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FAQs
FAQs
Earnings Questions
How do I obtain the latest quarterly information and other financial literature?
Stockholders and other interested parties may access the latest quarterly or annual financial results via the Investors section of this website. Also within the Investors section, the Company archives news releases.
Interested investors may also request materials via e-mail at irdept@estee.com or by writing to:
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Investor Relations
767 Fifth Avenue
New York, NY 10153
When do the fiscal quarters end?
Our first quarter ends September 30th, the second quarter ends December 31st, the third quarter ends March 31st, and the fourth quarter ends June 30th. Our fiscal year ends on June 30th of each year.
What are The Estée Lauder Companies’ earnings release dates for the coming year?
Earnings release and conference call dates, as well as archives of our last four quarters earnings conference calls can be accessed in the Events & Presentations section on this site.
What accounting firm audits your financial statements?
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP is The Estée Lauder Companies' independent accountant.
General Questions
Where can I get copies of Company documents filed with the SEC?
Individuals may access Company documents filed with the SEC on the Internet through the SEC Filings section of this website or at www.sec.gov. Also, the Company's filings with the SEC can be received by contacting the Company via e-mail at irdept@estee.com, or by writing to the Investor Relations Department at:
The Estée Lauder Companies Inc.
Investor Relations
767 Fifth Avenue, 40th Floor
New York, New York 10153
How many employees does The Estée Lauder Companies have?
As of June 30, 2023, we had approximately 62,000 employees worldwide.
When is the next Annual Meeting of Stockholders?
The 2022 annual meeting of stockholders will be held on November 18, 2022.
Where can I find more information about topics including product efficacy, safety and ingredients?
We greatly value the trust our consumers place in our extraordinary products for their efficacy and safety. As a company, we pride ourselves in caring for people, communities and the environment. Please visit our Viewpoints section to learn more.
Where can I find information on The Estée Lauder Companies’ ESG efforts?
Please visit Our Commitments to learn more about the company’s citizenship and sustainability efforts.
Brand Questions
What are The Estée Lauder Companies' new products?
The brands comprising The Estée Lauder Companies continually announce and launch hundreds of new products and numerous different color shades in any given year. Please refer to the Our Brands section of this website for further information on each brand.
What companies / brands/ licenses has The Estée Lauder Companies acquired, divested or discontinued?
Date | Company or Brand | Principal Product Line | Type |
---|---|---|---|
April 2023 | TOM FORD | All product lines, enabling Company to continue with Beauty directly, and to become licensor for Fashion, Accessories and Eyewear | Acquisition |
July 2022 | Designer Fragrances (Tommy Hilfiger, Donna Karan New York, DKNY, Michael Kors and Ermenegildo Zegna) | Fragrance | Discontinued license |
September 2021 | BECCA | Cosmetics | Discontinued |
May 2021 | DECIEM | Skin, body and hair care | Acquired majority equity interest |
March 2021 | RODIN olio lusso | Luxury skin care | Discontinued |
December 2020 | Prescriptives | Custom Color | Discontinued |
December 2020 | Kiton | Italian fashion house | Discontinued license for beauty products |
December 2019 | Tory Burch | American Sportswear Brand | Discontinued license for fragrance |
December 2019 | Dr. Jart+/Do The Right Thing | Skin Care | Acquired remaining equity interest |
June 2017 | DECIEM | Skin, body and hair care | Acquired minority equity interest |
December 2016 | Too Faced | Cosmetics | Acquisition |
November 2016 | BECCA | Cosmetics | Acquisition |
July 2016 | Marni | Milan Fashion House | Discontinued license for beauty |
February 2016 | By Kilian | Fragrance | Acquisition |
December 2015 | Dr. Jart+/Do The Right Thing | Skin Care | Acquired minority equity interest |
June 2015 | Coach | Luxury Handbags | Discontinued license for beauty |
January 2015 | GLAMGLOW | Prestige skin care | Acquisition |
January 2015 | Editions de Parfums Frederic Malle | Curated luxury fragrances | Acquisition |
October 2014 | Le Labo | Prestige fragrance and sensory lifestyle | Acquisition |
November 2014 | RODIN olio lusso | Luxury skin care | Acquisition |
June 2014 | American Beauty | Cosmetics, skin care and fragrance | Discontinued |
June 2014 | Grassroots Research Labs | Skin care | Discontinued |
June 2012 | Sean John | American fashion house | Discontinued |
December 2011 | Missoni | Milan fashion house | Discontinued |
October 2011 | Tory Burch | American Sportswear Brand | License for fragrance |
September 2011 | Marni | Milan fashion house | License for fragrance |
July 2011 | Ermenegildo Zegna | Milan fashion house | License for fragrance and grooming |
July 2010 | Smashbox Beauty Cosmetics, Inc. | Makeup | Acquisition |
