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8-K/A filed May 21, 2026, 6:18 PM ET ticker EL CIK 0001001250

M&A confidence high sentiment neutral materiality 0.60

Estée Lauder and Puig terminate merger discussions; ELC reaffirms standalone strategy

ESTEE LAUDER COMPANIES INC

Discussions regarding a potential business combination began March 23, 2026, and were terminated on May 21, 2026.
No agreement was reached; the companies stated there could be no assurances regarding any deal or its terms.
CEO Stéphane de La Faverie reiterated confidence in the Beauty Reimagined strategy and ELC's standalone strength.
ELC will continue to evaluate portfolio opportunities, including both acquisitions and divestitures.
Company targets solid double-digit adjusted operating margin over time through organic growth and cost discipline.

item 8.01 item 9.01

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