Edgewell Personal Care Shares Rise 5.6% After Earnings Report

Analysts Weigh In on the Company's Performance and Future Outlook

Mar. 13, 2026 at 8:23pm

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Edgewell Personal Care Company (NYSE:EPC) saw its stock rise 5.6% during mid-day trading on Friday, reaching a high of $19.77 per share. The company, which is headquartered in Shelton, Connecticut, reported earnings that exceeded analyst expectations, though revenue fell short of projections.

Why it matters

Edgewell Personal Care is a major player in the personal care and grooming products industry, owning well-known brands like Schick and Wilkinson Sword razors. The company's performance is seen as an indicator of broader consumer trends and spending in this sector.

The details

Edgewell Personal Care reported a loss of $0.16 per share, beating analyst estimates of a $0.18 per share loss. However, revenue came in at $422.8 million, missing the projected $476.48 million. The company cited challenges in its shaving and feminine care divisions as contributing factors to the revenue shortfall.

  • Edgewell Personal Care reported earnings on Monday, February 9, 2026.
  • The stock price rose 5.6% during mid-day trading on Friday, March 13, 2026.

The players

Edgewell Personal Care Company

A global consumer products company specializing in personal care, sun care, shaving and feminine care solutions. The company owns well-known brands such as Schick and Wilkinson Sword razors.

Wall Street Zen

A financial research firm that downgraded Edgewell Personal Care's stock from a "hold" rating to a "sell" rating.

Wells Fargo & Company

A financial services firm that set a $24.00 price target on Edgewell Personal Care's stock.

Weiss Ratings

A financial research firm that maintained a "sell (d)" rating on Edgewell Personal Care's stock.

Morgan Stanley

A financial services firm that reduced its target price on Edgewell Personal Care's stock from $23.00 to $21.00 and maintained an "equal weight" rating.

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