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Verdict
Quantitative factor alignment verified for current market regime.
Quant Score
Rank
#549
Positioning
Market Dominance
Manufacturing
Consumer Goods
$1.1B
Rod R. Little
Edgewell Personal Care Company manufactures and markets personal care products. Wet shave, Sun and Skin care, and Feminine care segments provide products for men and women. The Wet Shave segment provides razor systems, such as razor handles and refillable blades, and disposable shave products under the Schick, Wilkinson Sword, Edge, Skintimate, Shave Guard, and Personna brands.
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X-AXIS: EV/EBITDA (LOWER = CHEAPER) | Y-AXIS: ROE (HIGHER = ELITE) | RED CIRCLE = EPC ANALYSIS TARGET
| Stock | Rating | Score▼ | Quality | Value | Momentum | P/E | EV/EBITDA | ROE | ROA | Gross Mgn | Op Mgn | Net Mgn | Rev Growth | Div Yield | D/E | Mkt Cap | AUDIT |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
$UL UNILEVER PLC | 78 | 96 | 98 | 59 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ASML ASML HOLDING NV | 77 | 89 | 86 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$ESLT ELBIT SYSTEMS LTD | 76 | 81 | 87 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$MT ArcelorMittal | 75 | 71 | 98 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$AMAT APPLIED MATERIALS INC /DE | 75 | 85 | 87 | 84 | 20.9x | 13.6x | 32.9% | 20.5% | 48.8% | 30.6% | 24.4% | 7.7% | 0.9% | 32.0x | $148.6B | VS | |
$SIMO Silicon Motion Technology CORP | 75 | 84 | 86 | 85 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$CODA Coda Octopus Group, Inc. | 74 | 83 | 90 | 79 | 16.3x | 11.9x | 7.4% | 7.5% | 68.3% | 19.5% | 18.2% | 29.0% | 0.0% | 0.0x | $84M | VS | |
$GSK GSK plc | 74 | 84 | 90 | 70 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EFXT Enerflex Ltd. | 74 | 80 | 91 | 83 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$BUD Anheuser-Busch InBev SA/NV | 74 | 84 | 97 | 63 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | $0 | VS | |
$EPC EDGEWELL PERSONAL CARE Co | 62 | 72 | 87 | 35 | 9.5x | 22.7x | -0.7% | -0.3% | 41.3% | 4.6% | -1.6% | -34.7% | 2.6% | 103.0x | $1.1B | ||
| SECTOR BENCH | - | - | - | - | - | 22.3x | 11.5x | -1.9% | 0.9% | 44.1% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 6.7% | 0.0% | 0.2x | - | REF |
EDGEWELL PERSONAL CARE Co (EPC) receives a "Hold" rating with a composite score of 61.5/100. It ranks #549 out of 7,333 stocks in our coverage universe and carries a 3-star rating. Ratings are driven by a 6-factor quantitative model measuring quality, value, momentum, investment, stability, and short interest.
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Headcount
7.0K
HQ Base
Saint Louis, Connecticut
Lagging peers — losers tend to keep underperforming
Trading at a discount to fundamentals — favorable entry valuation
High profitability & efficiency — strong quality floor supports entry
Low volatility — smoother ride and historically better risk-adjusted returns
Moderate investment profile
Mid-range overall rating
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Relative valuation derived from Manufacturing sector benchmarks. Model weights: EV/EBITDA (40%), P/B (35%), P/S (25%). Re-calculated daily.
Projection based on user-defined inputs. Re-calculated daily against current market data.
Reverse DCF Framework — Mauboussin Methodology
Institutional-grade Reverse DCF analysis. This model identifies the growth hurdles embedded in current market prices. When implied growth is significantly lower than historical or projected rates, a margin of safety may exist. Re-audited daily.
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View All Ratings| Factor | Global | Sector | Tilt |
|---|---|---|---|
| PROFITABILITY | 72 | 83 | -11DRAG |
| MOMENTUM | 35 | 24 | +11ALPHA |
| VALUATION | 87 | 91 | -4NEUTRAL |
| INVESTMENT | 48 | 90 | -42DRAG |
| STABILITY | 75 | 78 | -3NEUTRAL |
| SHORT INT | 44 | 40 | +4NEUTRAL |
Global = full universe. Sector = relative to industry peers. Positive tilt indicates idiosyncratic strength.
ROE proxy -0.7% (sector -1.9%)
GM 41% vs sector 44%, OM 5% vs sector 3%
Capital turnover N/A, R&D intensity 3.3%
Rev growth -35%, 11yr history
Interest coverage -1.0x
Composite assessment of profitability, capital efficiency, and financial strength. Top-tier entities demonstrate sustainable cash flow generation and elite competitive moats.
Profit generated per dollar of shareholder equity
Efficiency of asset utilization
Pricing power and cost efficiency
Core business profitability
Bottom-line profitability
The Quality factor evaluates the persistence and magnitude of realized cash flows. Companies with scores >70 exhibit superior pricing power and structural financial resilience through diverse economic regimes.
Our uncertainty rating tracks the predictability of future cash flows and potential for permanent capital loss. Moderate visibility with standard industry cyclicality.
We rate EDGEWELL PERSONAL CARE Co (EPC) as a Hold with a composite score of 61.5/100 at a current price of $22.59. The stock presents a mixed quantitative picture — neither compelling enough to warrant new accumulation nor weak enough to justify selling.
EDGEWELL PERSONAL CARE Co holds a top-quartile position (#0 of 50) within the Manufacturing sector, based on our composite quantitative scoring across quality, value, momentum, and stability factors. The composite score of 61.5/100 places it at rank #549 in our full universe.
