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Why Is Coty (COTY) Up 9.9% Since Its Last Earnings Report?
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It has been about a month since the last earnings report for Coty Inc. (COTY - Free Report) . Shares have added about 9.9% in that time frame.
Will the recent positive trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is COTY due for a pullback? Before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late, let's take a quick look at its most recent earnings report in order to get a better handle on the important drivers.
Coty posted second-quarter fiscal 2018 results, wherein adjusted earnings of 32 cents per share jumped 6.7% year over year and came ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 24 cents. On a GAAP basis, the company reported earnings of 15 cents per share, up significantly from 6 cents recorded in the year-ago period.
Quarter in Detail
The company generated revenues of $2,637.6 million, which advanced 14.8% year over year and topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2,473 million. On a constant currency basis, revenues increased 10.3%, driven by contributions from ghd, Younique and Burberry. Excluding the impacts from ghd, Younique and Burberry, Coty’s organic revenues rose 2.8% on a constant currency basis. This, in turn was backed by robust growth in Luxury and continued strength witnessed in the company’s Professional segment, partly offset by a modest fall in Consumer Beauty organic sales.
Adjusted gross margin contracted 20 basis points to 61.6% in the quarter. Adjusted operating income jumped 12.8% to $347.5 million on the back of higher revenues and stringent cost controls. However, adjusted operating margin contracted 20 basis points to 13.2%.
Segment Details
Luxury: Luxury net revenues surged 13.9% to $951.2 million on a reported basis (up 9.1% on a currency neutral basis). Currency-neutral growth was attributable to an 8.1% rise in underlying sales that was backed by success of new fragrances from Tiffany (TIF) and Gucci, improvements in Chloe and 1% contribution from Burberry. Adjusted operating income for Luxury surged 28.6% year over year to $125.4 million.
Consumer Beauty: Consumer Beauty revenues advanced 13.7% to $1,138.6 million on a reported basis. Sales at the segment jumped 9.8% on a currency-neutral basis, courtesy of 11.1% contribution from Younique, somewhat offset by a 1.3% dip in underlying revenues. The latter stemmed from weak performance by various U.S. oriented brands. Adjusted operating income for Consumer Beauty advanced 19.4% to $131.9 million.
Professional: Professional Beauty net revenues of $547.8 million improved 19.1% and the same ascended 13.6% on a currency-neutral basis. Currency-neutral sales were fueled by 11.6% gains from ghd and 2% rise in underlying business. Adjusted operating income for Professional tumbled 9.8% to $90.2 million.
On a region-wise basis, net revenues increased 6.1% in North America, driven by gains from Younique and strength in Tiffany and Gucci Bloom, somewhat countered by weakness in U.S. Consumer Beauty. Sales in Europe improved 13.7% thanks to ghd’s contributions, success of Tiffany and Gucci Bloom, and mass fragrances and retail hair. Sales at the ALMEA region jumped 30.9% on a reported basis, courtesy of solid growth across all segments.
Other Financial Updates
Coty ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $400.1 million, long-term debt (net) of $7,145.8 million and total shareholders’ equity of $9,429.1 million (excluding non-controlling interests).
The company generated net cash from operating activities of $307.8 million in the first half of fiscal 2018. During the quarter, the company generated free cash flow of $195.9 million.
Concurrently, the company announced a dividend of 12.5 cents a share, payable on Mar 15 to shareholders of record as on Feb 28.
On Dec 14, 2017 the company paid dividend of 12.5 cents per share for a total cost of $93.7 million.
Outlook
Management remains pleased with the solid growth at its Luxury business, ongoing momentum at the Professional segment and improvement at its Consumer Beauty segment. The company remains optimistic about the ongoing synergies from buyouts, which have been solidifying its portfolio. Also, innovations and e-commerce operations are driving results.
Given these factors and the year-to-date performance, the company expects modest net revenue growth in the second half of fiscal 2018. Management also expects healthy margin improvement over the second half, with maximum contributions coming from the fourth quarter.
How Have Estimates Been Moving Since Then?
In the past month, investors have witnessed a downward trend in fresh estimates. There have been six revisions lower for the current quarter. In the past month, the consensus estimate has shifted downward by 19.1% due to these changes.
At this time, COTY has an average Growth Score of C, however its momentum is doing a bit better with a B. Charting a somewhat similar path, the stock was allocated a grade of C on the value side, putting it in the middle 20% for this investment strategy.
Overall, the stock has an aggregate VGM Score of B. If you aren't focused on one strategy, this score is the one you should be interested in.
Based on our scores, the stock is more suitable for momentum investors than those looking for value and growth.
Outlook
Estimates have been broadly trending downward for the stock and the magnitude of these revisions indicates a downward shift. Notably, COTY has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). We expect an in-line return from the stock in the next few months.
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Why Is Coty (COTY) Up 9.9% Since Its Last Earnings Report?
It has been about a month since the last earnings report for Coty Inc. (COTY - Free Report) . Shares have added about 9.9% in that time frame.
