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Share Name | Share Symbol | Market | Type |
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Ulta Beauty Inc | NASDAQ:ULTA | NASDAQ | Common Stock |
Price Change | % Change | Share Price | Bid Price | Offer Price | High Price | Low Price | Open Price | Shares Traded | Last Trade | |
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2.80 | 0.65% | 431.9641 | 431.40 | 431.99 | 432.96 | 426.00 | 430.5642 | 539,526 | 00:51:41 |
Net Sales of $3.6 Billion Compared to $3.2 Billion in the Year-Ago Quarter
Comparable Sales Increased 2.5%
Net Income of $394.4 Million or $8.08 Per Diluted Share
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (NASDAQ: ULTA) today announced financial results for the fourteen-week period (“fourth quarter”) and fifty-three-week period (“fiscal year”) ended February 3, 2024, both of which contain one extra week (“53rd week”) versus the comparable thirteen-week and fifty-two-week periods ended January 28, 2023.
14 Weeks Ended
13 Weeks Ended
53 Weeks Ended
52 Weeks Ended
February 3,
January 28,
February 3,
January 28,
(Dollars in millions, except per share data)
2024
2023
2024
2023
Net sales
$
3,554.3
$
3,226.8
$
11,207.3
$
10,208.6
Comparable sales (1)
2.5%
15.6%
5.7%
15.6%
Gross profit (as a percentage of net sales)
37.7%
37.6%
39.1%
39.6%
Selling, general and administrative expenses
$
820.4
$
762.7
$
2,694.6
$
2,395.3
Operating income (as a percentage of net sales)
14.5%
13.9%
15.0%
16.1%
Diluted earnings per share
$
8.08
$
6.68
$
26.03
$
24.01
New store openings, net
11
12
30
47
(1)
Comparable sales are based on a comparable number of weeks from the prior year.
“We closed out a strong 2023 with better-than-expected fourth quarter financial performance. Our compelling holiday plans and thoughtfully curated assortment resonated with our guests and delivered healthy traffic, record brand awareness, and strong member growth. I am proud of how our teams drove these results while making meaningful progress on our multi-year, transformational investment agenda to enable new capabilities for future growth,” said Dave Kimbell, chief executive officer. “We enter 2024 well-positioned to drive strong top and bottom-line growth, build on our foundational capabilities, and unlock further advantages of our differentiated model. While we are mindful the near-term macro environment remains dynamic, we are optimistic about the resiliency of the beauty category, energized by the growth opportunities ahead of us, and confident in our ability to deliver for our guests and our shareholders.”
Kimbell continued, “International expansion represents an incremental, long-term opportunity for Ulta Beauty to extend our reach and leverage our differentiated value proposition. We have evaluated various operating models and partners, and geographies, and we are excited to announce the formation of a joint venture with Axo, a highly experienced operator of global brands, to launch and operate Ulta Beauty in Mexico in 2025.”
Fourth Quarter of Fiscal 2023 Compared to Fourth Quarter of Fiscal 2022
Full Year of Fiscal 2023 Compared to Full Year of Fiscal 2022
Balance Sheet
Cash and cash equivalents at the end of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 totaled $766.6 million.
Merchandise inventories, net at the end of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 increased 8.6% to $1.7 billion compared to $1.6 billion at the end of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022. The increase was primarily due to inventory to support new brand launches, 30 net new stores, increase in distribution center inventory primarily due to the opening of the new market fulfillment center in Greer, SC, and product cost increases.
As previously announced, during the third quarter of fiscal 2023, the Company borrowed $195.4 million on its revolving credit facility to support ongoing capital allocation priorities, including share repurchases and capital expenditures, and merchandise inventory growth. During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, the Company repaid all amounts borrowed, together with interest due. At the end of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, the Company had no borrowings outstanding under the revolving credit facility.
On March 13, 2024, the Company entered into an Amendment No. 3 to its Second Amended and Restated Loan Agreement, which amended and restated the existing agreement. The new loan agreement extends the maturity of the facility to March 13, 2029, provides maximum revolving loans equal to the lesser of $800 million or a percentage of eligible owned inventory, contains a $50 million sub-facility for letters of credit and allows the Company to increase the revolving facility by an additional $200 million.
Share Repurchase Program
During the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, the Company repurchased 352,005 shares of its common stock at a cost of $159.5 million. During fiscal 2023, the Company repurchased 2.2 million shares of its common stock at a cost of $1.0 billion. As of February 3, 2024, $99.9 million remained available under the $2.0 billion share repurchase program announced in March 2022.
Since 2014, Ulta Beauty has returned $5.8 billion to shareholders through its share repurchase program, while continuing to make strategic growth investments.
On March 12, 2024, the Company’s board of directors approved a new share repurchase authorization of $2.0 billion, which replaces the prior authorization implemented in March 2022. Under the new program, as under the previous program, the Company may repurchase outstanding shares of the Company's common stock from time to time through accelerated share repurchases, privately negotiated transactions, or open market transactions, including under plans complying with Rule 10b5-1 under the Securities Exchange Act of 1934. The new program has no expiration date but may be terminated by the Board at any time.
