Ulta Beauty, Inc.
A specialty beauty retailer that packs cosmetics, fragrance, skincare, and salon services from both mass-market and prestige brands under one roof. Founded in 1990 by a former pharmacy executive, it started life as Ulta3, the "3" standing for a third shopping option between drugstores and department stores. Its loyalty program counts tens of millions of members, and it has expanded into the U.K. through the Space NK brand.
10-Q · Quarter ended Aug 1, 2026 · SEC filing ↗
growth cooled to 3.8% from 6.7% a year earlier. rose 8.9% to $3.04B and rose 8.1% to $282.0M, but slipped 0.1 point to 39.1% as the business mix weighed on profitability. The company is growing through acquisitions and new stores, but its core comparable-sales engine is decelerating.
Q2 FY2026 net sales rose 8.9% to $3.0B, with net income up 8.1% to $282.0M.
Market risk represents the risk of loss that may impact our financial position due to adverse changes in financial market prices and rates. Our market risk exposure is primarily the result of fluctuations in interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates. We continually moni…
Market risk represents the risk of loss that may impact our financial position due to adverse changes in financial market prices and rates. Our market risk exposure is primarily the result of fluctuations in interest rates and foreign currency exchange rates. We continually monitor these risks and may develop strategies to manage them. We do not hold or issue financial instruments for trading purposes. Interest rate risk We are exposed to interest rate risks primarily through borrowings under our credit facilities. Interest on our borrowings is based upon variable rates. As of August 1, 2026, January 31, 2026, and August 2, 2025, we had $339.6 million, $62.3 million, and $289.1 million, respectively, outstanding under our credit facilities. A hypothetical 1% increase in interest rates on variable debt would not have a material impact on our consolidated financial statements for the 26 weeks ended August 1, 2026. Foreign currency exchange rate risk We are subject to foreign currency exchange rate risks primarily through our foreign subsidiaries. The currency effects of translating the financial statements of foreign subsidiaries are included in accumulated other comprehensive (loss) income and will not be recognized in the statement of income until there is a liquidation or sale of foreign subsidiaries.
Read original filing text →See Note 6 to our consolidated financial statements, “Commitments and contingencies,” for information on legal proceedings. 28 Table of Contents
See Note 6 to our consolidated financial statements, “Commitments and contingencies,” for information on legal proceedings. 28 Table of Contents
Read original filing text →In addition to the other information set forth in this report, you should carefully consider the factors discussed in Part I, “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 31, 2026, which could materially affect our business, financial cond…
In addition to the other information set forth in this report, you should carefully consider the factors discussed in Part I, “Item 1A. Risk Factors” in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 31, 2026, which could materially affect our business, financial condition, financial results, or future performance. There have been no material changes from the risk factors previously disclosed in our Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended January 31, 2026.
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