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lululemon Q2 Metrics: Margin Squeezes as Tariffs & Markdowns Bite
lululemonlululemon(US:LULU) ZACKS·2025-09-23 15:21

Key Takeaways lululemon's Q2 gross margin fell 110 bps y/y to 58.5% on tariffs and higher-than-expected markdowns.Revenues of $2.53B missed estimates, with flat U.S. sales and 3% comps decline offset by global gains.FY25 outlook cut, with gross margin expected to decline 300 bps amid intensifying tariff headwinds.Tariffs have emerged as the biggest profitability drag for lululemon athletica inc. (LULU) , reshaping its margin profile in fiscal 2025. The removal of the U.S. de minimis exemption, which had pre ...