The Hain Celestial (HAIN)
NASDAQ:HAIN
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Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 20, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q4)Consensus EPS Forecast
>-0.01Last Year’s EPS
-0.02Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 4 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call conveyed a balanced tone: material operational progress on cash generation, deleveraging, sequential margin improvement and accelerated innovation were highlighted as evidence of a turning point, but meaningful year-over-year top-line and profitability declines—especially in International and Baby & Kids—plus ongoing strategic review and refinancing uncertainty temper the outlook. Management emphasized that the divestiture and restructuring actions position the go-forward North American portfolio for stronger margins and that they expect continued cash generation and deleveraging while executing further strategic actions.Company Guidance
Strong Cash Generation and Debt Reduction
Generated free cash flow of $35M in Q3 versus an outflow of $2M a year ago; total debt reduced by $155M in the quarter, net debt of $505M (a $145M reduction year-to-date) and net debt down $272M over the last 11 quarters.
Completed Divestiture of North America Snacks
Sale of North America snacks completed Feb 27, 2026; divestiture materially contributed to cash generation, helped eliminate stranded costs (nearly 70% of actions implemented) and is expected to be gross margin and EBITDA accretive to the go-forward portfolio.
Sequential Margin Improvement and Stronger North America Margin Profile
Adjusted gross margin improved sequentially by ~150 basis points to 21% (despite a ~90 bps YoY decline). North America adjusted gross margin rose 100 bps YoY to 23.4%; excluding snacks, North America gross margin would have been ~30% and adjusted EBITDA margin would have been 16.4%.
Innovation Momentum Driving Category Wins
Innovation renewal rate >12% of net sales (up >2.5 points YoY). Greek Gods showing high-teen dollar sales growth and low-20s% unit growth; wellness tea dollar sales up high single digits; Earth's Best finger foods mid- to high-single-digit growth. New product launches include high-protein yogurt (20g protein), new gut/throat wellness teas and better-for-you Hartley's relaunch.
Inventory and Working Capital Improvements
Days inventory outstanding improved to 73 days (down from 79 a year ago and 75 in Q2), contributing to working capital improvement; accounts receivable collections improved and capex was modest at $4M in the quarter.
Restructuring Progress and Expected Benefits
Taken $108M of transformation charges to date (of expected $115–125M); still on track to deliver $130–150M of benefits through fiscal 2027; stranded costs now expected at high end of $20–25M with roughly half of remaining reduction by end of Q2 FY27.
Liquidity Position and Interest Rate Hedging
Cash on hand $44M with $196M available under revolver; leverage 4.3x with covenant at 5.5x (headroom). More than 70% of loan facility hedged at a fixed rate of 7.1%, demonstrating partial protection vs variable rate exposure.
HAIN Earnings History
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HAIN Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 11, 2026 | $0.66 | $0.73 | +10.15% |
Feb 09, 2026 | $1.23 | $0.99 | -19.51% |
Nov 07, 2025 | $1.07 | $1.20 | +12.15% |
Sep 15, 2025 | $2.15 | $1.62 | -24.65% |
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FAQ
When does The Hain Celestial (HAIN) report earnings?
The Hain Celestial (HAIN) is schdueled to report earning on Aug 20, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is The Hain Celestial (HAIN) earnings time?
The Hain Celestial (HAIN) earnings time is at Aug 20, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
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What is HAIN EPS forecast?
HAIN EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q4) is >-0.01.
