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Investors interested in Retail - Miscellaneous stocks are likely familiar with Petco Health & Wellness (WOOF) and Ulta Beauty (ULTA). But which of these two companies is the best option for those looking for undervalued stocks?
Data from the American Pet Products Association forecasts that Americans will spend $165 billion on their pets in 2026, an increase of 4.4% from 2025.
Petco Health reported flat Q2 revenue at $1.49B, with operational improvements largely driven by one-off tariff refunds rather than core business gains. WOOF's balance sheet remains challenged, with $1.46B in long-term debt and an interest coverage ratio of just 1.5x, highlighting ongoing financial risk. Management reaffirmed FY26 guidance, incorporating tariff-refund benefits, and Q3 Adj. EBITDA guidance of $100–$103M fell below Q2, dampening investor sentiment.
Petco Health and Wellness Company delivered strong Q2 2026 earnings, with EPS beating expectations despite flat revenue and a modest after-hours stock surge. WOOF's 'Reach for the Sky' strategy is driving growth in consumables and services, with omnichannel initiatives and service expansion showing clear early traction. Profitability improved sharply: EPS rose from $0.05 to $0.13, net income hit $38.7M, and operating cash flow nearly doubled, aided by a one-time tariff refund.
Petco Health and Wellness Company, Inc. (WOOF) Q2 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
Petco Health & Wellness (WOOF) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.16 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.06 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.08 per share a year ago.
Petco Health and Wellness NASDAQ: WOOF reported second-quarter fiscal 2026 sales of $1.5 billion and adjusted EBITDA of $122 million, as the retailer posted its second consecutive quarter of positive comparable sales and continued efforts to reduce debt.
2 nd Consecutive Quarter of Positive Comparable Sales Growth Delivered Q2 Profitability Ahead of Outlook Announces $75 Million Debt Prepayment, Progressing Toward 2x Leverage 1 Target Reaffirms Fiscal 2026 Outlook SAN DIEGO, Sept. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Petco (Nasdaq: WOOF), the retailer "where the pets go" to find everything they need to live their best lives, today reported its second quarter 2026 financial results.