Ulta Beauty raises its annual forecasts, growth driven by its investments in

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    "excerpt": "((Automated translation by Reuters using machine learning and generative AI, please refer to the following disclaimer: https://bit.ly/rtrsauto)) (Adds CEO comments in paragraphs 4 and 5) by Arriana McLymore and Neil J Kanatt Cosmetics retailer Ulta Beauty ULTA.O on Thursday raised its annual revenue and profit forecasts, betting that its marketing and product line expansion investments would boost demand as it continues to open stores in the United States.Net revenue climbed 8.9% to reach 3 billion dollars, driven by comparable store sales, the acquisition of Space NK, and the net opening of 13 stores in the United States in the second quarter - nearly half of the first half's total.Despite persistent inflation, high-income consumers and young shoppers continue to spend freely on trendy, high-margin fragrance and makeup brands.Kecia Steelman, Ulta Beauty's Chief Executive Officer, said customers had not opted for cheaper products in the second quarter and continued to buy prestige products.\"We have not seen any notable changes in consumer behavior during this quarter,\" said Kecia Steelman. \"We are seeing an increase in spending across all customer segments.\"The company, which is undergoing restructuring under Kecia Steelman's leadership, has capitalized on this demand through celebrity-backed brand exclusives, such as rapper Megan Thee Stallion's \"Hot Girl Summer\" fragrance...",
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