Investing.com -- EssilorLuxottica (EPA:EL) reported second-quarter revenue growth that fell short of analyst expectations, despite posting solid profitability gains. The eyewear giant's first-half revenue reached €14.82 billion, missing the analyst consensus of €14.91 billion. Second-quarter revenue grew 8.7% at constant exchange rates, below the estimated 10.1% growth. Second-quarter revenue totaled €7.69 billion, up 7.2% YoY on a reported basis. On revenue, management said July started strongly and expressed confidence in further growth during the second half.