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Earnings analysis · 10-Q

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Filed September 4, 2026 · Our reading of the company's report

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Victoria’s Secret delivered strong reported second-quarter growth, with revenue up 10% to $1.611 billion, gross margin up to 47.1% and operating margin up to 15.9%. International sales grew 20%, adjusted diluted EPS…

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Victoria’s Secret delivered strong reported second-quarter growth, with revenue up 10% to $1.611 billion, gross margin up to 47.1% and operating margin up to 15.9%. International sales grew 20%, adjusted diluted EPS rose to $0.95 from $0.33, and liquidity improved materially, but results were significantly aided by a $140 million tariff refund recovery. The outlook in the 10-Q is constructive on liquidity and investment, while renewed 10%-to-12.5% tariffs and the nonrecurring refund create meaningful earnings-quality and margin risks.

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From revenue to operating profit

Where each $100 of revenue went in this report.

Of every $100 of revenue Cost of sales $53 Operating expenses $31 Left as operating profit $16

Cost of sales, operating expenses, and what remained. Figures are rounded to whole dollars.

Where revenue came from

The business segments reported by the company.

North America stores 55.7% Direct 27.3% International 17.0%

Shares of the segments disclosed in this filing, largest first.

Reported figures

Earnings per share
$2.18

What stood out

  • Sales Growth Led by International

    Second-quarter net sales increased 10% to $1.611 billion from $1.459 billion, with comparable sales up 9%. International sales led growth, increasing 20% to $274 million.

  • Margins Expanded Sharply

    Gross profit increased $240 million to $759 million, lifting gross margin to 47.1% from 35.6%. Operating income rose $216 million to $257 million, and operating margin increased to 15.9% from 2.8%.

  • Adjusted Earnings Beat Prior Year

    Adjusted diluted EPS was $0.95 versus $0.33 in the prior-year quarter, while GAAP diluted EPS was $2.18 versus $0.20. Adjusted operating income was $124 million versus $55 million.

  • Operating Cash Flow Improved

    Year-to-date operating cash flow increased to $265 million from $6 million, primarily reflecting a $148 million tariff refund recovery and a $224 million increase in net income.

  • Liquidity Position Strengthened

    Cash and cash equivalents increased to $522 million from $188 million at the prior-year quarter-end, while working capital increased to $519 million from $194 million.

  • Debt and Borrowing Capacity Improved

    Long-term debt declined to $971 million from $1.048 billion, and ABL availability increased to $649 million from $524 million. The company also repurchased $100 million of stock year-to-date 2026.

What to watch

  • One-Time Tariff Benefit Inflated Results

    The quarter benefited from $140 million of pre-tax IEEPA tariff refund recoveries, including a $135 million reduction to cost of goods sold. Management said the refunds represented over 95% of total IEEPA tariffs paid, making the margin uplift difficult to repeat.

  • Renewed Tariff Exposure

    New tariffs ranging from 10% to 12.5% under Section 301 became effective July 24, 2026. Management stated that the future impact of tariffs remains unclear, including possible changes in tariff levels or new trade policies.

  • Cybersecurity and Recovery Uncertainty

    The May 2025 cybersecurity incident negatively affected prior-year second-quarter net sales by approximately $20 million and operating income by approximately $14 million. The insurance claim process remains ongoing, and future recoveries are uncertain.

  • Seasonal Cash and Capex Requirements

    The company expects seasonal working-capital needs to peak during the summer and fall as inventory builds for the holiday season. Year-to-date capital expenditures were $128 million, with fiscal 2026 spending estimated at $220 million to $240 million.

  • Variable-Rate Debt Exposure

    The Term Loan Facility had $378 million of carrying value and a variable interest rate of 6.42% as of August 1, 2026. Higher rates could increase interest costs, although second-quarter interest expense declined to $15 million from $18 million.

Management's outlook

The 10-Q provides no revenue or EPS guidance. Management estimates fiscal 2026 capital expenditures of $220 million to $240 million and states it expects to use cash flow to invest in brands, capabilities and growth strategies while repaying indebtedness over time.

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