Bath & Body Works Exceeds Q2 Expectations, Boosts Full-Year Earnings Forecast

Bath & Body Works reported second-quarter 2026 net sales of $1.5 billion, a 2.3% decrease compared to the prior year, but surpassed its sales and earnings per share guidance. The company delivered adjusted EPS of $0.62 and is now raising its full-year 2026 EPS guidance, while narrowing its net sales outlook. This indicates better-than-expected profitability despite a slight sales dip, positively influencing investor perception.