January 2010 | Prescriptives | Custom Color | Discontinued at retail |
July 2008 | Forest Essentials | Indian skin care | Acquired minority equity interest |
August 2007 | Rodan & Fields | Skin care | Divestiture |
July 2007 | Ojon Corporation | Hair care | Acquisition |
June 2007 | Gloss.com | Beauty website | Discontinued |
September 2006 | Bumble and bumble LLC | Hair care | Acquired remaining equity interest |
April 2006 | Stila Cosmetics, Inc. | Professional makeup | Divestiture |
June 2005 | Kate Spade LLC | Luxury handbags and accessories | Discontinued |
May 2005 | Missoni | Milan fashion house | License for beauty products |
April 2005 | Tom Ford | American fashion house | License for beauty products |
May 2004 | Sean John | American fashion house | License for beauty products |
February 2004 | jane | Makeup | Divestiture |
July 2003 | Rodan & Fields | Skin care | Acquisition |
May 2003 | Michael Kors | American fashion house | License for beauty products |
April 2003 | Laboratoires Darphin | Skin care | Acquisition |
July 2000 | gloss.com | Beauty website | Chanel & Clarins take minority interest |
June 2000 | Bumble and bumble LLC | Hair care | Acquired majority equity interest |
April 2000 | Gloss.com | Beauty website | Acquisition |
January 2000 | Toni Gard Fashion GmbH | German fashion house | License for beauty products |
November 1999 | Kate Spade LLC | Luxury handbags and accessories | License for beauty products |
October 1999 | Jo Malone Limited | Fragrance & skin care | Acquisition |
August 1999 | Stila Cosmetics, Inc. | Professional makeup | Acquisition |
February 1998 | Make-up Art Cosmetics | Professional makeup | Acquisition of remaining equity |
November 1997 | Aveda Corporation | Hair care, makeup and skin care | Acquisition |
November 1997 | Donna Karan International | American fashion house | License for beauty products |
September 1997 | jane | Makeup | Acquisition |
March 1997 | Make-up Art Cosmetics | Professional makeup | Acquired additional equity interest |
September 1996 | Kiton | Italian fashion house | License for beauty products |
May 1995 | La Mer | Skin care | Acquisition |
October 1995 | Bobbi Brown Cosmetics essentials | Professional makeup | Acquisition |
December 1994 | Make-up Art Cosmetics | Professional makeup | Acquired majority equity interest |
December 1993 | Tommy Hilfiger | American fashion house | License for beauty products |
Stock Questions
What is the stock symbol and CUSIP number for The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. Class A Common Stock?
The stock symbol is EL and the CUSIP number is 518439104.
What stock exchange is EL listed on?
The New York Stock Exchange.
Who is the Company's transfer agent and how does a registered stockholder contact the agent for EL account information?
Computershare, Inc. is the Company's transfer agent and registrar. Stockholders who wish to change the name and address or ownership of stock, report lost certificates or dividend checks should contact:
By Mail:
Computershare, Inc.
P.O. Box 43078
Providence RI 02940-3078
By Phone:
888-860-6295
Does the Company pay dividends on its Class A Common Stock?
The Company currently pays a quarterly dividend on its Class A Common Stock. Following a declaration by the Board of Directors, dividends on the common stock are expected to be paid typically in March, June, September and December. There can be no assurance that the payment of dividends will continue. More information on dividends is available in the dividend history section on this site.
Is there a dividend reinvestment plan or a direct stock purchase plan?
Yes. Computershare Trust Company, N.A. sponsors and administers the Computershare CIP Program, a dividend reinvestment and direct stock purchase program. The Program is designed for long-term investors who wish to invest and build their ownership in The Estée Lauder Companies over time. Key features of the Program are the following:
- You can participate in the Program if you are a registered holder of shares of Class A Common Stock or you can participate by making an initial investment of at least $250 through the Program
- Once you are a registered stockholder, you can elect to reinvest all or part of your dividends in additional shares of Class A Common Stock
- You also have the option to purchase between $100 and $10,000 worth of Estée Lauder Class A Common Stock monthly
- You can sell Class A Common Stock through the Program
- Dividends will be paid on both whole and fractional shares of Class A Common Stock
- You can deposit your certificates with the Administrator for safekeeping
- There are small fees for the purchase or sale of shares through the Program. Investor Services Program fees are detailed in the Program's brochure, which can be obtained from the Program Administrator.
Questions about the Computershare CIP Program and requests for enrollment forms and brochures can be directed to the Program Administrator:
c/o Computershare, Inc.
P.O. Box 43078
Providence RI 02940-3078
888-860-6295
http://www.computershare.com/investor
Has the Company had any stock splits?
Yes, the Company has had two stock splits. The first was on June 2, 1999, and the second was on January 20, 2012.
Does the Company have a share repurchase program?
How many shares are outstanding?