e.l.f. Beauty Management
Management criteria checks 4/4
e.l.f. Beauty's CEO is Tarang Amin, appointed in Jan 2014, has a tenure of 12.25 years. total yearly compensation is $8.83M, comprised of 5.4% salary and 94.6% bonuses, including company stock and options. directly owns 1.87% of the company’s shares, worth $67.28M. The average tenure of the management team and the board of directors is 7.1 years and 4.7 years respectively.
Key information
Tarang Amin
Chief executive officer
US$8.8m
Total compensation
| CEO salary percentage | 5.38% |
| CEO tenure | 12.3yrs |
| CEO ownership | 1.9% |
| Management average tenure | 7.1yrs |
| Board average tenure | 4.7yrs |
Recent management updates
Recent updates
ELF: Market Share And Q4 Consumption Trends Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts have lowered the fair value estimate for e.l.f. Beauty by $1 to $135, citing a wave of lower Street price targets and updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins, and future P/E expectations. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research shows a cluster of lower price targets, but the context behind those moves matters for how you think about e.l.f. Beauty’s valuation and execution risk.
ELF: Raised 2026 Sales Outlook And Buybacks Will Support Future Upside
Analyst price targets on e.l.f. Beauty have moved lower, with the updated fair value estimate reduced from $111.71 to $103.40 as analysts factor in a slightly higher discount rate, modest adjustments to long term revenue growth and profit margin expectations, and a lower future P/E multiple following a series of recent target cuts and neutral views from major firms. Analyst Commentary Recent research highlights a mix of cautious valuation resets and more constructive views tied to underlying consumption data and market trends for e.l.f. Beauty.ELF: Market Share Gains And Raised Sales Outlook Will Support Upside
Analysts have trimmed their average price target on e.l.f. Beauty by about $2. This reflects updated views on slightly softer revenue growth and profit margins, partly offset by a higher assumed future P/E multiple and ongoing mixed signals in recent sales and consumption data.
ELF: Raised Earnings Outlook Will Test Resilient Consumption And Margin Assumptions
Analysts kept the fair value estimate for e.l.f. Beauty at $85.00 while modestly adjusting assumptions, including a slightly lower discount rate, a small uptick in projected revenue growth and margins, and a marginally lower future P/E, reflecting mixed recent consumption trends and a range of updated price targets across the Street. Analyst Commentary Recent Street commentary on e.l.f. Beauty has been mixed, with some firms updating data and others revisiting their price targets and ratings as quarterly consumption trends and market share readings move around.e.l.f. Beauty: Caution Is Warranted
Mar 10ELF: Fair Outlook Weighs Weekly Sales Strength Against Margin And P E Risks
Analysts have made only a modest tweak to their blended price target for e.l.f. Beauty, with mixed $10 and $7 cuts alongside $4 and $6 raises and fresh bullish coverage, reflecting updated views on its revenue growth, margins, and future P/E assumptions. Analyst Commentary Recent research on e.l.f. Beauty shows a split in sentiment, with some firms lifting price targets or starting coverage on a bullish footing, while others are trimming their expectations.ELF: Fair Outlook Balances Strong Weekly Sales With Moderating Margin Expectations
Narrative Update: e.l.f. Beauty Analyst Price Target Shift The analyst price target for e.l.f. Beauty has moved from $100 to $85 as analysts factor in updated assumptions for revenue growth, profit margins and future P/E, while still pointing to supportive recent research around sales trends and generally constructive coverage. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on e.l.f. Beauty shows a mix of optimism and caution, with several firms adjusting price targets in both directions and updating their assumptions on growth, margins and P/E levels.ELF: Market Share And Weekly Sales Trends Will Drive Future Upside
Analysts now place fair value for e.l.f. Beauty at $136.00, down from $150.00, as they balance lower target multiples with slightly firmer assumptions on growth, margins and discount rates following a mix of price target cuts and raises across recent research updates. Analyst Commentary Recent research on e.l.f. Beauty reflects a mix of reduced target prices and reaffirmed positive views on execution, market share, and long term growth potential.ELF: Market Share Gains And Shipment Normalization Will Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on e.l.f. Beauty, nudging the fair value estimate down by about $2 to $113.77 per share. They are factoring in slightly lower revenue growth assumptions, a modestly reduced future P/E multiple, and mixed Q2 results that included shipment timing headwinds alongside resilient underlying sales trends.ELF: Ongoing Market Share Gains Will Likely Outlast Shipment Timing Volatility
