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Lifetime Brands, Inc.(LCUT)Earnings, Financials & Key Ratios
LCUT•NASDAQ
$7.92
Price updated Jul 7, 2026
SectorConsumer CyclicalIndustryHome FurnishingsSub-IndustrySpecialty Components and Commercial Equipment
AboutLifetime Brands, Inc. designs, sources, and sells branded kitchenware, tableware, and other products for use in the home in the United States and internationally. The company provides kitchenware products, including kitchen tools and gadgets, cutlery, kitchen scales, thermometers, cutting boards, shears, cookware, pantryware, spice racks, and bakeware; and tableware products comprising dinnerware, stemware, flatware, and giftware. It also provides home solutions, such as thermal beverageware, bath scales, weather and outdoor household, food storage, neoprene travel, and home décor products. The company owns or licenses various brands, including Farberware, Mikasa, Taylor, KitchenAid, KitchenCraft, Pfaltzgraff, BUILT NY, Rabbit, Kamenstein, and MasterClass. It serves mass market merchants, specialty stores, commercial stores, department stores, warehouse clubs, grocery stores, off-price retailers, food service distributors, pharmacies, food and beverage outlets, and e-commerce. The company sells its products directly, as well as through its own websites. Lifetime Brands, Inc. was founded in 1945 and is headquartered in Garden City, New York.Show more
- Revenue$648M-5.1%
- EBITDA$46M-6.9%
- Net Income-$27M-77.6%
- EPS (Diluted)-1.24-74.6%
- Gross Margin37.15%-2.7%
- EBITDA Margin7.1%-1.9%
- Operating Margin3.72%-6.1%
- Net Margin-4.16%-87.2%
- ROE-12.47%-89.4%
LCUT Price & Volume
Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT) stock price & volume — 10-year historical chart
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Persistent Margin Volatility Masks Structural Liquidity Risks
Investment Thesis • Updated 2026Q1
VerdictNegative
Growth:Contracting
Profitability:Negative
Financial:Strained
Cash Flow:Mixed
Primary Risk:Retailer destocking and leverage
Key Thesis Takeaways
- Lifetime Brands faces a challenging outlook characterized by inconsistent revenue growth and significant earnings volatility, as evidenced by the $39.7 million net loss in 2025Q2.
- While the company maintains a low capital intensity with CapEx/Revenue ratios consistently below 3%, its reliance on external financing and a negative retained earnings balance of $69.1 million suggest limited strategic flexibility.
- Investors should monitor the sustainability of the licensing model and potential goodwill impairment risks, given the recent increase in goodwill to $128.6 million in 2026Q1.
Verdict Logic
the company's inability to maintain consistent profitability, highlighted by a -3.3% net margin in 2026Q1 and a negative TTM P/E of -6.14, suggests significant fundamental headwinds.
LCUT Growth Metrics
Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT) revenue, earnings & EPS growth — 3, 5 & 10-year CAGR
Revenue CAGR
10 Years0.98%
5 Years-3.37%
3 Years-3.79%
TTM-4.32%
Profit CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years-
3 Years-
TTM-109.89%
EPS CAGR
10 Years-
5 Years-
3 Years-
TTM-105.99%
Return on Capital
10 Years4.63%
5 Years5.72%
3 Years5.47%
Last Year5.22%
LCUT Recent Earnings
Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT) EPS & revenue vs analyst estimates — last 4 quarters
●Beat EPS 6/12 qtrs (50%)●Beat Revenue 5/12 qtrs (42%)
Q2 2026Latest
May 7, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.04+122.2%
$0.18
Rev
$144M+4.3%
$138M
Q2 2026
Mar 12, 2026Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$1.05+262.1%
$0.29
Rev
$204M+1.4%
$201M
Q4 2025
Nov 6, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.11+10.0%
$0.10
Rev
$172M-15.1%
$202M
Q3 2025
Aug 7, 2025Metric
Actual
Est
EPS
$0.50-194.1%
$0.17
Rev
$132M-27.1%
$181M
| Quarter | Date | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q2 2026Latest | May 7, 2026 | $0.04vs $0.18+122.2% | $144Mvs $138M+4.3% |
| Q2 2026 | Mar 12, 2026 | $1.05vs $0.29+262.1% | $204Mvs $201M+1.4% |
| Q4 2025 | Nov 6, 2025 | $0.11vs $0.10+10.0% | $172Mvs $202M-15.1% |
| Q3 2025 | Aug 7, 2025 | $0.50vs $0.17-194.1% | $132Mvs $181M-27.1% |
Based on last 12 quarters of dataView full earnings history →
Latest LCUT News
Recent stock market news and headlines for Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT)
Zacks Investment Research·6 days ago
LCUT vs. HLN: Which Stock Is the Better Value Option?Investors interested in stocks from the Consumer Products - Discretionary sector have probably already heard of Lifetime Brands (LCUT) and Haleon PLC Sponsored ADR (HLN). But which of these two stocks offers value investors a better bang for their buck right now?
Zacks Investment Research·6 days ago
Are Investors Undervaluing Lifetime Brands (LCUT) Right Now?Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 30, 2026
Lifetime Brands' New Product Pipeline Supports Market Share GainsLCUT's product innovation strategy is fueling retail gains, with kitchen tools, home decor and Dolly-branded items supporting growth plans.
Zacks Investment Research·Jun 30, 2026
Lifetime Brands (LCUT) Moves 17.9% Higher: Will This Strength Last?Lifetime Brands (LCUT) witnessed a jump in share price last session on above-average trading volume. The latest trend in earnings estimate revisions for the stock doesn't suggest further strength down the road.
Peers Comparison
Key metrics vs top competitors for Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $7.92 | $181.01M | -6.39 | -5.13% | -4.16% | -12.47% | 2.2% | |
| $28.04 | $653.11M | -0.72 | -6.36% | -50.33% | -94.52% | — | |
| $170.87 | $9.98B | 29.26 | 18.72% | 6.89% | 16.61% | — | |
| $4.06 | $374.57M | 9.23 | -8.49% | 4.76% | 11.26% | — | |
| $39.84 | $300.45M | 13.46 | 6.22% | 3.78% | 7.51% | — | |
| $5.54 | $2.35B | -8.15 | -4.99% | -3.91% | -11.1% | — |
Compare LCUT vs Peers
Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
LCUT SEC Filings & Documents
Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
8-K Announcements
6Material company update
May 7, 2026·SEC
Material company update
Mar 12, 2026·SEC
Material company update
Nov 6, 2025·SEC
10-K Annual Reports
510-Q Quarterly Reports
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LCUT Frequently Asked Questions
Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
Growth & Financials
What is Lifetime Brands, Inc.'s revenue?
Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT) reported $651.4M in revenue for fiscal year 2025. This represents a 562% increase from $98.4M in 1996.
How fast is Lifetime Brands, Inc. growing?
Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT) saw revenue decline by 5.1% over the past year.
Is LCUT profitable?
Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT) reported a net loss of $27.5M for fiscal year 2025.
Dividend & Returns
Does LCUT pay dividends?
Yes, Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT) pays a dividend with a yield of 2.20%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
What is LCUT's return on equity?
Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT) has a return on equity (ROE) of -12.5%. Negative ROE indicates the company is unprofitable.
What is Lifetime Brands, Inc.'s free cash flow?
Lifetime Brands, Inc. (LCUT) generated $18.0M in free cash flow for fiscal year 2025. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.