Store Update
Real estate activity in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 included 13 new stores located in Anaheim, CA; Brea, CA; Brenham, TX; Dartmouth, MA; Glassboro, NJ; Goldsboro, NC; Hialeah, FL; Jacksonville, FL; Land O'Lakes, FL; Missouri City, TX; Orange, CT; Orlando, FL; and Venice, FL. In addition, the Company relocated two stores, remodeled two stores, and closed two stores. During fiscal 2023, the Company opened 33 new stores, relocated seven stores, remodeled 18 stores, and closed three stores.
At the end of the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, the Company operated 1,385 stores totaling 14.5 million square feet.
Fiscal 2024 Outlook
For fiscal 2024, the Company plans to:
FY24 Outlook
Net sales
$11.7 billion to $11.8 billion
Comparable sales
4% to 5%
New stores, net
60-65
Remodel and relocation projects
40-45
Operating margin
14.0% to 14.3%
Diluted earnings per share
$26.20 to $27.00
Share repurchases
approximately $1 billion
Interest income
approximately $11 million
Effective tax rate
approximately 24.3%
Capital expenditures
$415 million to $490 million
Depreciation and amortization expense
$275 million to $280 million
Conference Call Information
A conference call to discuss fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 results is scheduled for today, March 14, 2024 at 4:30 p.m. ET / 3:30 p.m. CT. Investors and analysts who are interested in participating in the call are invited to dial (877) 704-4453. Participants may also listen to a real-time audio webcast of the conference call by visiting the Investor Relations section of the Company’s website located at https://www.ulta.com/investor. A replay will be made available online approximately two hours following the live call for a period of 30 days.
About Ulta Beauty
At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest specialty U.S. beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. In 1990, the Company reinvented the beauty retail experience by offering a new way to shop for beauty – bringing together All Things Beauty, All in One Place®. Today, Ulta Beauty operates 1,385 retail stores across 50 states and also distributes its products through its website, which includes a collection of tips, tutorials, and social content. For more information, visit www.ulta.com.
Forward‑Looking Statements
This press release contains forward-looking statements within the meaning of Section 21E of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995, which reflect the Company’s current views with respect to, among other things, future events and financial performance. These statements can be identified by the use of forward-looking words such as “outlook,” “believes,” “expects,” “plans,” “estimates,” “targets,” “strategies” or other comparable words. Any forward-looking statements contained in this press release are based upon the Company’s historical performance and on current plans, estimates and expectations. The inclusion of this forward-looking information should not be regarded as a representation by the Company or any other person that the future plans, estimates, targets, strategies or expectations contemplated by the Company will be achieved. Such forward-looking statements are subject to various risks and uncertainties, which include, without limitation:
The Company’s filings with the SEC are available at www.sec.gov. Except to the extent required by the federal securities laws, the Company does not undertake to publicly update or revise its forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events or otherwise.
Exhibit 1
Ulta Beauty, Inc. Consolidated Statements of Income (In thousands, except per share data)
14 Weeks Ended
13 Weeks Ended
February 3,
January 28,
2024
2023
(Unaudited)
(Unaudited)
Net sales
$
3,554,298
100.0%
$
3,226,773
100.0%
Cost of sales
2,213,734
62.3%
2,014,270
62.4%
Gross profit
1,340,564
37.7%
1,212,503
37.6%
Selling, general and administrative expenses
820,360
23.1%
762,706
23.6%
Pre-opening expenses
3,114
0.1%
2,179
0.1%
Operating income
517,090
14.5%
447,618
13.9%
Interest income, net
(3,328)
(0.1%)
(4,378)
(0.1%)
Income before income taxes
520,418
14.6%
451,996
14.0%
Income tax expense
126,049
3.5%
111,245
3.4%
Net income
$
394,369
11.1%
$
340,751
10.6%
Net income per common share:
Basic
$
8.13
$
6.73
Diluted
$
8.08
$
6.68
Weighted average common shares outstanding:
Basic
48,500
50,624
Diluted
48,795
50,976
Exhibit 2
Ulta Beauty, Inc. Consolidated Statements of Income (In thousands, except per share data)
53 Weeks Ended
52 Weeks Ended
February 3,
January 28,
2024
2023
(Unaudited)
Net sales
$
11,207,303
100.0%
$
10,208,580
100.0%
Cost of sales
6,826,203
60.9%
6,164,070
60.4%
Gross profit
4,381,100
39.1%
4,044,510
39.6%
Selling, general and administrative expenses
2,694,561
24.0%
2,395,299
23.5%
Pre-opening expenses
8,510
0.1%
10,601
0.1%
Operating income
1,678,029
15.0%
1,638,610
16.1%
Interest income, net