Will the recent positive trend continue leading up to its next earnings release, or is COTY due for a pullback? Before we dive into how investors and analysts have reacted as of late, let's take a quick look at its most recent earnings report in order to get a better handle on the important drivers.
Coty Q2 Earnings & Sales Beat Estimates, Increase Y/Y
Coty posted second-quarter fiscal 2018 results, wherein adjusted earnings of 32 cents per share jumped 6.7% year over year and came ahead of the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 24 cents. On a GAAP basis, the company reported earnings of 15 cents per share, up significantly from 6 cents recorded in the year-ago period.
Quarter in Detail
The company generated revenues of $2,637.6 million, which advanced 14.8% year over year and topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2,473 million. On a constant currency basis, revenues increased 10.3%, driven by contributions from ghd, Younique and Burberry. Excluding the impacts from ghd, Younique and Burberry, Coty’s organic revenues rose 2.8% on a constant currency basis. This, in turn was backed by robust growth in Luxury and continued strength witnessed in the company’s Professional segment, partly offset by a modest fall in Consumer Beauty organic sales.
Adjusted gross margin contracted 20 basis points to 61.6% in the quarter. Adjusted operating income jumped 12.8% to $347.5 million on the back of higher revenues and stringent cost controls. However, adjusted operating margin contracted 20 basis points to 13.2%.
Segment Details
Luxury: Luxury net revenues surged 13.9% to $951.2 million on a reported basis (up 9.1% on a currency neutral basis). Currency-neutral growth was attributable to an 8.1% rise in underlying sales that was backed by success of new fragrances from Tiffany (TIF) and Gucci, improvements in Chloe and 1% contribution from Burberry. Adjusted operating income for Luxury surged 28.6% year over year to $125.4 million.
Consumer Beauty: Consumer Beauty revenues advanced 13.7% to $1,138.6 million on a reported basis. Sales at the segment jumped 9.8% on a currency-neutral basis, courtesy of 11.1% contribution from Younique, somewhat offset by a 1.3% dip in underlying revenues. The latter stemmed from weak performance by various U.S. oriented brands. Adjusted operating income for Consumer Beauty advanced 19.4% to $131.9 million.
Professional: Professional Beauty net revenues of $547.8 million improved 19.1% and the same ascended 13.6% on a currency-neutral basis. Currency-neutral sales were fueled by 11.6% gains from ghd and 2% rise in underlying business. Adjusted operating income for Professional tumbled 9.8% to $90.2 million.
On a region-wise basis, net revenues increased 6.1% in North America, driven by gains from Younique and strength in Tiffany and Gucci Bloom, somewhat countered by weakness in U.S. Consumer Beauty. Sales in Europe improved 13.7% thanks to ghd’s contributions, success of Tiffany and Gucci Bloom, and mass fragrances and retail hair. Sales at the ALMEA region jumped 30.9% on a reported basis, courtesy of solid growth across all segments.
Other Financial Updates
Coty ended the quarter with cash and cash equivalents of $400.1 million, long-term debt (net) of $7,145.8 million and total shareholders’ equity of $9,429.1 million (excluding non-controlling interests).
The company generated net cash from operating activities of $307.8 million in the first half of fiscal 2018. During the quarter, the company generated free cash flow of $195.9 million.
Concurrently, the company announced a dividend of 12.5 cents a share, payable on Mar 15 to shareholders of record as on Feb 28.
On Dec 14, 2017 the company paid dividend of 12.5 cents per share for a total cost of $93.7 million.
Outlook
Management remains pleased with the solid growth at its Luxury business, ongoing momentum at the Professional segment and improvement at its Consumer Beauty segment. The company remains optimistic about the ongoing synergies from buyouts, which have been solidifying its portfolio. Also, innovations and e-commerce operations are driving results.
Given these factors and the year-to-date performance, the company expects modest net revenue growth in the second half of fiscal 2018. Management also expects healthy margin improvement over the second half, with maximum contributions coming from the fourth quarter.
How Have Estimates Been Moving Since Then?
In the past month, investors have witnessed a downward trend in fresh estimates. There have been six revisions lower for the current quarter. In the past month, the consensus estimate has shifted downward by 19.1% due to these changes.
Coty Inc. Price and Consensus
Coty Inc. Price and Consensus | Coty Inc. Quote
VGM Scores
At this time, COTY has an average Growth Score of C, however its momentum is doing a bit better with a B. Charting a somewhat similar path, the stock was allocated a grade of C on the value side, putting it in the middle 20% for this investment strategy.
Overall, the stock has an aggregate VGM Score of B. If you aren't focused on one strategy, this score is the one you should be interested in.
Based on our scores, the stock is more suitable for momentum investors than those looking for value and growth.
Outlook
Estimates have been broadly trending downward for the stock and the magnitude of these revisions indicates a downward shift. Notably, COTY has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold). We expect an in-line return from the stock in the next few months.