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10-Q2026-02-09· merged:deepseek-v4-flash

EPC · Edgewell Personal Care Company

0001628280-26-006288

SEC filing

Summary

Notes highlight $100M new buyback authorization, $11.2M capex, and segment profit losses in Sun & Skin Care.

Key takeaways

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Notes & Operating Detail

Balance Sheet & Liquidity

As of December 31, 2025, the company held $223.3M in cash and equivalents. Total debt stood at $1,553.3M ($32.5M notes payable + $1,520.8M long-term debt), up from $1,412.8M at September 30, 2025. The increase was driven by $292.0M in debt issuance (primarily draws on the U.S. Revolving Credit Facility) partially offset by $155.0M in repayments. Shareholders' equity declined to $1,486.2M from $1,553.1M, mainly due to net loss and dividends. Inventory increased to $461.2M, reflecting seasonal build and supply chain actions.

Commitments & Contractual Obligations

No material purchase commitments were disclosed in the Notes. Note 18 covers legal proceedings and contingencies but does not quantify potential liabilities beyond existing accruals. The company maintains accounts receivable facilities and supply chain financing programs; outstanding confirmed obligations under SCF were $16.2M as of December 31, 2025.

Capital Allocation

The Board authorized a new $100M share repurchase program on November 13, 2025, superseding the prior authorization. No shares were repurchased in Q1 fiscal 2026. Dividends remained at $0.15 per share quarterly, with $7.0M declared and $7.4M paid. Capital expenditures totaled $11.2M, down from $15.4M in the prior year quarter, reflecting lower spending in both segments.

Segment / Geographic Mix

Net sales from continuing operations were $422.8M, with Wet Shave contributing $291.3M (68.9%) and Sun & Skin Care $131.5M (31.1%). Segment profit: Wet Shave $42.2M (14.5% of segment sales), Sun & Skin Care loss of $3.6M. Geographic mix: U.S. $191.9M (45.4%), International $230.9M (54.6%). Wet Shave restructuring charges were excluded from segment results but totaled $24.4M in the quarter.

Cash Flow Quality

Cash Flow Quality

Operating cash flow remained negative at -$125.9M, worse than -$115.6M a year ago, primarily due to a net loss of -$65.7M (vs -$2.1M) and a working capital outflow of -$137.5M. The net loss was impacted by $37.4M impairment charges and $3.8M loss on assets held for sale, signaling non-cash charges that weakened reported earnings. Depreciation and amortization of $21.3M and share-based compensation of $3.4M provided partial offset.

Capex Intensity

Capital expenditures of $11.6M were low relative to historical levels (down from $16.8M), representing only 9.2% of operating cash outflow (absolute). Combined with minimal investing outflows, the company preserved cash despite operational strain.

Capital Returns

Share repurchases were absent in the quarter (nil vs $30.3M), conserving cash. Dividends paid of $7.4M were slightly lower year-over-year. Financing activities generated $133.4M net inflow, largely from debt proceeds ($292.0M) partially offset by repayments ($155.0M). The company funded operating shortfalls and capex through external financing.

Anomalies

Impairment charges of $37.4M and loss on assets held for sale of $3.8M are one-time items that inflated net loss but did not affect cash. The working capital swing of -$137.5M is significant and likely reflects inventory build or receivable increases. Deferred compensation payments and deferred income taxes had minimal impact.