on fulfilling global beauty aspirations and committed to social and environmental sustainability [2] - The company has a diverse portfolio of 37 international brands and aims to provide quality, efficacy, safety, sincerity, and responsibility in its products [2] Financial Performance - In 2024, L'Oréal generated sales of 43.48 billion euros, supported by over 90,000 employees and a balanced geographical footprint across various distribution networks [3] Innovation and Recognition - In 2025, L'Oréal was named the most innovative company in Europe by Fortune magazine, ranking among 300 companies across 21 countries and 16 industries [4]

Company Overview - L'Oréal is the world's leading beauty player with a commitment to fulfilling beauty aspirations globally, emphasizing essential, inclusive, ethical, and sustainable beauty [2] - The company has a diverse portfolio of 37 international brands and ambitious sustainability commitments under the L'Oréal for the Future program [2] Financial Performance - In 2024, L'Oréal generated sales of 43.48 billion euros, showcasing a strong financial performance across various distribution networks including e-commerce, mass market, and retail [3] Innovation and Recognition - In 2025, L'Oréal was named the most innovative company in Europe by Fortune magazine, ranking among 300 companies across 21 countries and 16 industries [4]

Core Viewpoint - L'Oréal has released its half-year financial report for 2025, highlighting its commitment to innovation and sustainability in the beauty industry [1][2]. Financial Performance - In 2024, L'Oréal generated sales of €43.48 billion, showcasing its strong market presence and diverse distribution channels [3]. Innovation and Recognition - L'Oréal was named the most innovative company in Europe by Fortune magazine in 2025, ranking among 300 companies across 21 countries and 16 industries [4]. Company Overview - L'Oréal has a portfolio of 37 international brands and emphasizes social and environmental sustainability through its L'Oréal for the Future program [2]. - The company employs over 90,000 individuals and operates 21 research centers in 13 countries, focusing on beauty technology and innovation [3].

Core Insights - L'Oréal experienced sequential acceleration in like-for-like growth, with a reported sales increase of 1.6% to €22.47 billion in the first half of 2025, and a like-for-like growth of 3.0% [5][9] - The company's operating margin improved by 30 basis points to 21.1%, driven by effective management of operating expenses and strong brand support for upcoming product launches [4][49] Sales Performance - Sales growth was supported by emerging markets, a rebound in mainland China, and recovery in North America, which offset a slowdown in Europe [2][3] - By division, Professional Products led growth with a like-for-like increase of 6.5%, while Consumer Products grew by 2.8%, Luxe by 2.0%, and Dermatological Beauty by 3.1% [11][15][20][24] - Emerging markets showed double-digit growth, particularly in Brazil, Mexico, and India, while North America showed early signs of recovery [16][39] Regional Performance - In Europe, sales grew by 3.4% like-for-like, with strong momentum in Spain-Portugal and Germany-Austria-Switzerland clusters [28] - North America saw a modest growth of 2.0% like-for-like, with improvements in the premium haircare segment [33] - North Asia experienced a decline of 1.1% like-for-like, although mainland China showed a recovery with approximately 3% growth in the second quarter [36][37] - SAPMENA-SSA region reported a robust growth of 10.4% like-for-like, driven by all divisions and categories [39] - Latin America also performed well with a 10.3% like-for-like growth, particularly in haircare and fragrances [42] Financial Highlights - The net profit excluding non-recurring items increased by 1.0% to €3.783 billion, with earnings per share rising by 1.2% to €7.07 [54][55] - Operating profit rose by 3.1% to €4.740 billion, representing 21.1% of sales, an increase of 30 basis points compared to the first half of 2024 [49][53] - The company continued to invest in acquisitions, strengthening its portfolio with the purchase of Medik8 and Color Wow [59][60] Innovation and Strategy - L'Oréal was recognized as the most innovative company in Europe by Fortune, highlighting its commitment to research and development [67] - The company is focusing on sustainability and digital transformation, with initiatives such as the Sustainable Innovation Accelerator and collaborations with AI technology [67][68]

Company Overview - L'Oréal is the world's leading beauty player with a history of 115 years, focusing on fulfilling global beauty aspirations [2] - The company operates with a broad portfolio of 37 international brands and emphasizes sustainability through its L'Oréal for the Future program [2] Financial Performance - In 2024, L'Oréal generated sales of 43.48 billion euros, showcasing its strong market presence [3] - The company has a significant workforce of over 90,000 employees and maintains a balanced geographical footprint across various distribution networks [3] Research and Innovation - L'Oréal has established 21 research centers in 13 countries, supported by a dedicated team of over 4,000 scientists and 8,000 digital talents [3] - The company aims to become a Beauty Tech powerhouse, focusing on inventing the future of beauty [3] Shareholder Information - As of June 30, 2025, L'Oréal has a total of 534,315,434 shares, with 532,958,798 real voting rights [1]