옵션 체인은 다양한 행사가격과 만기일에 대한 Ulta Beauty의 주식 옵션 주요 데이터를 보여줍니다. 트레이더들은 이 정보를 사용하여 잠재적 거래를 분석하고 Ulta Beauty에 대한 시장 심리를 평가합니다..

Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:ULTA) 주식, 옵션 체인

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With 1,385 stores at the end of fiscal 2023 and a partnership with Target, Ulta Beauty is the largest specialized beauty retailer in the US. The firm offers makeup (41% of 2023 sales), fragrances, skin care (19% of sales), and hair care products (19% of sales), and bath and body items. Ulta offers private-label products and more than 600 individual brands. It also offers salon services, including hair, makeup, skin, and brow services, in all stores. Most Ulta stores are approximately 10,000 square feet and are in suburban strip centers. Ulta was founded in 1990 and is based in Bolingbrook, Illinois.

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금요일 아침 (미 동부 시간 기준) 미국 주식 선물이 상승하고 있는 가운데, 오늘 투자자들의 관심을 끌 수 있는 일부 주식은 다음과 같다: 1. 월스트리트는 진코솔라 홀딩(NYSE:JKS)가 개장 전에 39억 1천만 달러의 매출과 주당 17센트의 분기 이익을 보고할 것으로 예상하고 있다. 벤징가 프로의 데이터에 따르면, 진코솔라의 주가는 시간외 거래에서 1.4% 오른 18.36달러를 기록했다.

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울타 뷰티(NASDAQ:ULTA)가 목요일 시장 마감 후 2분기 재무 결과를 발표했다. 이 발표로 주가는 시간외 거래에서 6% 이상 하락했다. 분기 보고서의 주요 내용은 다음과 같다.

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돈이 풍부한 투자자들은 울타 뷰티(NASDAQ:ULTA)에 대해 낙관적인 접근 방식을 채택했으며, 이는 시장 참여자들이 무시해서는 안 되는 것이다. 벤징가(Benzinga)의 공개 옵션 기록을 추적한 결과 금요일 이 중요한 움직임이 드러났다. 이들 투자자의 신원은 아직 알려지지 않았지만, 울타의 이러한 상당한 움직임은 일반적으로 큰 일이 곧 일어날 것임을 암시한다.

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Ulta Beauty's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NYSE">ULTA</a>) short percent of float has fallen 10.65% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.06 million shares sold short, which is 5.62% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 2.02 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
See Also: <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/short-interest">List of the most shorted stocks</a>
<h3>Ulta Beauty Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1730747722_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Ulta Beauty has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Ulta Beauty's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Ulta Beauty's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 12.81%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
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Under the partnership, UB Media will add non-endemic ads to its advertising ecosystem for the first time, enabling brands whose products and services are not sold online by Ulta Beauty itself to present highly relevant offers and messages to the company's guests in the Transaction Moment. The partnership will allow Ulta Beauty to unlock new revenue streams while deepening its relationships with guests and marks a significant expansion into the beauty sector for Rokt.

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Rokt Has Partnered With Ulta Beauty To Expand The Beauty Company's Retail Media Network And Elevate The Guest Experience Ahead Of The 2024 Holiday Season

