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Ralph Lauren Lifts 2026 Guidance After First-Quarter Beat

Forecasts for low- to mid-single-digit revenue growth with 40–60 basis point margin expansion reflect strong affluent demand under elevated inflation pressures, tariff volatility.

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Overview

  • Ralph Lauren reported first-quarter net revenue of $1.72 billion and adjusted EPS of $3.77, surpassing consensus estimates of $1.66 billion and $3.50.
  • The company lifted its fiscal 2026 revenue forecast to low- to mid-single-digit percentage growth and raised operating margin expansion guidance to 40–60 basis points on a currency-adjusted basis.
  • A 14% increase in average unit retail in the direct-to-consumer channel drove much of the profit upside.
  • Shares of Ralph Lauren climbed about 2% in premarket trading following the earnings release and outlook upgrade.
  • CEO Patrice Louvet warned that elevated inflation pressures and tariff volatility could weigh on performance in the back half of the fiscal year.