Evercore ISI Group has downgraded Coty Inc (COTY) to In-Line from Outperform, a move that underscores a more cautious outlook for the company. As of December 22, 2025, Coty shares are trading at $3.00.
Coty, headquartered in New York City, engages in the manufacture, marketing, sale, and distribution of branded beauty products. The company operates within the consumer products industry and employs 11,636 full-time staff. Its diverse portfolio includes both owned and licensed brands, categorized into Consumer Beauty and Prestige segments. Notable brands include CoverGirl, Rimmel, Burberry, and Calvin Klein.
The downgrade may reflect concerns surrounding competitive pressures, market conditions, or execution risks that could impact Coty's performance. Analysts' ratings and price targets are based on research and financial models, providing insights that can inform investor perspectives.
Coty's current market capitalization stands at $2.9 billion, with a trailing twelve-month EPS of -0.44. The company is set to report its upcoming earnings on February 9, 2026, with an estimated EPS of $0.19 and revenue of $1.7 billion. This follows a disappointing Q1 2026 performance, where EPS came in at $0.12 against an expectation of $0.15, resulting in a 20.2% surprise to the downside.
Analyst consensus currently indicates 3 Strong Buy, 6 Buy, 14 Hold, and 2 Sell ratings, suggesting a general sentiment of Hold among analysts as of December 1, 2025. Recent actions include Citigroup maintaining a Neutral rating and TD Cowen keeping its Hold rating unchanged.
Such decisions reflect the evolving landscape in which Coty operates, where analyst opinions may shift as new information becomes available. Investors are advised to consider a range of factors, including company fundamentals and industry trends, when evaluating the stock's potential.