Helen of Troy Q4 Beats, Shares +6%

Helen of Troy posted adjusted EPS $0.83, surpassing consensus $0.75, while revenue fell 3.3% YoY to $470.0 million, beating $450.8 million estimate.
GAAP diluted loss per share was -$2.41, driven by $79.2 million non‑cash asset impairment, with gross margin slipping 400 bps to 44.6%.
The company generated $111.3 million operating cash flow, $103.1 million free cash flow, and sold its Southaven facility for $82 million, recognizing $54.9 million gain.
FY2027 guidance projects adjusted EPS $3.25‑$3.75 (midpoint $3.50) and revenue $1.751‑$1.822 billion (midpoint $1.787 billion), slightly above consensus.