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Gross margins of 41% signal strong pricing power.
Value factor score of 87 suggests attractive pricing.
Stable competitive position in a defensive sector.
Leverage of 103% D/E amplifies downside risk.
Vulnerability to macroeconomic shocks and interest rate volatility.
EDGEWELL PERSONAL CARE Co represents a hold based on multi-factor quantitative performance.
Our model assigns EDGEWELL PERSONAL CARE Co a Hold rating, with a composite score of 61.5/100 and 3 out of 5 stars. Ranked #549 of 7,333 stocks, EPC presents a mixed quantitative picture — neither compelling enough to initiate new positions nor weak enough to warrant selling. Investors already holding may consider maintaining their position while monitoring for changes in the factor profile.
EPC earns a quality score of 72/100, indicating above-average business quality. The company reports a return on equity of -0.7% (sector avg: -1.9%), gross margins of 41.3% (sector avg: 44.1%), net margins of -1.6% (sector avg: 1.0%). Companies in this tier generally demonstrate consistent profitability and efficient capital deployment, though they may face some competitive pressure.
EPC carries a solid value score of 87/100, pointing to an attractively priced stock relative to peers. Key valuation metrics include a P/E ratio of 9.46x, an EV/EBITDA of 22.71x, a P/B ratio of 0.71x. This score suggests reasonable compensation for the risks involved, with potential upside if the market recognizes the stock's underlying worth.
With an investment score of 48/100, EPC exhibits moderate growth-oriented spending. Key growth metrics include revenue growth of -34.7% vs. a sector average of 6.7% and a return on assets of -0.3% (sector: 0.9%). The company appears to be balancing growth investments with capital returns, though the pace of investment may not be enough to accelerate top-line growth meaningfully.
EPC is currently showing below-average momentum at 35/100, which may indicate weakening institutional interest or negative sentiment shifts. Revenue growth stands at -34.7% year-over-year, while a beta of 0.62 reflects its sensitivity to broader market moves. Investors should note that declining momentum can precede further price weakness, though contrarian opportunities sometimes emerge at these levels.
EPC shows good financial stability with a score of 75/100. Key stability metrics include a beta of 0.62 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 103.00x (sector avg: 0.2x). This suggests manageable leverage and moderate price volatility, making it appropriate for investors seeking a balance between growth potential and capital preservation.
The short interest score of 44/100 for EPC suggests somewhat elevated bearish positioning by institutional traders. Specific risk factors include elevated leverage (D/E: 103.00x), small-cap liquidity risk. With a $1.1B market cap (small-cap), EDGEWELL PERSONAL CARE Co may experience above-average volatility. Investors should consider whether the short thesis has merit or if it creates a potential short-squeeze opportunity.
EPC pays a solid dividend yield of 2.6%, contributing an income component to total returns. This moderate yield suggests a balance between returning capital to shareholders and retaining earnings for reinvestment — a common profile among quality compounders.
EDGEWELL PERSONAL CARE Co is a small-cap company in the Manufacturing sector, ranked #0 of 50 in its sector (100th percentile) and #549 of 7,333 overall (93rd percentile). Key comparisons include ROE of -0.7% exceeding the -1.9% sector median and operating margins of 4.6% above the 2.5% sector average. This top-quartile standing reflects exceptional competitive strength relative to Manufacturing peers.
While EPC currently exhibits a HOLD profile, superior opportunities exist within the MANUFACTURING sector. Our model identifies several "Strong Buy" candidates with higher quality scores and more attractive valuations among direct industry competitors.
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Key factor gap
Value (87) vs Momentum (35) — closing this gap could shift the rating.
EV/EBITDA 98% ABOVE SECTOR MEDIAN
ROE 66% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Gross Margin 6% BELOW SECTOR MEDIAN
Above 50MA
37.18%
Net New Highs
+51081
Wells Fargo has increased its price target for Edgewell Personal Care (EPC) shares to $24 from $22, while maintaining an Overweight rating. This adjustment reflects Wells Fargo's refreshing of price targets for sector moves, noting a strong start for Staples compared to the S&P 500. This news follows previous target increases from Wells Fargo and Barclays for Edgewell Personal Care.
Seven analysts have recently rated Edgewell Personal Care (NYSE: EPC), resulting in an average 12-month price target of $21.29, a 5.67% decrease from the previous average. While the company exhibits positive revenue growth and strong return on equity, its market capitalization, net margin, and return on assets are below industry averages, indicating potential challenges despite its balanced debt management. The diverse analyst ratings and financial insights help provide a comprehensive view of the company's market standing.
Edgewell Personal Care (EPC) has opened fiscal 2026 with mixed Q1 results, showing volatile EPS and compressed profit margins of 1.1%. The company's P/E ratio of 36.4x is higher than industry and peer averages, further complicated by a significant one-off loss of US$108.8 million in the last 12 months. While bulls point to a wide gap between the current share price and a DCF fair value of US$46.68, bears emphasize concerns about sustained pressure on profitability, slow revenue growth, and potential overvaluation given the quality of earnings.
Essity has completed its acquisition of Edgewell Personal Care's feminine care business for USD 340 million, gaining the Carefree, Stayfree, o.b., and Playtex brands. The deal includes a production facility in Dover, Delaware, and strengthens Essity's position in North America's high-margin feminine care market.
Edgewell Personal Care Co. is implementing a supply chain optimization strategy focused on digital tools and automation to improve efficiency, accelerate decision-making, and achieve productivity savings. This effort follows a strategic review and leadership restructuring, with an emphasis on its North American wet shave business and strengthening five key brands. The company expects these optimizations to offset tariff pressures, reduce complexity, and increase service levels.