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Analysts' ratings for Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) over the last quarter vary from bullish to bearish, as provided by 36 analysts.
The table below summarizes their recent ratings, showcasing the evolving sentiments within the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th align="right">Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th align="right">Indifferent</th>
<th align="right">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th align="right">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td align="right">8</td>
<td align="right">12</td>
<td align="right">13</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">3</td>
<td align="right">5</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">7</td>
<td align="right">6</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">2</td>
<td align="right">1</td>
<td align="right">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Analysts' evaluations of 12-month price targets offer additional insights, showcasing an average target of $412.78, with a high estimate of $505.00 and a low estimate of $300.00. A decline of 8.83% from the prior average price target is evident in the current average. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729544476_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The perception of Ulta Beauty by financial experts is analyzed through recent analyst actions. The following summary presents key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
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<tr>
<td>Christopher Horvers</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$472.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Oliver Chen</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$390.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$395.00</td>
<td>$385.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Korinne Wolfmeyer</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$357.00</td>
<td>$356.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Rupesh Parikh</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Olivia Tong</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$440.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Krisztina Katai</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$424.00</td>
<td>$426.00</td>
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<td>Oliver Chen</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$390.00</td>
<td>$395.00</td>
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<td>Oliver Chen</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$395.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Anna Glaessgen</td>
<td>B. Riley Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>-</td>
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<td>Anthony Chukumba</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$520.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Michael Baker</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
<td>$507.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Kelly Crago</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$345.00</td>
<td>$375.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Susan Anderson</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$442.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Adrienne Yih</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
<td>$328.00</td>
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<tr>
<td>Michael Lasser</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$505.00</td>
<td>$550.00</td>
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<td>Simeon Siegel</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$385.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
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<td>Korinne Wolfmeyer</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$356.00</td>
<td>$404.00</td>
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<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$385.00</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
</tr>
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<td>Oliver Chen</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$395.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rupesh Parikh</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Binetti</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Olivia Tong</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lorraine Hutchinson</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$425.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Krisztina Katai</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$448.00</td>
<td>$552.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Susan Anderson</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$522.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Binetti</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Altschwager</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$485.00</td>
<td>$525.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rupesh Parikh</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kate McShane</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$412.00</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Korinne Wolfmeyer</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$404.00</td>
<td>$494.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
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<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Ulta Beauty. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Delving into assessments, analysts assign qualitative values, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings communicate expectations for the relative performance of Ulta Beauty compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Understanding forecasts, analysts offer estimates for Ulta Beauty's future value. Examining the current and prior targets provides insight into analysts' changing expectations.</li>
</ul>
To gain a panoramic view of Ulta Beauty's market performance, explore these analyst evaluations alongside essential financial indicators. Stay informed and make judicious decisions using our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ULTA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Ulta Beauty analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Ulta Beauty's Background</h2>
With 1,385 stores at the end of fiscal 2023 and a partnership with Target, Ulta Beauty is the largest specialized beauty retailer in the US. The firm offers makeup (41% of 2023 sales), fragrances, skin care (19% of sales), and hair care products (19% of sales), and bath and body items. Ulta offers private-label products and more than 600 individual brands. It also offers salon services, including hair, makeup, skin, and brow services, in all stores. Most Ulta stores are approximately 10,000 square feet and are in suburban strip centers. Ulta was founded in 1990 and is based in Bolingbrook, Illinois.
<h3>Financial Insights: Ulta Beauty</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: With an elevated market capitalization, the company stands out above industry averages, showcasing substantial size and market acknowledgment.
Revenue Growth: Ulta Beauty's remarkable performance in 3 months is evident. As of 31 July, 2024, the company achieved an impressive revenue growth rate of 0.88%. This signifies a substantial increase in the company's top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Ulta Beauty's financial strength is reflected in its exceptional net margin, which exceeds industry averages. With a remarkable net margin of 9.9%, the company showcases strong profitability and effective cost management.
Return on Equity (ROE): Ulta Beauty's ROE stands out, surpassing industry averages. With an impressive ROE of 10.87%, the company demonstrates effective use of equity capital and strong financial performance.
Return on Assets (ROA): Ulta Beauty's ROA excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 4.44%. This signifies efficient management of assets and strong financial health.
Debt Management: Ulta Beauty's debt-to-equity ratio is below the industry average. With a ratio of 0.82, the company relies less on debt financing, maintaining a healthier balance between debt and equity, which can be viewed positively by investors.
<h2>The Core of Analyst Ratings: What Every Investor Should Know</h2>
Analysts are specialists within banking and financial systems that typically report for specific stocks or within defined sectors. These people research company financial statements, sit in conference calls and meetings, and speak with relevant insiders to determine what are known as analyst ratings for stocks. Typically, analysts will rate each stock once a quarter. 
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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The Analyst Verdict: Ulta Beauty In The Eyes Of 36 Experts