Analysts trimmed their fair value estimate for e.l.f. Beauty to about $115 per share, down from roughly $122, reflecting reduced price targets across the Street after mixed Q2 results, shipment timing issues, softer guidance, and a slightly lower projected revenue growth, profit margin, and future P/E multiple. Analyst Commentary Street research around e.l.f. Beauty following Q2 has shifted to slightly lower fair value estimates, but most firms still see room for execution on growth initiatives and eventual normalization of shipment patterns.ELF: Strong Margins And Market Share Gains Will Support Future Upside
The Analyst Price Target for e.l.f. Beauty has been reduced from $105.00 to $100.00 as analysts temper revenue growth assumptions and apply a higher discount rate, while still citing solid margins and underlying demand as support for a Buy rating. Analyst Commentary Bearish analysts have trimmed price targets across the coverage universe as mixed Q2 results, softer shipment trends, and a more subdued medium term growth outlook weigh on previous upside scenarios.ELF: Ongoing Market Share Gains Will Likely Support Future Upside
Analysts have trimmed their price targets on e.l.f. Beauty, with the consensus moving notably lower from prior levels. They cite the company's mixed second quarter results, conservative guidance, and recent valuation pressures as rationale for the adjustment.ELF: Underlying Sales Momentum And Margin Gains Will Likely Drive Outperformance
Analysts have lowered their average price target for e.l.f. Beauty from approximately $153 to $122, citing weaker-than-expected quarterly sales, shipment timing issues, and cautious management guidance. This is occurring despite continued strong U.S. consumption trends.ELF: Expanding Global Footprint And Sephora Launch Will Drive Future Upside
e.l.f. Beauty's analyst price target has been modestly increased from approximately $150.79 to $152.93 as analysts anticipate stronger sales contribution from Rhode following its successful launch and continued growth opportunities for the company. Analyst Commentary Recent Street research on e.l.f. Beauty reveals a mix of optimism and caution from the analyst community as they evaluate the company's recent performance, the impact of the high-profile Rhode launch, and future growth prospects.International Expansion And Sephora Rollout Will Elevate Brand Position
Analysts have raised their average price target for e.l.f. Beauty from approximately $142.79 to $150.79. They cite improved sales outlooks and contribution from new brand launches, particularly Rhode, as well as strong execution across key growth initiatives.International Expansion And Sephora Rollout Will Elevate Brand Position
Analysts have modestly raised their fair value target for e.l.f. Beauty to $142.79 per share from $139.71. This adjustment is based on expectations for incremental sales growth driven by recent price increases, product innovation, and strong channel trends.e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:ELF) Looks Just Right With A 32% Price Jump
Sep 08
International Expansion And Sephora Rollout Will Elevate Brand Position
Analysts have raised e.l.f. Beauty’s price target slightly to $135.29 as optimism around easier comps, sustained market share gains, tariff mitigation, and expected gross margin improvement is moderated by near-term margin pressures and cautious guidance. Analyst Commentary Bullish analysts see multiple tailwinds including easier year-over-year comps beginning mid-July and continued share gains in the mass cosmetics category.Why e.l.f. Beauty's (NYSE:ELF) Shaky Earnings Are Just The Beginning Of Its Problems
Aug 14e.l.f. Beauty’s (ELF) European Expansion And Strong Results Shift The Investment Narrative
May 30Earnings Tell The Story For e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:ELF) As Its Stock Soars 48%
May 24Why e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:ELF) Could Be Worth Watching
May 09Here's Why e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE:ELF) Can Manage Its Debt Responsibly
Apr 24e.l.f. Beauty: The Selloff Looks Overdone And There Could Be Value To Be Unlocked
Apr 20e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:ELF) Stocks Pounded By 28% But Not Lagging Market On Growth Or Pricing
Apr 09e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE:ELF) Is Doing The Right Things To Multiply Its Share Price
Apr 03Why e.l.f. Beauty Is A Buy At Its Current Levels
Mar 17e.l.f. Beauty's Disaster: Sifting Through The Rubble
Feb 07e.l.f. Beauty, Inc.'s (NYSE:ELF) Stock Retreats 31% But Earnings Haven't Escaped The Attention Of Investors
Feb 07Should You Think About Buying e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:ELF) Now?
Feb 01e.l.f. Beauty Is Looking Good
Jan 26e.l.f. Beauty: The Growth Is Not Stopping Soon
Jan 18e.l.f. Beauty: Head And Shoulders Pattern Implies Worst Is Over, Upgrade To Buy
Jan 11Is e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE:ELF) Using Too Much Debt?
