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Hormel Foods (HO7) Earnings Dates, Call Summary & Reports

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Earnings Data

Report Date
Feb 26, 2026
Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)
Consensus EPS Forecast
0.27
Last Year’s EPS
0.3
Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 5 Analysts Ratings

Earnings Call Summary

Q4 2025
Earnings Call Date:Dec 04, 2025|
% Change Since:
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Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The earnings call presented a mixed picture with strong net sales growth and brand performance offset by significant profitability challenges, market struggles in Brazil, and continued supply constraints in Turkey. Strategic initiatives and product innovations were highlighted as future growth drivers, but near-term pressures remain.
Company Guidance
During Hormel Foods Corporation's Fourth Quarter Earnings Call, the company outlined its guidance for fiscal 2026, anticipating organic net sales growth of 1% to 4% and adjusted operating income growth of 4% to 10%. Key metrics highlighted include expected gross margin expansion driven by pricing actions, mix improvements, and productivity from ongoing initiatives. The company anticipates adjusted earnings per share to range between $1.43 and $1.51, with pork input costs predicted to decrease compared to fiscal 2025, though beef and nut costs are expected to remain elevated. Hormel Foods also plans to reinvest savings from recent restructuring and administrative cost reductions to support brand marketing and technology enhancements. Despite expecting first-quarter earnings to decline compared to the prior year, due to pricing and cost challenges, Hormel is confident in its growth trajectory for the remainder of 2026, aligning with its strategic focus on a balanced, protein-centric portfolio.
Record Net Sales Growth
Net sales exceeded $12 billion for the full year of fiscal 2025, representing a 2% organic growth over the prior year, supported by gains across all three segments.
Strong Brand Performance
Leading brands like Jennie-O, Applegate, Holy Guacamole, and Spam contributed strong growth for the year, with Planters brand growing net sales year over year despite previous production disruptions.
International Segment Success in China
China business was the biggest contributor to the international segment's top-line performance and achieved strong bottom-line performance.
Transform and Modernize Initiative Benefits
Initiative helped offset margin pressures and laid the foundation for future growth, including distribution network expansion and administrative expense review.
Innovative Product Launches
New product formats like SPAM Musubi and innovations in the bacon category demonstrated successful consumer engagement and market expansion.
Dividend Increase and Financial Stability
Returned a record $633 million to shareholders, marking sixty consecutive years of dividend increases, and maintained a strong financial position with ample liquidity.

Hormel Foods (DE:HO7) Earnings, Revenues Date & History

The upcoming earnings date is based on a company’s previous reporting, and may be updated when the actual date is announced

DE:HO7 Earnings History

Report Date
Fiscal Quarter
Forecast / EPS
Last Year's EPS
EPS YoY Change
Press Release
Slides
Play Transcript
Feb 26, 2026
2026 (Q1)
0.27 / -
0.297
Dec 04, 2025
2025 (Q4)
0.26 / 0.27
0.357-23.81% (-0.08)
Aug 28, 2025
2025 (Q3)
0.34 / 0.30
0.314-5.41% (-0.02)
May 30, 2025
2025 (Q2)
0.29 / 0.30
0.323-7.89% (-0.03)
Feb 27, 2025
2025 (Q1)
0.32 / 0.30
0.348-14.63% (-0.05)
Dec 04, 2024
2024 (Q4)
0.36 / 0.36
0.3570.00% (0.00)
Sep 04, 2024
2024 (Q3)
0.31 / 0.31
0.34-7.50% (-0.03)
May 30, 2024
2024 (Q2)
0.30 / 0.32
0.34-5.00% (-0.02)
Feb 29, 2024
2024 (Q1)
0.29 / 0.35
0.342.50% (<+0.01)
Nov 29, 2023
2023 (Q4)
0.38 / 0.36
0.433-17.65% (-0.08)
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DE:HO7 Earnings-Related Price Changes

Report Date
Price 1 Day Before
Price 1 Day After
Percentage Change
Dec 04, 2025
€19.81€21.13+6.66%
Aug 28, 2025
€24.38€21.32-12.52%
May 30, 2025
€25.99€26.55+2.19%
Feb 27, 2025
€26.37€26.16-0.81%
Earnings announcements can affect a stock’s price. This table shows the stock's price the day before and the day after recent earnings reports, including the percentage change.

FAQ

When does Hormel Foods Corp (DE:HO7) report earnings?
Hormel Foods Corp (DE:HO7) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 26, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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            DE:HO7 EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 0.27.

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