Insight Report 2 minutes PremiumLimited brands (LB) 4Q15 Results: Beats Forecasts, Outlook Below Consensus Coresight Research February 24, 2016 Executive Summary L Brands reported 4Q15 revenue of $4.40 billion, up 8.1% year over year and slightly above the consensus estimate of $4.37 billion. The company reported EPS of $2.15 for the quarter, up 13.7% year over year and beating the consensus estimate of $2.05. Guidance called for EPS of $2.05. The upside was driven by sales at Victoria’s Secret and Bath & Body Works, which were up 8.6% and 6.7%, respectively. The company provided diluted EPS guidance for 2016 of $3.90–$4.10, below the consensus estimate of $4.19. L Brands expects 1Q16 diluted EPS of $0.50–$0.55, short of the $0.65 consensus estimate. Forecasts include negative impacts related to foreign currency exchange rates. This report is for paying subscribers only. Already a paying subscriber? Please log in to see the entire report.If you wish to learn more about our subscription plans and become a paying subscriber, click here. This document was generated for Other research you may be interested in: US Back to School 2024: Preparing for Class—Unveiling Consumer Spending ExpectationsEarnings Insights 3Q23, Week 3: Coty and Ralph Lauren Report Positive Sales Growth; Capri Holdings, Hanesbrands and Qurate Retail See Sales Decline10 US Consumer and Retail Trends 2024: Insights Presented at Lectra’s Ideation 2023Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2023, Week 32: UK Closures Up 96%