Jan 02Returns At e.l.f. Beauty (NYSE:ELF) Are On The Way Up
Dec 18CEO Compensation Analysis
| Date | Total Compensation | Salary | Company Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 31 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$104m |
| Sep 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$82m |
| Jun 30 2025 | n/a | n/a | US$98m |
| Mar 31 2025 | US$9m | US$475k | US$112m |
| Dec 31 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$98m |
| Sep 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$108m |
| Jun 30 2024 | n/a | n/a | US$122m |
| Mar 31 2024 | US$8m | US$475k | US$128m |
| Dec 31 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$129m |
| Sep 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$122m |
| Jun 30 2023 | n/a | n/a | US$100m |
| Mar 31 2023 | US$6m | US$475k | US$62m |
| Dec 31 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$47m |
| Sep 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$34m |
| Jun 30 2022 | n/a | n/a | US$28m |
| Mar 31 2022 | US$5m | US$475k | US$22m |
| Dec 31 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$20m |
| Sep 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$18m |
| Jun 30 2021 | n/a | n/a | US$13m |
| Mar 31 2021 | US$5m | US$475k | US$6m |
| Dec 31 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$6m |
| Sep 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$10m |
| Jun 30 2020 | n/a | n/a | US$16m |
| Mar 31 2020 | US$2m | US$475k | US$18m |
Compensation vs Market: Tarang's total compensation ($USD8.83M) is about average for companies of similar size in the US market ($USD7.19M).
Compensation vs Earnings: Tarang's compensation has been consistent with company performance over the past year.
CEO
Tarang Amin (60 yo)
12.3yrs
Tenure
US$8,834,379
Compensation
Mr. Tarang P. Amin serves as an Advisor and Board Member at Knox Lane LP. Independent Director at The J. M. Smucker Company since August 16, 2023. Mr. Amin also served as President, Chief Executive Officer...
Leadership Team
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman | 12.3yrs | US$8.83m | 1.87% $ 67.3m | |
| Senior VP & CFO | 7yrs | US$5.11m | 0.019% $ 699.7k | |
| Senior VP & COO | 6.3yrs | US$5.06m | 0.088% $ 3.2m | |
| Chief People Officer | 12.3yrs | US$5.06m | 0.12% $ 4.5m | |
| Senior VP | 7.2yrs | US$5.06m | 0.15% $ 5.3m | |
| Vice President of Investor Relations | no data | no data | no data | |
| Head of Corporate Communications | no data | no data | no data | |
| Senior VP & Chief Commercial Officer | 3.9yrs | no data | no data |
7.1yrs
Average Tenure
51.5yo
Average Age
Experienced Management: ELF's management team is seasoned and experienced (7.1 years average tenure).
Board Members
| Name | Position | Tenure | Compensation | Ownership |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chairman | 12.3yrs | US$8.83m | 1.87% $ 67.3m | |
| Director | less than a year | no data | 0.017% $ 600.9k | |
| Independent Director | 1yr | no data | 0.0014% $ 51.9k | |
| Non-Employee Independent Director | 9.8yrs | US$198.12k | 0.018% $ 631.9k | |
| Independent Director | 5.8yrs | US$195.49k | 0.036% $ 1.3m | |
| Non-Employee Independent Director | 10.7yrs | US$188.00k | 0.0019% $ 67.4k | |
| Independent Director | 5.4yrs | US$194.98k | 0.027% $ 987.6k | |
| Independent Director | 1.7yrs | US$167.25k | 0.0014% $ 50.1k | |
| Independent Director | 3.9yrs | US$192.58k | no data | |
| Independent Director | 3.4yrs | US$189.87k | 0.0060% $ 217.9k |
4.7yrs
Average Tenure
57yo
Average Age
Experienced Board: ELF's board of directors are considered experienced (4.7 years average tenure).
Company Analysis and Financial Data Status
| Data | Last Updated (UTC time) |
|---|---|
| Company Analysis | 2026/04/30 14:29 |
| End of Day Share Price | 2026/04/30 00:00 |
| Earnings | 2025/12/31 |
| Annual Earnings | 2025/03/31 |
Data Sources
The data used in our company analysis is from S&P Global Market Intelligence LLC. The following data is used in our analysis model to generate this report. Data is normalised which can introduce a delay from the source being available.
| Package | Data | Timeframe | Example US Source * |
|---|---|---|---|
| Company Financials | 10 years |
| |
| Analyst Consensus Estimates | +3 years |
|
|
| Market Prices | 30 years |
| |
| Ownership | 10 years |
| |
| Management | 10 years |
| |
| Key Developments | 10 years |
|
* Example for US securities, for non-US equivalent regulatory forms and sources are used.
Unless specified all financial data is based on a yearly period but updated quarterly. This is known as Trailing Twelve Month (TTM) or Last Twelve Month (LTM) Data. Learn more.
Analysis Model and Snowflake
Details of the analysis model used to generate this report is available on our Github page, we also have guides on how to use our reports and tutorials on Youtube.
Learn about the world class team who designed and built the Simply Wall St analysis model.
Industry and Sector Metrics
Our industry and section metrics are calculated every 6 hours by Simply Wall St, details of our process are available on Github.
Analyst Sources
e.l.f. Beauty, Inc. is covered by 27 analysts. 18 of those analysts submitted the estimates of revenue or earnings used as inputs to our report. Analysts submissions are updated throughout the day.
| Analyst | Institution |
|---|---|
| Mark Altschwager | Baird |
| Shannon Coyne | BMO Capital Markets Equity Research |
| Anna Lizzul | BofA Global Research |