Ulta Beauty Inc. (ULTA) Stock
NASDAQULTA has an Alpha Score of 56 out of 100 (moderate), computed on Oct 27, 2026 from 3 of 4 sub-scores. 13 members of Congress disclosed 23 trades in ULTA since 2015: 11 purchases and 12 sales, most recently Maria Elvira Salazar (purchase, Mar 19, 2026). 6 of the hedge funds AlphaScala tracks reported ULTA in 13F filings for the quarter ended Jun 30, 2026; the largest reported position is Renaissance Technologies's at $80.18M. Company insiders reported 0 open-market buys and 2 sales on SEC Form 4 in the 90 days to Oct 30, 2026. Its trailing P/E ratio is 22.7 and its net margin 9.3% (key statistics as of Oct 30, 2026).
What is ULTA's Alpha Score?
How it works →Alpha Score of 56 reflects moderate overall profile with moderate momentum, weak value, moderate quality. Based on 3 of 4 signals – score is capped at 90 until remaining data ingests.
Computed from 3 of 4 sub-scores; a sub-score is left out when its inputs are missing, and the composite is capped accordingly.
Computed Oct 27, 2026
A rules-based research rating, not a recommendation to buy or sell.
Which members of Congress traded Ulta Beauty Inc. (ULTA)?
Most recent: Maria Elvira Salazar (purchase, Mar 19, 2026); records start Feb 9, 2015.
| Politician | Trade date | Type | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Maria Elvira Salazar R-FL · House | 2026-03-19 | purchase | $15k – $50k |
| Dan Newhouse R-WA · House | 2025-12-11 | partial sale | $1k – $15k |
| Val Hoyle D-OR · House | 2025-09-23 | sale | $1k – $15k |
| Greg Landsman D-OH · House | 2024-08-14 | sale | $1k – $15k |
| Greg Landsman D-OH · House | 2024-05-29 | purchase | $15k – $50k |
| Michael Guest R-MS · House | 2023-11-13 | purchase | $1k – $15k |
| Lois Frankel D-FL · House | 2023-09-08 | sale | $1k – $15k |
| Dan Newhouse R-WA · House | 2023-03-17 | partial sale | $1k – $15k |
From STOCK Act periodic transaction reports. House filings as of Nov 1, 2026.
See all ULTA political trades →Which hedge funds own ULTA?
From 13F filings| Fund | Shares Held | Position Value | Change vs prior Q |
|---|---|---|---|
| Renaissance Technologies Jim Simons (founder) | 178K | $80.18M | NEW |
| Citadel Ken Griffin | 145K | $65.46M | +47% |
| Marshall Wace | 63K | $28.49M | +12924% |
| Hussman Investment Trust John Hussman | 8K | $3.79M | +14% |
| Millennium Management Israel Englander | 5K | $2.33M | -86% |
| D.E. Shaw David Shaw | 4K | $1.76M | -97% |
13F holdings as of Jun 30, 2026
Explore all tracked funds →Are Ulta Beauty Inc. insiders buying or selling?
SEC Form 4 filings| Date | Insider | Role | Type | Shares | Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 26 | Steelman Kecia | President and CEO | SELL | 2.0K | $1.1M |
| Sep 11, 26 | Nagler Lorna | Director | SELL | 600 | $322K |
| Apr 7, 26 | Mrkonic George R Jr | Director | SELL | 452 | $244K |
SEC Form 4 filings as of Oct 30, 2026 · not updated for 4 days; newer filings may exist
See cluster-buy signals across all tickers →What are ULTA's key statistics?
Key statistics as of Oct 30, 2026
How does ULTA's valuation compare with the Consumer Discretionary sector?
| Metric | ULTA | Consumer Discretionary median | Companies in median |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E ratio | 22.7 | 21.4 | 124 |
| Net margin | 9.34% | 7.00% | 139 |
| Return on equity | 45.40% | 17.17% | 136 |
Medians over the Consumer Discretionary stocks whose key statistics were refreshed in the last 35 days (newest Nov 3, 2026). P/E excludes loss-making companies.
ULTA price chart
Powered by TradingViewWhat does Ulta Beauty Inc. do?
Ulta Beauty Inc. is a leading specialty beauty retailer offering a comprehensive assortment of beauty and cosmetic products across makeup, skincare, haircare, tools and brushes, fragrance, bath and body, and salon services. The company operates through a network of retail stores, e-commerce platforms including Ulta.com and the Ulta Beauty App, and provides professional salon services. Ulta Beauty Inc. features the Ulta Beauty Rewards loyalty program, delivering personalized experiences and benefits to customers. It caters to diverse consumers seeking prestige, mass, and salon beauty brands in a seamless omnichannel environment. The company enhances its portfolio with Space NK, a luxury beauty retailer operating in the U.K. and Ireland, and expands internationally through a joint venture in Mexico and a franchise in the Middle East. Founded in 1990 and headquartered in Bolingbrook, Illinois, Ulta Beauty Inc. plays a significant role in the competitive beauty retail market by combining expansive product offerings with experiential services.