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California Public Employees Retirement System boosted its holdings in shares of Ulta Beauty Inc. (NASDAQ: ULTA) by 10.3% in the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm owned 91,187 shares of the specialty retailer's stock after purchasing an additional 8,523 shares during the

Ulta Beauty consistently generates higher revenue totals and demonstrates a generally upward longer-term trajectory compared to Sally Beauty. Over the last eight quarters, Ulta Beauty experienced notable quarter-over-quarter fluctuations, while Sally Beauty maintained a highly stable revenue baseline.

Ulta Beauty (ULTA) reached $478.86 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a +2.73% change compared to its last close.

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BOLINGBROOK, Ill.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Ulta Beauty Names Kelly Garcia as Chief Technology Officer.
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