How Is Revlon Expecting To Benefit From The Elizabeth Arden Deal?

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Last month, Revlon announced its decision to acquire premium cosmetics company Elizabeth Arden for $870 million. The transaction, expected to be completed by the end of 2016, will help Revlon enter the premium beauty segment, expand its offerings portfolio, and further its geographical reach. Below we explore the possible implications of this deal as explained by Revlon in a recent investor filing.

  • The most interesting change in Revlon’s portfolio mix post the acquisition is expected to be the contribution of the fragrance segment. Fragrance, that so far made around a 4% contribution to Revlon’s category mix, is expected to have almost 30% contribution to the category mix post the completion of the Elizabeth Arden deal.
  • Color Cosmetics and Haircare, the two biggest contributors to Revlon’s portfolio, will both have a lesser contribution than before in the combined entity of Revlon and Elizabeth Arden.
  • The geographic mix on the other hand might not change a lot due to the deal.
  • The synergy from the acquisition is expected to reduce Revlon’s SG&A Costs by 40%, COGS by 60%, amounting to a total savings of around $140 million.
  • According to a previous statement by Revlon’s CEO Fabian Garcia, this deal will place Revlon among the top 20 global beauty companies.
  • The combined business is expected to generate ~$3 billion in annual sales and $517 million in annual adjusted EBITDA.

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(Source: Revlon’s 8-K Filing)

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