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  "id": 1918647,
  "title": "Estée Lauder Forecasts Annual Profit Above Estimates on Strong China Demand",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/estee-lauder-forecasts-annual-profit-above-estimates-on-strong-china-1918647",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-19T10:39:40.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Business of Fashion",
    "slug": "business-of-fashion",
    "url": "https://www.businessoffashion.com/news/beauty/estee-lauder-forecasts-annual-profit-above-estimates-on-strong-china-demand/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Estée Lauder has boosted its profit forecast for the year, anticipating growth driven by robust demand in China and continued sales of high-end fragrances. The cosmetics conglomerate made the announcement on Wednesday, signaling confidence in its business prospects. Proya Cosmetics, a beauty retailer, is collaborating with Estée Lauder to bolster its presence in the US market, where it faces intense competition from local brands.\n\nThe company's expansion into new product categories is a double-edged sword. While it holds the potential for substantial growth, it also carries the risk of diluting the brand's reputation if not executed carefully. Industry leaders from Canada Goose, Drunk Elephant, and Havaianas share their insights on navigating this challenging landscape, emphasizing the importance of timing product launches strategically. Notably, over 80 percent of Gen Z and Millennial consumers are increasingly scrutinizing the secondary market before making purchases from luxury brands, indicating a shift in consumer behavior towards more budget-conscious alternatives.",
  "summary": "The US cosmetics giant lifted its profit guidance on Wednesday, betting on sustained spending on premium fragrances and strong performance in China.",
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        "title": "Estee Lauder forecasts annual profit above estimates on strong China demand",
        "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/19/estee-lauder-forecasts-annual-profit-above-estimates-on-strong-china",
        "published": "2026-08-19T10:25:33.000Z"
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
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