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lululemon athletica (LULU)

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Earnings summaries and quarterly performance for lululemon athletica.

Research analysts who have asked questions during lululemon athletica earnings calls.

Alex Straton

Alex Straton

Morgan Stanley

8 questions for LULU

Also covers: AEO, ANF, AS +17 more
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Brooke Roach

Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.

8 questions for LULU

Also covers: , AS, BURL +23 more
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Matthew Boss

JPMorgan Chase & Co.

8 questions for LULU

Also covers: , AEO, ANF +38 more
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Michael Binetti

Evercore ISI

8 questions for LULU

Also covers: , AS, BIRK +16 more
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Paul Lejuez

Citigroup

8 questions for LULU

Also covers: , ACI, AEO +36 more
Janine Stichter

Janine Stichter

BTIG

7 questions for LULU

Also covers: AEO, ANF, BIRK +13 more
John Kernan

John Kernan

Cowen Inc.

6 questions for LULU

Also covers: , AS, ASO +15 more
Dana Telsey

Dana Telsey

Telsey Advisory Group

5 questions for LULU

Also covers: , AEO, AKA +44 more
Lorraine Hutchinson

Lorraine Hutchinson

Bank of America

5 questions for LULU

Also covers: AS, BBWI, BIRK +18 more
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Jay Sole

UBS

4 questions for LULU

Also covers: , AEO, AS +27 more
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Mark Altschwager

Robert W. Baird & Co.

4 questions for LULU

Also covers: BBWI, BIRK, BURL +11 more
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Adrienne Yih-Tennant

Barclays

2 questions for LULU

Also covers: AEO, ANF, BBWI +18 more
Aneesha Sherman

Aneesha Sherman

AllianceBernstein

2 questions for LULU

Also covers: , CPRI, NKE +5 more
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Brian Nagel

Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.

2 questions for LULU

Also covers: ASO, AZO, BBY +17 more
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Irwin Boruchow

Wells Fargo Securities

2 questions for LULU

Also covers: , BBWI, BURL +18 more
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Janine Hoffman Stichter

Stifel

2 questions for LULU

Also covers: , BIRK, FL +6 more
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Lorraine Maikis

Bank of America

2 questions for LULU

Also covers: , AS, BBWI +9 more
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Rakesh Patel

Raymond James

2 questions for LULU

Also covers: AEO, ANF, BYON +8 more
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Sharon Zackfia

William Blair & Company

2 questions for LULU

Also covers: BIRK, BJRI, BROS +16 more
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Adrianne Yih

Barclays PLC

1 question for LULU

Also covers: BBWI
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Ike Boruchow

Wells Fargo

1 question for LULU

Also covers: AS, BBWI, BURL +18 more

Recent press releases and 8-K filings for LULU.