In the preceding three months, 36 analysts have released ratings for Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>), presenting a wide array of perspectives from bullish to bearish.
The table below provides a snapshot of their recent ratings, showcasing how sentiments have evolved over the past 30 days and comparing them to the preceding months.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th></th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bullish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Indifferent</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Somewhat Bearish</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Bearish</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Total Ratings</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">8</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">12</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">13</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Last 30D</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>1M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">3</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">5</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>2M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">7</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">7</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">6</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>3M Ago</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">2</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">1</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">0</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
Providing deeper insights, analysts have established 12-month price targets, indicating an average target of $412.78, along with a high estimate of $505.00 and a low estimate of $300.00. A negative shift in sentiment is evident as analysts have decreased the average price target by 8.83%. 
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729544429_0.png" alt="price target chart" />
<h2>Exploring Analyst Ratings: An In-Depth Overview</h2>
The standing of Ulta Beauty among financial experts becomes clear with a thorough analysis of recent analyst actions. The summary below outlines key analysts, their recent evaluations, and adjustments to ratings and price targets.
<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Analyst</th>
<th>Analyst Firm</th>
<th>Action Taken</th>
<th>Rating</th>
<th>Current Price Target</th>
<th>Prior Price Target</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>Christopher Horvers</td>
<td>JP Morgan</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Overweight</td>
<td>$472.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oliver Chen</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$390.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$395.00</td>
<td>$385.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Korinne Wolfmeyer</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$357.00</td>
<td>$356.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rupesh Parikh</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Olivia Tong</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$440.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Krisztina Katai</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$424.00</td>
<td>$426.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oliver Chen</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$390.00</td>
<td>$395.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oliver Chen</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$395.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anna Glaessgen</td>
<td>B. Riley Securities</td>
<td>Announces</td>
<td>Sell</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>-</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Anthony Chukumba</td>
<td>Loop Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$520.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Baker</td>
<td>DA Davidson</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
<td>$507.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kelly Crago</td>
<td>Citigroup</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$345.00</td>
<td>$375.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Susan Anderson</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$442.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Adrienne Yih</td>
<td>Barclays</td>
<td>Raises</td>
<td>Equal-Weight</td>
<td>$335.00</td>
<td>$328.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Lasser</td>
<td>UBS</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$505.00</td>
<td>$550.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Simeon Siegel</td>
<td>BMO Capital</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Market Perform</td>
<td>$385.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Korinne Wolfmeyer</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$356.00</td>
<td>$404.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$300.00</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Astrachan</td>
<td>Stifel</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Hold</td>
<td>$385.00</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Oliver Chen</td>
<td>TD Cowen</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$395.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rupesh Parikh</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$435.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Binetti</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$420.00</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Olivia Tong</td>
<td>Raymond James</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Lorraine Hutchinson</td>
<td>B of A Securities</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$380.00</td>
<td>$425.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Krisztina Katai</td>
<td>Deutsche Bank</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$448.00</td>
<td>$552.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Susan Anderson</td>
<td>Canaccord Genuity</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Buy</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$522.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Dana Telsey</td>
<td>Telsey Advisory Group</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Michael Binetti</td>
<td>Evercore ISI Group</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$430.00</td>
<td>$500.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Mark Altschwager</td>
<td>Baird</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$485.00</td>
<td>$525.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Rupesh Parikh</td>
<td>Oppenheimer</td>
<td>Maintains</td>
<td>Outperform</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
<td>$450.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Kate McShane</td>
<td>Goldman Sachs</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$412.00</td>
<td>$475.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Ike Boruchow</td>
<td>Wells Fargo</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Underweight</td>
<td>$325.00</td>
<td>$350.00</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>Korinne Wolfmeyer</td>
<td>Piper Sandler</td>
<td>Lowers</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>$404.00</td>
<td>$494.00</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>
<h3>Key Insights:</h3>
<ul>
<li>Action Taken: Analysts frequently update their recommendations based on evolving market conditions and company performance. Whether they 'Maintain', 'Raise' or 'Lower' their stance, it reflects their reaction to recent developments related to Ulta Beauty. This information provides a snapshot of how analysts perceive the current state of the company.</li>
<li>Rating: Unveiling insights, analysts deliver qualitative insights into stock performance, from 'Outperform' to 'Underperform'. These ratings convey expectations for the relative performance of Ulta Beauty compared to the broader market.</li>
<li>Price Targets: Analysts explore the dynamics of price targets, providing estimates for the future value of Ulta Beauty's stock. This examination reveals shifts in analysts' expectations over time.</li>
</ul>
Assessing these analyst evaluations alongside crucial financial indicators can provide a comprehensive overview of Ulta Beauty's market position. Stay informed and make well-judged decisions with the assistance of our Ratings Table.
<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ULTA/analyst-ratings?utm_source=Benzinga Insights">Stay up to date on Ulta Beauty analyst ratings.</a>
<h2>Delving into Ulta Beauty's Background</h2>
With 1,385 stores at the end of fiscal 2023 and a partnership with Target, Ulta Beauty is the largest specialized beauty retailer in the US. The firm offers makeup (41% of 2023 sales), fragrances, skin care (19% of sales), and hair care products (19% of sales), and bath and body items. Ulta offers private-label products and more than 600 individual brands. It also offers salon services, including hair, makeup, skin, and brow services, in all stores. Most Ulta stores are approximately 10,000 square feet and are in suburban strip centers. Ulta was founded in 1990 and is based in Bolingbrook, Illinois.
<h3>Understanding the Numbers: Ulta Beauty's Finances</h3>
Market Capitalization Highlights: Above the industry average, the company's market capitalization signifies a significant scale, indicating strong confidence and market prominence.
Positive Revenue Trend: Examining Ulta Beauty's financials over 3 months reveals a positive narrative. The company achieved a noteworthy revenue growth rate of 0.88% as of 31 July, 2024, showcasing a substantial increase in top-line earnings. As compared to its peers, the company achieved a growth rate higher than the average among peers in Consumer Discretionary sector.
Net Margin: Ulta Beauty's net margin surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 9.9% net margin, the company effectively manages costs and achieves strong profitability.
Return on Equity (ROE): Ulta Beauty's ROE surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 10.87% ROE, the company effectively utilizes shareholder equity capital.
Return on Assets (ROA): Ulta Beauty's ROA surpasses industry standards, highlighting the company's exceptional financial performance. With an impressive 4.44% ROA, the company effectively utilizes its assets for optimal returns.
Debt Management: Ulta Beauty's debt-to-equity ratio is below industry norms, indicating a sound financial structure with a ratio of 0.82.
<h2>The Significance of Analyst Ratings Explained</h2>
Ratings come from analysts, or specialists within banking and financial systems that report for specific stocks or defined sectors (typically once per quarter for each stock). Analysts usually derive their information from company conference calls and meetings, financial statements, and conversations with important insiders to reach their decisions.
Some analysts also offer predictions for helpful metrics such as earnings, revenue, and growth estimates to provide further guidance as to what to do with certain tickers. It is important to keep in mind that while stock and sector analysts are specialists, they are also human and can only forecast their beliefs to traders.
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Critical Insights From Ulta Beauty Analyst Ratings: What You Need To Know

