Victoria's Secret Q2 Beats, Raises Full-Year Guidance on Tariff Refunds
VSXY has more than doubled off its 52-week low of $22.54.
Summary
Victoria's Secret reported Q2 net sales of $1.611 billion, up 10% year-over-year, with adjusted EPS of $0.95 beating guidance. The company raised full-year sales and profit guidance, supported by over $140 million in tariff refunds.
Key Events · Earnings and Guidance · VSXY
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Q2 Results Beat Guidance
Net sales rose 10% to $1.611 billion, near the high end of guidance. Adjusted operating income of $124 million exceeded the $90-100 million range, and adjusted EPS of $0.95 beat the $0.65-0.75 forecast.
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Tariff Refunds Boost Reported Profit
The company recognized over $140 million in IEEPA tariff refunds, representing over 95% of tariffs paid. Reported operating income was $257 million versus $41 million a year ago, but adjusted results exclude the refunds.
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Full-Year Guidance Raised
FY2026 net sales guidance increased to $7.100-7.180 billion from $7.030-7.130 billion. Adjusted operating income guidance rose to $560-590 million from $550-580 million.
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Q3 Guidance Issued
Q3 2026 net sales are forecast at $1.570-1.600 billion, with operating income of $10-20 million, compared to adjusted operating income of $0 million in Q3 2025.
Analysis · VSXY · Trade & Services
A strong second quarter for Victoria's Secret saw net sales climb 10% to $1.611 billion, while adjusted operating income of $124 million landed well above the $90-100 million guidance. The quarter also included over $140 million in IEEPA tariff refunds, which management excluded from adjusted results. More importantly, the company raised its full-year net sales and adjusted operating income outlook, signaling confidence in the back half despite ongoing tariff uncertainty. This is a meaningful positive update for a retailer that has faced heavy insider selling from its largest shareholder in recent months.
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