(17,622)
(0.2%)
(4,934)
(0.0%)
Income before income taxes
1,695,651
15.1%
1,643,544
16.1%
Income tax expense
404,646
3.6%
401,136
3.9%
Net income
$
1,291,005
11.5%
$
1,242,408
12.2%
Net income per common share:
Basic
$
26.18
$
24.17
Diluted
$
26.03
$
24.01
Weighted average common shares outstanding:
Basic
49,304
51,403
Diluted
49,596
51,738
Exhibit 3
Ulta Beauty, Inc. Condensed Consolidated Balance Sheets (In thousands)
February 3,
January 28,
2024
2023
(Unaudited)
Assets
Current assets:
Cash and cash equivalents
$
766,594
$
737,877
Receivables, net
207,939
199,422
Merchandise inventories, net
1,742,136
1,603,451
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
115,598
130,246
Prepaid income taxes
4,251
38,308
Total current assets
2,836,518
2,709,304
Property and equipment, net
1,182,335
1,009,273
Operating lease assets
1,574,530
1,561,263
Goodwill
10,870
10,870
Other intangible assets, net
510
1,312
Deferred compensation plan assets
43,516
35,382
Other long-term assets
58,732
43,007
Total assets
$
5,707,011
$
5,370,411
Liabilities and stockholders’ equity
Current liabilities:
Accounts payable
$
544,001
$
559,527
Accrued liabilities
382,468
444,278
Deferred revenue
436,591
394,677
Current operating lease liabilities
283,821
283,293
Accrued income taxes
11,310
—
Total current liabilities
1,658,191
1,681,775
Non-current operating lease liabilities
1,627,271
1,619,883
Deferred income taxes
85,921
55,346
Other long-term liabilities
56,300
53,596
Total liabilities
3,427,683
3,410,600
Commitments and contingencies
Total stockholders’ equity
2,279,328
1,959,811
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity
$
5,707,011
$
5,370,411
Exhibit 4
Ulta Beauty, Inc. Condensed Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (In thousands)
53 Weeks Ended
52 Weeks Ended
February 3,
January 28,
2024
2023
(Unaudited)
Operating activities
Net income
$
1,291,005
$
1,242,408
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:
Depreciation and amortization
243,840
241,372
Non-cash lease expense
332,754
301,912
Deferred income taxes
30,575
15,653
Stock-based compensation expense
48,246
43,044
Loss on disposal of property and equipment
11,419
6,688
Change in operating assets and liabilities:
Receivables
(8,517)
34,260
Merchandise inventories
(138,685)
(104,233)
Prepaid expenses and other current assets
14,648
(19,432)
Income taxes
45,367
(45,182)
Accounts payable
(20,873)
8,309
Accrued liabilities
(62,238)
48,249
Deferred revenue
41,914
41,098
Operating lease liabilities
(338,105)
(324,500)
Other assets and liabilities
(15,084)
(7,731)
Net cash provided by operating activities
1,476,266
1,481,915
Investing activities
Capital expenditures
(435,267)
(312,126)
Other investments
(6,158)
(2,458)
Net cash used in investing activities
(441,425)
(314,584)
Financing activities
Borrowings from credit facility
195,400
—
Payments on credit facility
(195,400)
—
Repurchase of common shares
(995,738)
(900,033)
Stock options exercised
12,176
46,011
Purchase of treasury shares
(22,562)
(6,992)
Net cash used in financing activities
(1,006,124)
(861,014)
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents
28,717
306,317
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year
737,877
431,560
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year
$
766,594
$
737,877
Exhibit 5
Ulta Beauty, Inc. Store Update
Total stores open
Number of stores
Number of stores
Total stores
at beginning of the
opened during the
closed during the
open at
Fiscal 2023
quarter
quarter
quarter
end of the quarter
1st Quarter
1,355
5
1
1,359
2nd Quarter
1,359
3
0
1,362
3rd Quarter
1,362
12
0
1,374
4th Quarter
1,374
13
2
1,385
Gross square feet for
Total gross square
stores opened or
Gross square feet for
Total gross square
feet at beginning of
expanded during the
stores closed
feet at end of the
Fiscal 2023
the quarter
quarter
during the quarter
quarter
1st Quarter
14,200,403
54,495
9,984
14,244,914
2nd Quarter
14,244,914
27,530
0
14,272,444
3rd Quarter
14,272,444
133,421
0
14,405,865
4th Quarter
14,405,865
132,464
22,736
14,515,593
Exhibit 6
Ulta Beauty, Inc. Sales by Category
The following tables set forth the approximate percentage of net sales by primary category:
14 Weeks Ended
13 Weeks Ended
February 3,
January 28,
2024
2023
Cosmetics
39%
40%
Skincare
18%
16%
Haircare products and styling tools
18%
20%
Fragrance and bath
19%
18%
Services
3%
3%
Accessories and other
3%
3%
100%
100%
53 Weeks Ended
52 Weeks Ended
February 3,
January 28,
2024
2023
Cosmetics
41%
42%
Skincare
19%
17%
Haircare products and styling tools
19%
21%
Fragrance and bath
15%
14%
Services
3%
3%
Accessories and other
3%
3%
100%
100%
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Investor Contact: Kiley Rawlins, CFA Vice President, Investor Relations krawlins@ulta.com
Media Contact: Crystal Carroll Senior Director, Public Relations ccarroll@ulta.com
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