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<li>Barclays boosted the price target for PPL Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PPL#NYSE">PPL</a>) from $30 to $34. Barclays analyst Nicholas Campanella maintained an Equal-Weight rating. PPL shares closed at $32.66 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/PPL/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Piper Sandler raised the price target for monday.com Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MNDY#NASDAQ">MNDY</a>) from $300 to $340. Piper Sandler analyst Brent Bracelin maintained an Overweight rating. Webster Financial shares closed at $287.31 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MNDY/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan raised Sportradar Group AG (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SRAD#NASDAQ">SRAD</a>) price target from $12 to $15. JP Morgan analyst Samuel Nielsen upgraded the stock from Neutral to Overweight. Sportradar shares settled at $12.39 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/SRAD/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Leerink Partners boosted Gilead Sciences, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GILD#NASDAQ">GILD</a>) price target from $74 to $96. Leerink Partners analyst Andrew Berens upgraded the stock from Market Perform to Outperform. Gilead Sciences shares closed at $86.72 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/GILD/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock.</a></li>
<li>Bernstein cut ASML Holding N.V. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ASML#NASDAQ">ASML</a>) price target from $1,052 to $815. Bernstein analyst Sara Russo maintained an Outperform rating. ASML shares closed at $723.26 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ASML/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Baird raised the price target for Stanley Black &amp; Decker, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SWK#NYSE">SWK</a>) from $94 to $104. Baird analyst Timothy Wojs maintained a Neutral rating. Stanley Black &amp; Decker shares settled at $106.40 on Thursday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/MSFT/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>Keybanc raised Robinhood Markets, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HOOD#NASDAQ">HOOD</a>) price target from $25 to $30. Keybanc analyst Alex Markgraff maintained an Overweight rating. Robinhood shares closed at $26.83 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/HOOD/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
<li>JP Morgan increased the price target for Ulta Beauty, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) from $450 to $472. JP Morgan analyst Christopher Horvers maintained an Overweight rating. Ulta Beauty shares closed at $368.92 on Friday. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ULTA/analyst-ratings">See how other analysts view this stock</a>.</li>
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JP Morgan analyst Christopher Horvers maintains Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) with a Overweight and raises the price target from $450 to $472.

