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Wayfair posts solid Q2 beat with strong free cash flow and market-share gains

Aug 4, 2026, 7:18 AM EDT2 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Strong quarterly beat and robust free cash flow can catalyze short-term upside; ongoing brand diversification (Perigold) supports margin and mix improvements, though macro consumer weakness remains a risk.

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Wayfair posted a stronger-than-expected Q2, led by U.S. growth and free cash flow of $301M. Revenue and earnings exceeded estimates, with Perigold and specialty brands driving gains while average order value lagged forecast. The results support a near-term upshift on market-share gains, but consumer weakness and housing-market softness remain downside risks.

Wayfair Q2: US sales up 8.7% to $3.1B; free cash flow $301M.
Revenue $3.52B vs 3.47B; adj EPS 95c vs 89c; EBITDA $242M.
Active customers 21.7M; orders 10.6M; AOV $332 vs $337.57.
Perigold growth >35%; specialty brands ~20% in Q2.
First Wilmette store opens; housing market stalled weighing on demand.

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