Energizer delivers solid Q2 performance and reaffirms full-year outlook

Energizer Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: ENR) reported steady second-quarter results for fiscal 2025.

The company posted net sales of $662.9 million, with a 1.4% increase in organic sales offset slightly by currency headwinds. Strong operational execution helped boost gross margin to 39.1% (reported) and 40.8% on an adjusted basis – up 30 basis points from the prior year.

Energizer’s strategic cost-reduction programme, Project Momentum, continues to yield results, generating $16 million in quarterly savings and keeping the company on track to meet its broader transformation goals.

Net earnings reached $28.3 million, or $0.39 per share, with adjusted EPS of $0.67 and adjusted EBITDA of $140.3 million – demonstrating healthy profitability even amid a cautious consumer environment.

“We are proud of our team’s performance this quarter,” said President and CEO Mark LaVigne. “Our ongoing productivity initiatives and targeted investments are positioning Energizer for sustainable, long-term growth.”

Looking ahead, the company reaffirmed its full-year guidance, forecasting:

Adjusted EBITDA of $610–630 million
Adjusted EPS in the range of $3.30–3.50
Organic net sales growth of flat to up 2%

Third-quarter earnings are expected to remain stable, with adjusted EPS guidance of $0.55 to $0.65.

Energizer remains confident in its ability to deliver shareholder value through disciplined cost management, global brand strength, and continued investment in digital and operational efficiencies.

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