In our view, macroeconomic and tariff uncertainties were the main catalysts for LCUT's 3% year-over-year revenue decline to $137.4 million in 2Q:25.
Assuming some operating margin pressure as well, partly offset by an expected tax benefit, we estimate a loss of $0.17 per share compared to a loss of $0.03 per share in 2Q:24.
We think the rest of 2025 will be similarly pressured, though likely smaller losses in the international segment will be a partial offset, in our view. Hence, we estimate that EPS in 2025 will drop to $0.14 from $0.58 in 2024.
Assuming improved clarity about tariffs, a better macroeconomic landscape and benefits from a few internal initiatives, we estimate EPS will rebound to $0.55 in 2026.
Our moderate risk rating factors in our expectation for an earnings recovery in 2026 and healthy free cash flow prospects.

09 Aug 2025
With Macro And Tariff Headwinds, Expect Larger Year-Over-Year Loss In 2Q:25; Maintain $7 Price Target Given Expected 2026 Sales, Profit Recovery, Solid Free Cash Flow

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With Macro And Tariff Headwinds, Expect Larger Year-Over-Year Loss In 2Q:25; Maintain $7 Price Target Given Expected 2026 Sales, Profit Recovery, Solid Free Cash Flow
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- Published:
09 Aug 2025 -
Author:
Anthony C. Lebiedzinski -
Pages:
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In our view, macroeconomic and tariff uncertainties were the main catalysts for LCUT's 3% year-over-year revenue decline to $137.4 million in 2Q:25.
Assuming some operating margin pressure as well, partly offset by an expected tax benefit, we estimate a loss of $0.17 per share compared to a loss of $0.03 per share in 2Q:24.
We think the rest of 2025 will be similarly pressured, though likely smaller losses in the international segment will be a partial offset, in our view. Hence, we estimate that EPS in 2025 will drop to $0.14 from $0.58 in 2024.
Assuming improved clarity about tariffs, a better macroeconomic landscape and benefits from a few internal initiatives, we estimate EPS will rebound to $0.55 in 2026.
Our moderate risk rating factors in our expectation for an earnings recovery in 2026 and healthy free cash flow prospects.