Edgewell Personal Care Reports Earnings Miss, Lowers FY 2025 Outlook

Edgewell Personal Care Company reported disappointing second quarter results, missing analyst expectations on both earnings and revenue, and subsequently lowered its full-year guidance. The company posted adjusted earnings per share of $0.87, short of the $0.90 consensus, and revenue of $580.7 million, down 3.1% year-over-year and below Wall Street’s forecast. North American sales declined due to volume drops in core categories like Wet Shave, Feminine Care, and Sun Care, while international markets grew by 2.9%. Operating margin and free cash flow both declined compared to the previous year, and the company now expects adjusted EPS for fiscal 2025 to be between $2.85 and $3.05, below earlier guidance and analyst expectations. Despite these setbacks, Edgewell’s CEO expressed confidence in long-term recovery through increased investments in core product portfolios and strategic priorities. Analysts remain cautious, noting the company’s sluggish long-term sales growth and lackluster future projections.