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The downward EPS revision and lower same-store sales guidance suggest weakening fundamentals, similar to previous earnings misses that led to extended period sell-offs.
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Ulta Beauty reported Q4 earnings that missed EPS expectations but surpassed revenue estimates, causing shares to fall 8%. The company's projections for net sales growth and EPS in fiscal 2026 were slightly lower than analysts' forecasts, raising concerns about future performance.
Ulta Beauty missed EPS expectations but exceeded revenue forecasts.
Shares dropped about 8% in extended trading after earnings report.
Net sales increased 11.8% year-over-year in Q4.
Guidance for FY2026 includes EPS of $28.05 to $28.55.
Company faces lower same-store sales projections than analysts anticipated.
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