JP Morgan Maintains Overweight on Ulta Beauty, Raises Price Target to $472

Ulta Beauty's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NYSE">ULTA</a>) short percent of float has fallen 20.18% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 2.30 million shares sold short, which is 6.29% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 1.82 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Ulta Beauty Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729276212_0.png" alt="short_fig" />
As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Ulta Beauty has declined since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to rise in the near-term but traders should be aware that less shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Ulta Beauty's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Ulta Beauty's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 12.73%, which means the company has less short interest than most of its peers.
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BofA Securities analyst Lorraine Hutchinson reiterated the Neutral rating on Ulta Beauty, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/ULTA/analyst-ratings" rel="noreferrer noopener">with a price objective of $380.</a>
The analyst reduced the FY25 EPS estimate by 8% to $22.41, reflecting a 3% decline due to more store openings offset by lower margins.
The company projects annual sales growth of 4-6%, comparable sales growth of 3-4%, and low-double-digit EPS growth.
Per Hutchinson, FY25 may be a transitional year, with results falling short of long-term targets as the company navigates softer sales while investing in initiatives to <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/41357486">strengthen its market position and reignite growth.</a>
Additionally, the company announced a new $3 billion share buyback program, which is projected to contribute 500 basis points to annual EPS growth, Hutchinson notes.
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The analyst emphasizes that the company will concentrate on enhancing its product assortment through new offerings and brand partnerships, which drive 20%-30% of annual revenue; management has indicated a strong pipeline.
Additionally, the focus will be on improving the in-store and online guest experience, boosting the loyalty program, expanding social media presence, and refining the promotional strategy.
The analyst notes that investment will be directed toward marketing, loyalty initiatives, sampling, digital exposure, major events, employee training, and in-store activities.
The analyst lowered the FY26 EPS estimate to $22.41 from $24.44.
Price Action: ULTA shares are trading lower by 0.10% to $372.82 at last check Thursday.
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TD Cowen analyst Oliver Chen maintains Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) with a Hold and lowers the price target from $390 to $380.

TD Cowen Maintains Hold on Ulta Beauty, Lowers Price Target to $380

Stifel analyst Mark Astrachan maintains Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) with a Hold and raises the price target from $385 to $395.

Stifel Maintains Hold on Ulta Beauty, Raises Price Target to $395

Telsey Advisory Group analyst Dana Telsey maintains Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $450 price target.

Telsey Advisory Group Maintains Outperform on Ulta Beauty, Maintains $450 Price Target

Piper Sandler analyst Korinne Wolfmeyer maintains Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $356 to $357.

Piper Sandler Maintains Neutral on Ulta Beauty, Raises Price Target to $357

Oppenheimer analyst Rupesh Parikh maintains Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) with a Outperform and maintains $435 price target.

