In Macy's Q1 2025 earnings report, Bluemercury, the cosmetics brand, was noted for posting growth in comparable sales amid tariff pressures and cautious middle-income spending. This result suggests a resilient performance from the luxury segment despite broader retail challenges.

Store managers at Bluemercury, operating in New York, are seeking approval for a $437,500 settlement in a lawsuit alleging unpaid overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act. The case, brought by former store manager Leslie Bethel, asserts that the company maintained a widespread policy that resulted in systematic underpayment of overtime wages.

Bluemercury's DEI webpage highlights its commitment to maintaining an inclusive space, supporting diversity in both its workforce and the beauty industry by amplifying underrepresented voices.

A federal court document in the Pozo v. Bluemercury case details allegations that Bluemercury violated New York Labor Law by paying its manual labor employees on a biweekly basis rather than weekly, potentially depriving them of the time value of their wages. The court denied certain dismissal motions while granting others, and required the plaintiff to file an amended complaint.

A Fair Labor Standards lawsuit, Suazo et al v. Bluemercury, Inc., was filed in the California Northern District Court on October 20, 2022. The docket details multiple filings related to the case, highlighting allegations pertaining to worker rights and labor practices.