Nu Skin Enterprises is a global company that specializes in personal care products and dietary supplements
They focus on innovating and marketing anti-aging skincare items, hair care products, and nutritional supplements through a direct selling model. The company emphasizes the use of science and technology in developing its products, which are designed to enhance the overall well-being and appearance of its customers. By combining traditional retail with a network of independent distributors, Nu Skin provides a unique shopping experience that leverages personal connections and social selling strategies.
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Personal care company Nu Skin (NYSENUS) reported Q4 CY2024 results topping the market’s revenue expectations, but sales fell by 8.8% year on year to $445.6 million. On the other hand, next quarter’s revenue guidance of $355 million was less impressive, coming in 12.3% below analysts’ estimates. Its non-GAAP profit of $0.38 per share was 72.3% above analysts’ consensus estimates.
Shares of personal care company Nu Skin (NYSENUS)
jumped 13.3% in the morning session after the company reported strong preliminary Q4 2024 guidance, with revenue expected to be at the high end of the previous guidance range. A day after this report, the company is expected to share updates on its strategy, including the recent sale of Mavely for $250 million. Overall, the updates provide more reasons for investors to stay optimistic.
Shares of personal care company Nu Skin (NYSENUS)
jumped 21.9% in the morning session after the company announced the sale of the Mavely affiliate technology platform, owned by its subsidiary Rhyz Inc., to Later, a marketing and social media management software firm. Valued at $250 million, the deal delivered a substantial payoff, with management adding, "This transaction yielded roughly a fivefold return on the company's total investment in Mavely since its acquisition in 2021."
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Nu Skin’s stock price has taken a beating over the past six months, shedding 41.8% of its value and falling to $7.59 per share. This was partly driven by its softer quarterly results and might have investors contemplating their next move.
The end of the earnings season is always a good time to take a step back and see who shined (and who not so much). Let’s take a look at how personal care stocks fared in Q3, starting with BeautyHealth (NASDAQSKIN).
