Sally Beauty reports Q4 adjusted EPS 50c, consensus 47c

Reports Q4 revenue $935M, consensus $935.76M. “We are pleased to conclude our fiscal year with strong Q4 results, reflecting continued momentum across both our Sally Beauty (SBH) and Beauty Systems Group segments,” said CEO Denise Paulonis. “We delivered a second consecutive quarter of positive comparable sales across both business units in combination with healthy gross margins, which resulted in adjusted operating margin expansion of 80 basis points to 9.4%. Additionally, we generated strong cash flow from operations, which was deployed to complete another strategic acquisition for Beauty Systems Group, invest in our strategic initiatives, further reduce our debt levels, and return value to shareholders through our share repurchase program. We are carrying this operating and financial strength into FY25, remaining focused on driving consistent profitable growth and delivering value to shareholders. Our teams are continuing to advance our strategic initiatives related to enhancing our customer centricity, growing our high margin own brands and amplifying innovation, and increasing the efficiency of our operations.”