Oppenheimer Maintains Outperform on Ulta Beauty, Maintains $435 Price Target

Financial giants have made a conspicuous bearish move on Ulta Beauty. Our analysis of options history for Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) revealed 22 unusual trades.
Delving into the details, we found 40% of traders were bullish, while 54% showed bearish tendencies. Out of all the trades we spotted, 9 were puts, with a value of $751,183, and 13 were calls, valued at $589,444.
<h3>Projected Price Targets</h3>
Based on the trading activity, it appears that the significant investors are aiming for a price territory stretching from $260.0 to $500.0 for Ulta Beauty over the recent three months. 
<h3>Analyzing Volume &amp; Open Interest</h3>
Looking at the volume and open interest is a powerful move while trading options. This data can help you track the liquidity and interest for Ulta Beauty's options for a given strike price. Below, we can observe the evolution of the volume and open interest of calls and puts, respectively, for all of Ulta Beauty's whale trades within a strike price range from $260.0 to $500.0 in the last 30 days. 
<h3>Ulta Beauty Call and Put Volume: 30-Day Overview</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729091762_0.png" alt="Options Call Chart" />
<h3>Significant Options Trades Detected:</h3>

<table>
<thead>
<tr>
<th>Symbol</th>
<th>PUT/CALL</th>
<th>Trade Type</th>
<th>Sentiment</th>
<th>Exp. Date</th>
<th>Ask</th>
<th>Bid</th>
<th>Price</th>
<th>Strike Price</th>
<th>Total Trade Price</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Open Interest</th>
<th style="text-align: right;">Volume</th>
</tr>
</thead>
<tbody>
<tr>
<td>ULTA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>10/25/24</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$3.3</td>
<td>$3.5</td>
<td>$352.50</td>
<td>$315.7K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">111</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">904</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ULTA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BEARISH</td>
<td>10/18/24</td>
<td>$35.6</td>
<td>$31.0</td>
<td>$34.12</td>
<td>$390.00</td>
<td>$95.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">682</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">42</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ULTA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/15/24</td>
<td>$16.8</td>
<td>$14.4</td>
<td>$16.8</td>
<td>$360.00</td>
<td>$83.9K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">31</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">50</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ULTA</td>
<td>CALL</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>03/21/25</td>
<td>$20.1</td>
<td>$19.7</td>
<td>$20.09</td>
<td>$400.00</td>
<td>$80.3K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">57</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">43</td>
</tr>
<tr>
<td>ULTA</td>
<td>PUT</td>
<td>SWEEP</td>
<td>BULLISH</td>
<td>11/01/24</td>
<td>$10.2</td>
<td>$9.8</td>
<td>$10.2</td>
<td>$365.00</td>
<td>$72.8K</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">97</td>
<td style="text-align: right;">40</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<h3>About Ulta Beauty</h3>
With 1,385 stores at the end of fiscal 2023 and a partnership with Target, Ulta Beauty is the largest specialized beauty retailer in the US. The firm offers makeup (41% of 2023 sales), fragrances, skin care (19% of sales), and hair care products (19% of sales), and bath and body items. Ulta offers private-label products and merchandise from more than 500 vendors. It also offers salon services, including hair, makeup, skin, and brow services, in all stores. Most Ulta stores are approximately 10,000 square feet and are in suburban strip centers. Ulta was founded in 1990 and is based in Bolingbrook, Illinois.
Having examined the options trading patterns of Ulta Beauty, our attention now turns directly to the company. This shift allows us to delve into its present market position and performance
<h3>Present Market Standing of Ulta Beauty</h3>
<ul>
<li>Currently trading with a volume of 919,437, the ULTA's price is down by -3.95%, now at $354.89. </li>
<li>RSI readings suggest the stock is currently may be oversold.</li>
<li>Anticipated earnings release is in 44 days.</li>
</ul>
<h3>Professional Analyst Ratings for Ulta Beauty</h3>
In the last month, 4 experts released ratings on this stock with an average target price of $412.25.
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&#x2A; An analyst from Raymond James has decided to maintain their Outperform rating on Ulta Beauty, which currently sits at a price target of $440. 
&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen persists with their Hold rating on Ulta Beauty, maintaining a target price of $390. 
&#x2A; An analyst from TD Cowen has revised its rating downward to Hold, adjusting the price target to $395. 
&#x2A; An analyst from Deutsche Bank persists with their Buy rating on Ulta Beauty, maintaining a target price of $424. 
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Ulta Beauty's Options: A Look at What the Big Money is Thinking

Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 15 years by 10.87% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 22.64%. Currently, Ulta Beauty has a market capitalization of $16.98 billion. 
Buying $1000 In ULTA: If an investor had bought $1000 of ULTA stock 15 years ago, it would be worth $22,357.63 today based on a price of $360.40 for ULTA at the time of writing.
<h3>Ulta Beauty's Performance Over Last 15 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1729089027_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

$1000 Invested In This Stock 15 Years Ago Would Be Worth $22,000 Today

Ulta Beauty, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ULTA#NASDAQ">ULTA</a>) shares are trading lower after the company provided long-term business strategy plans and <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/premarket" rel="noreferrer noopener">reaffirmed its fiscal year 2024 guidance.</a>
Ulta Beauty aims for profitable growth through four focus areas &#8211; assortment, experience, access, and loyalty, targeting 1,800+ new stores (200 net new stores over the next three years) and a loyalty program of<a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/24/10/b41354692/ulta-beauty-announces-long-term-financial-targets-and-strategic-priorities-to-drive-profitable-gro" rel="noreferrer noopener"> 50 million members by 2028.</a>
The company continues to expect FY24 net sales of $11.0 billion to $11.2 billion (estimate: $11.16 billion), comparable sales to be down 2% to flat and operating margin of 12.7% to 13%.
While announcing its second-quarter results, the company reduced its FY24 net sales guidance from $11.5 billion &#8211; $11.6 billion to $11.0 billion &#8211; $11.2 billion and EPS guidance <a href="https://www.benzinga.com//node/40639181" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">from $25.20 &#8211; $26.00 to $22.60 &#8211; $23.50.</a>
&#8220;This plan will enable us to drive strong growth and capture greater market share in beauty and wellness,&#8221; said &nbsp;Dave Kimbell, chief executive officer.&nbsp;
On October 15, 2024, the company&#8217;s board of directors approved a new share repurchase authorization of $3.0 billion, which replaces the prior authorization implemented in March 2024.&nbsp;
As of August 3, the company had $1.6 billion&nbsp;remaining available under the&nbsp;prior $2.0 billion&nbsp;share repurchase program.
Also Read: <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/earnings/24/10/41354865/morgan-stanley-q3-earnings-institutional-securities-sees-momentum-total-client-assets-surpass-7-5t-" rel="noreferrer noopener">Morgan Stanley Q3 Earnings: Institutional Securities Sees Momentum, Total Client Assets Surpass $7.5T Across Wealth And Investment Management</a>
Ulta Beauty&#8217;s long-term targets for 2026 and beyond include 4% &#8211; 6% net sales growth, mid-single-digit operating profit growth, and low double-digit EPS growth.
The company said its disciplined capital allocation priorities will focus on funding operations, reinvesting in the business to drive growth, maintaining capital expenditures at 4%—5%&nbsp;of net sales, and returning excess cash to shareholders through buybacks.
Paula Oyibo, chief financial officer, said, &#8220;While we expect 2024 and 2025 will be transitional years as we manage through near-term category dynamics, over the long-term, we see additional opportunity to expand our leadership position, delivering both profitable growth and compelling shareholder value.&#8221;
According to&nbsp;<a target="_blank" href="https://pro.benzinga.com/?gspk=YWRhbWVja2VydDUzMzY&amp;gsxid=zBMR4PKmcgBw" rel="noreferrer noopener">Benzinga Pro</a>, ULTA stock has lost 6% in the past year. Investors can gain exposure to the stock via&nbsp;Neuberger Berman ETF Trust Neuberger Berman Next Generation Connected Consumer ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NBCC#NYSE">NBCC</a>) and&nbsp;Advisor Managed Portfolios Trenchless Fund ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/RVER#NYSE">RVER</a>).
Price Action: ULTA shares are trading lower by 3.6% to $356.20 at last check Wednesday.
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