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Hormel Foods (HRL)
NYSE:HRL
Earnings Data
Report Date
Feb 26, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.32Last Year’s EPS
0.35Same Quarter Last Year
Moderate Buy
Based on 5 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
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
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.
HRL Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
Beat
Missed
HRL Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Dec 04, 2025 | $23.27 | $24.16 | +3.82% |
Aug 28, 2025 | $28.66 | $24.91 | -13.08% |
May 30, 2025 | $29.72 | $30.01 | +0.98% |
Feb 27, 2025 | $27.84 | $27.50 | -1.22% |
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 (HRL) report earnings?
Hormel Foods (HRL) is schdueled to report earning on Feb 26, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
What is Hormel Foods (HRL) earnings time?
Hormel Foods (HRL) earnings time is at Feb 26, 2026, Before Open (Confirmed).
Where can I see when companies are reporting earnings?
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What is HRL EPS forecast?
HRL EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 0.32.
