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Overview

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Litigation

Active legal matters

Material Events

8-K disclosures

SEC Filings

Key regulatory docs

Insider Transactions

Ownership changes

ESTEE LAUDER COMPANIES INC (EL) Class Action Lawsuit (December 2023)

Settlement

1:23cv10669 • December 7, 2023

Class Period Start

February 3, 2022

Class Period End

May 2, 2025

PSLRA Deadline

February 5, 2024

Case Allegations

10b5

Statutes of Repose

Feb 3, 2025

Country

United States

Court

Federal Court

Settlement Information

Please note that for cases in the settlement stage, claims are handled by the claims administrator and NOT Levi & Korsinsky. Any information or documentation previously provided to us does not constitute submission of a claim. If you need to file a claim, check the status of a claim, or have questions regarding distribution of settlement funds, please contact the claims administrator below.

Claim Deadline

August 5, 2026

Settlement Fund

$210,000,000

Settlement Status

Final Approval

Settlement Class

All persons or entities that purchased or otherwise acquired the publicly traded common stock of The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. during the period from February 3, 2022 through February 3, 2025, both dates inclusive.

Claim Administrator

Epiq
P.O. Box 5983 Portland, OR 97228-5983
+1 877-357-1477
[email protected]

Hearing Date

August 20, 2026

Opt-out Deadline

July 30, 2026

Settlement Note

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Proof Of Claim

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Docket History

Oct 13, 2026

Final Approval of Settlement

The court has granted final approval of the settlement. Eligible investors who submit valid claims may receive a payment once the claims review and distribution process is completed.

Oct 13, 2026

Final Approval of Settlement

The court has granted final approval of the settlement. Eligible investors who submit valid claims may receive a payment once the claims review and distribution process is completed.

Jul 16, 2026

Motion for Final Approval of Settlement

The parties have asked the court to grant final approval of the proposed settlement. The judge will consider whether the settlement should be approved after reviewing the settlement terms and any objections. If approved, eligible investors who submit valid claims may receive a payment after the claims review and distribution process is completed.

May 28, 2026

Notice of Pendency

May 28, 2026

Proof of Claim Form

To receive your portion of the recovery (if you are eligible), you must submit this form to the claims administrator by the deadline indicated on the form itself. If you do not submit this form in time, you will not be entitled to compensation. If you have questions about how to complete the form, you should contact the claims administrator.

May 13, 2026

Preliminary Approval of Settlement

The court has granted preliminary approval of a proposed settlement. This means the settlement can move forward for further consideration, but it has not yet received final approval. Potential class members will generally receive notice explaining the settlement, their rights, and any deadlines for submitting a claim, objecting to the settlement, or choosing not to participate.

May 7, 2026

Motion for Preliminary Approval of Settlement

The parties have asked the court to give preliminary approval to a proposed settlement. The judge will review the request and decide whether the settlement can move forward to the next stage. If approved, potential class members will generally receive information about the settlement and their rights, including any deadlines for taking action.

Jul 25, 2025

Motion for Class Certification

The plaintiffs have asked the court to approve the lawsuit to proceed as a class action on behalf of a group of investors. The judge will decide whether the case meets the requirements for class certification and which investors and claims may be included.

Mar 31, 2025

Motion to Dismiss Denied

The court has denied the defendants' request to dismiss the lawsuit. The case can now move forward to the next stage of litigation.

May 3, 2024

Motion to Dismiss

After reviewing the complaint(s) filed by plaintiffs, defendants have filed a motion requesting that the court dismiss some or all of the plaintiffs' claims. In a motion to dismiss, defendants might challenge the validity of plaintiffs' claims or adequacy of plaintiffs' pleadings. Once a motion to dismiss is filed, the judge will make a decision on whether part or all of the case should be dismissed or the case can proceed as alleged.

Mar 22, 2024

First Amended Complaint

A new complaint has been filed on behalf of certain investors in ESTEE LAUDER COMPANIES INC. Amended complaints may contain additional facts, parties, allegations, a change in the class definition, etc.

Feb 20, 2024

Appointment of Lead Plaintiff

The court has appointed a lead plaintiff to represent the interests of investors in the lawsuit. The lead plaintiff works with the attorneys handling the case, helps oversee the litigation, and represents the interests of the proposed class.

Dec 7, 2023

First Filed Complaint

A securities fraud class action complaint has been filed on behalf of certain investors in ESTEE LAUDER COMPANIES INC.

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