Skillman, New Jersey-based Kenvue Inc. (KVUE) operates as a global consumer health company. Valued at $41.9 billion by market cap, the company offers a consumer health portfolio in self-care, skin health & beauty, and essential health products. The world’s largest pure-play consumer health company is expected to announce its fiscal second-quarter earnings for 2025 on Tuesday, Aug. 5.
Ahead of the event, analysts expect KVUE to report a profit of $0.28 per share on a diluted basis, down 12.5% from $0.32 per share in the year-ago quarter. The company beat or matched the consensus estimate in each of the last four quarters.
For the full year, analysts expect KVUE to report EPS of $1.12, down 1.8% from $1.14 in fiscal 2024. However, its EPS is expected to rise 8.9% year over year to $1.22 in fiscal 2026.
KVUE stock has outperformed the S&P 500 Index’s ($SPX) 10.9% gains over the past 52 weeks, with shares up 18.1% during this period. Similarly, it outperformed the Consumer Staples Select Sector SPDR Fund’s (XLP) 4% gains over the same time frame.
On May 8, KVUE shares closed up more than 4% after reporting its Q1 results. Its adjusted EPS of $0.24 topped Wall Street expectations of $0.22. The company’s revenue was $3.74 billion, topping Wall Street forecasts of $3.68 billion.
Analysts’ consensus opinion on KVUE stock is reasonably bullish, with a “Moderate Buy” rating overall. Out of 15 analysts covering the stock, five advise a “Strong Buy” rating, and 10 give a “Hold.” KVUE’s average analyst price target is $24.50, indicating a potential upside of 14.5% from the current levels.