Victoria’s Secret & Co. (NYSE:VSXY – Get Free Report) issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday. The company reported $0.60 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.29 by $0.31, FiscalAI reports. Victoria’s Secret & Co. had a return on equity of 38.95% and a net margin of 3.11%.The firm had revenue of $1.56 billion during the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $1.52 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the business posted $0.09 EPS.
Here are the key takeaways from Victoria’s Secret & Co.’s conference call:
- Victoria’s Secret & Co. posted a very strong Q1, with net sales up 15%, comparable sales up 13%, adjusted operating income up 153% to $80 million, and adjusted EPS rising to $0.60, all above guidance.
- Broad-based brand momentum continued across Victoria’s Secret, PINK, and Beauty, each delivering double-digit sales growth, while the company saw strong new-customer acquisition, file growth, and gains in intimates market share.
- Management said the promo detox is working, with higher regular-price selling and mid-single-digit AUR growth helping drive gross margin expansion despite tariff pressure. The company suggested there is still room for further margin improvement as promotions are reduced over time.
- The 2026 outlook was raised materially, with full-year net sales now expected at $7.03 billion-$7.13 billion, adjusted operating income at $550 million-$580 million, and adjusted EPS at $4.35-$4.60, reflecting both stronger business trends and more favorable tariff assumptions.
- International, especially China, remained a major growth driver, with reported international sales up 45% in Q1 and management saying the business still has meaningful long-term runway, though it is navigating tariff uncertainty and a disruptive shareholder campaign.
Victoria’s Secret & Co. Stock Performance
NYSE VSXY opened at $78.45 on Thursday. The stock has a 50-day simple moving average of $50.41 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $52.33. The firm has a market capitalization of $6.23 billion, a P/E ratio of 42.18, a PEG ratio of 1.38 and a beta of 2.16. Victoria’s Secret & Co. has a fifty-two week low of $17.53 and a fifty-two week high of $81.28. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.07, a quick ratio of 0.54 and a current ratio of 1.25.
Analyst Ratings Changes
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Insider Transactions at Victoria’s Secret & Co.
In related news, Director Anne Sheehan acquired 4,842 shares of Victoria’s Secret & Co. stock in a transaction on Thursday, April 2nd. The stock was acquired at an average price of $45.86 per share, for a total transaction of $222,054.12. Following the purchase, the director owned 34,261 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $1,571,209.46. This represents a 16.46% increase in their position. The acquisition was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Also, Director Donna James acquired 2,175 shares of Victoria’s Secret & Co. stock in a transaction on Thursday, April 2nd. The shares were bought at an average price of $46.23 per share, with a total value of $100,550.25. Following the purchase, the director directly owned 63,097 shares in the company, valued at approximately $2,916,974.31. The trade was a 3.57% increase in their position. The SEC filing for this purchase provides additional information. Company insiders own 0.52% of the company’s stock.
Hedge Funds Weigh In On Victoria’s Secret & Co.
A number of institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of VSXY. Fuller & Thaler Asset Management Inc. purchased a new position in shares of Victoria’s Secret & Co. during the 4th quarter valued at about $87,786,000. Marshall Wace LLP grew its position in shares of Victoria’s Secret & Co. by 301.4% during the 4th quarter. Marshall Wace LLP now owns 1,792,727 shares of the company’s stock valued at $97,112,000 after acquiring an additional 1,346,104 shares during the period. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD grew its position in shares of Victoria’s Secret & Co. by 1,454.1% during the 4th quarter. Price T Rowe Associates Inc. MD now owns 1,045,465 shares of the company’s stock valued at $56,634,000 after acquiring an additional 978,194 shares during the period. Balyasny Asset Management L.P. acquired a new stake in shares of Victoria’s Secret & Co. during the 3rd quarter valued at about $20,870,000. Finally, Bridgeway Capital Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Victoria’s Secret & Co. during the 3rd quarter valued at about $17,644,000. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 90.29% of the company’s stock.
More Victoria’s Secret & Co. News
Here are the key news stories impacting Victoria’s Secret & Co. this week:
- Positive Sentiment: Victoria’s Secret & Co. reported Q1 net sales of $1.56 billion, topping estimates, while adjusted EPS of $0.60 handily beat expectations and more than doubled from a year ago. Article title: Victoria’s Secret (VSCO) Beats Q1 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
- Positive Sentiment: The company raised fiscal 2026 guidance, with sales and operating income outlooks moving above prior targets, reinforcing the case that its turnaround and margin expansion are continuing. Article title: Victoria’s Secret soars 50% as turnaround powers upbeat annual forecasts
- Positive Sentiment: Wells Fargo and Telsey Advisory Group both raised price targets to $90 and kept bullish ratings, signaling that analysts see more upside even after the recent rally. Article title: Analyst price-target updates for Victoria’s Secret & Co.
- Positive Sentiment: All three independent proxy advisors recommended shareholders vote for Victoria’s Secret’s board nominees, reducing governance uncertainty ahead of the June 11 annual meeting. Article title: All Three Independent Proxy Advisors Recommend Victoria’s Secret & Co. Shareholders Vote “FOR” All of the Company’s Nominees on the WHITE Proxy Card
- Neutral Sentiment: Several follow-up commentary pieces highlighted the stock’s record high and the magnitude of the rally, but did not add materially new fundamental information beyond the earnings beat and guidance hike. Article title: Victoria’s Secret soars 50% as turnaround powers upbeat annual forecasts
- Negative Sentiment: One Seeking Alpha piece downgraded Victoria’s Secret to Hold, arguing the risk/reward profile is less attractive after the sharp run-up, which could temper momentum-driven buying. Article title: Victoria’s Secret & Co.: Downgrade To Hold As Risk/Reward No Longer As Attractive
About Victoria’s Secret & Co.
Victoria’s Secret & Co is a leading designer, manufacturer and marketer of intimate apparel, beauty products and accessories for women. The company operates a portfolio of brands that includes Victoria’s Secret, renowned for its lingerie, bras and sleepwear; PINK, a line targeting younger consumers with activewear and lifestyle products; and Victoria’s Secret Beauty, offering fragrances, cosmetics and personal care items. Products are sold through retail stores as well as direct-to-consumer channels, including e-commerce platforms and mobile applications.
The origins of Victoria’s Secret date back to 1977, when founders Roy and Gaye Raymond opened the first store in San Francisco.
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