lululemon expands into six new international markets in 2026
LULU
New Projects/Investments
  • lululemon will open stores in six new markets in 2026—Greece, Austria, Poland, Hungary, Romania, and India—via franchise partnerships.
  • This marks a record number of market entries in a single year, building on its footprint in over 30 global markets.
  • European guests will shop online through lululemon.eu, while Indian customers can purchase via Tata CLiQ Luxury and Tata CLiQ Fashion.
  • The expansion follows recent franchise openings in Italy, Denmark, Turkey, and Belgium, reinforcing lululemon’s international growth strategy.
Dec 18, 2025, 11:30 AM
lululemon founder criticizes board’s succession planning
LULU
Board Change
CEO Change
  • Founder and largest shareholder Chip Wilson asserts the board has again failed at succession planning following recent leadership changes.
  • Wilson points to a 62.8% drop in LULU’s share price under CEO Calvin McDonald over the past two years as evidence of value destruction.
  • He calls for the appointment of new, independent directors with specific expertise to lead the CEO search process.
  • Despite concerns, Wilson reaffirms confidence in the strength of the lululemon brand and notes there are qualified CEO candidates in the retail and apparel sectors.
Dec 12, 2025, 12:00 PM
Lululemon reports Q3 2026 results
LULU
Earnings
Guidance Update
Management Change
  • Lululemon’s Q3 net revenue rose 7% to $2.6 billion, with net income of $307 million and EPS of $2.59; gross profit margin was 55.6%, down 290 bps due to higher tariffs and markdowns.
  • Americas revenue declined 2% (U.S. down 3%, Canada down 1%), while China Mainland revenue surged 46% (47% CC) and rest of world grew 19%; digital sales increased 13% to $1.1 billion (42% of total).
  • FY2025 revenue is now expected at $10.96 billion–$11.05 billion (+4% YoY) with EPS of $12.92–$13.02 and a gross margin decline of 270 bps; Q4 revenue is guided to $3.50 billion–$3.59 billion (–3% to –1%) and EPS of $4.66–$4.76.
  • CEO Calvin McDonald will transition to a co-CEO structure alongside André Maestrini and Executive Chair Marty Morfitt, with merchandising and design functions reporting to CFO Meghan, as part of a broader management realignment.
Dec 11, 2025, 9:30 PM
Lululemon Athletica reports Q3 2026 results and CEO transition
LULU
Earnings
CEO Change
Guidance Update
  • CEO Calvin McDonald to step down on January 31, 2026, after seven years; Meghan Frank and André Maestrini named interim co-CEOs, with McDonald advising through March 2026.
  • Q3 net revenue of $2.6 billion (+7% YoY) and comparable sales +2%; Americas down 2% (U.S. –3%, Canada –1%), China Mainland +46%, Rest of World +19%; digital sales +13% to $1.1 billion (42% of total).
  • Updated 2025 revenue guidance to $10.96–$11.05 billion (+4% YoY; +5–6% ex-53rd week); Q4 revenue guided to $3.50–$3.59 billion (–1% to –3% YoY; +2–4% incl. 53rd week); FY EPS raised to $12.92–$13.02.
  • Three-pillar action plan to inflect U.S. growth in 2026—product creation (new style penetration to 35%), product activation (localized assortments, digital enhancements), and enterprise efficiency (tariff mitigation, cost savings).
Dec 11, 2025, 9:30 PM
lululemon reports Q3 FY2026 earnings
LULU
Earnings
  • Total revenue was $2.6 B, up 7%, and diluted EPS was $2.59, down 10%, with comparable sales up 2% in Q3 FY2026.
  • Women’s apparel revenue grew 6%, men’s apparel 8%, and accessories 12%; digital revenue rose 13% while store revenue was flat.
  • International revenue increased 33% versus a 2% decline in the Americas, led by strength in China Mainland, APAC, and EMEA.
  • Management highlighted progress on U.S. business initiatives, expects the impact to materialize in 2026, and remains encouraged by early holiday season trends.
Dec 11, 2025, 9:30 PM
lululemon athletica announces Q3 fiscal 2025 results
LULU
Earnings
Share Buyback
Guidance Update
  • Net revenue increased 7% to $2.6 billion; comparable sales rose 1% overall (2% constant currency), driven by 33% international growth despite a 2% decline in Americas.
  • Gross profit of $1.4 billion (+2%) and 55.6% gross margin (–290 bps); operating income of $435.9 million (–11%) with a 17.0% operating margin (–350 bps); diluted EPS of $2.59 vs $2.87 prior year.
  • Opened 12 net new stores to reach 796 company-operated locations; ending inventory up 11% to $2.0 billion.
  • Repurchased 1.0 million shares for $189.0 million and board approved a $1.0 billion increase to the share repurchase program (approx. $1.6 billion authorized remaining).
  • Forecasts Q4 net revenue of $3.500–$3.585 billion (down 3%–1%; up 2%–4% ex-53rd week) and EPS of $4.66–$4.76.
Dec 11, 2025, 9:08 PM
lululemon announces Q3 FY25 results and buyback increase
LULU
Earnings
Share Buyback
  • Net revenue rose 7% to $2.6 billion in Q3 FY25, driven by a 33% increase in international sales while Americas sales declined 2%.
  • Diluted EPS was $2.59, down from $2.87 in Q3 FY24, and gross margin compressed by 290 bps to 55.6%.
  • Comparable sales grew 1% (2% constant currency), with Americas comps down 5% and international comps up 18%.
  • The board authorized a $1.0 billion increase to the share repurchase program (bringing total remaining authorization to ~$1.6 billion) and the company repurchased 1.0 million shares for $189.0 million in the quarter.
  • Opened 12 net new company-operated stores, ending the quarter with 796 stores worldwide.
Dec 11, 2025, 9:06 PM
lululemon announces CEO succession plan
LULU
CEO Change
Board Change
Management Change
  • Calvin McDonald will step down as CEO and Board member effective January 31, 2026, then serve as senior advisor through March 31, 2026.
  • Marti Morfitt, current Board Chair, appointed Executive Chair immediately to oversee strategy during the leadership transition.
  • Meghan Frank (CFO) and André Maestrini (Chief Commercial Officer) named interim co-CEOs to lead the company until a new CEO is appointed.
  • Under McDonald’s tenure since 2018, lululemon more than tripled its annual revenues and expects $11 billion in revenue this fiscal year.
Dec 11, 2025, 9:05 PM
lululemon athletica inc. updates leadership team
LULU
Management Change
Hiring
  • Celeste Burgoyne, President of the Americas and Global Guest Innovation, will leave lululemon at the end of December 2025 for a role outside the industry.
  • André Maestrini, Executive Vice President of International since 2021, has been named President and Chief Commercial Officer, effective immediately.
  • In his new role, Mr. Maestrini will oversee all regions, stores, and digital channels globally, driving market expansion, revenue growth, and best-practice sharing across North America and international markets.
  • Ms. Burgoyne joined in 2006 and became lululemon’s first President in 2020; Mr. Maestrini helped quadruple the company’s international revenues during his tenure.
Nov 21, 2025, 9:39 PM
lululemon enters $600M revolving credit facility
LULU
Debt Issuance
  • On October 15, 2025, lululemon athletica inc. entered into a Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement providing an initial $600 million unsecured revolving credit facility, with an accordion feature to increase total commitments up to $1 billion.
  • The Credit Facility matures on October 15, 2030, and includes two one-year extension options at lululemon’s request, subject to customary conditions.
  • Borrowings bear interest at alternative benchmark rates plus an applicable margin and may be prepaid or commitments reduced without premium, subject only to customary breakage costs.
  • The facility is guaranteed by lululemon and certain subsidiaries and contains customary financial, affirmative and negative covenants, including leverage and fixed charge coverage ratios.
Oct 21, 2025, 8:16 PM