Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) — Stock Score Summary

Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) has a MoatMap StockRank of 62/100 based on Quality (76/100), Value (35/100), and Momentum (34/100) factor scores. The current signal is HOLD. While Ulta is a high-quality beauty retailer, it faces intense competitive pressure and margin normalization. It lacks any direct tailwinds from our core macro themes.

Ulta Beauty, Inc. is the largest beauty retailer in the United States, offering an expansive assortment of cosmetics, fragrance, skincare, hair care products, and salon services across a broad price range. The company's unique 'all-in-one' beauty destination model, robust Ultamate Rewards loyalty program, and seamless omni-channel experience create a strong competitive moat.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$462.52
Market Cap$22.7B
P/E (TTM)17.33
P/E (Forward)14.53
Price/Book7.29
Return on Equity47.4%
Return on Invested Capital32.4%
Debt/Equity89.21
Gross Margin43.2%
Operating Margin14.2%
Revenue Growth11.1%
Free Cash Flow$973M

Ulta Beauty, Inc. operates in the Specialty Retail industry, part of the Consumer Cyclical sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ulta Beauty, Inc.’s (ULTA) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) is 62/100, with a Hold signal. It is a composite of Quality (76), Value (35), and Momentum (34) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Ulta Beauty, Inc. have an economic moat?
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) has a Quality factor score of 76/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Ulta Beauty, Inc. a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) is Hold, based on a StockRank of 62/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Ulta Beauty, Inc. in?
Ulta Beauty, Inc. (ULTA) operates in the Consumer Cyclical sector, specifically the Specialty Retail industry (United States).
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