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Earnings Data
Report Date
Aug 05, 2026Before Open (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.53Last Year’s EPS
0.69Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 16 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call conveyed cautious optimism: the company reported clear early signs of operational and share improvement (notably strong March share metrics, product launches, and disciplined productivity) and is leaning into targeted marketing and a $600M investment plan. However, meaningful near-term headwinds remain—SNAP benefit reductions (~100 bps), Q2 revenue guidance of -3% to -5%, commodity and resin inflation risk (resins hedged only through mid-Q3), Indonesia and away-from-home pressures, and an expected H2 cash flow impact from stepped-up investment. Given the balance of encouraging execution progress and persistent macro/structural challenges, the net tone is balanced.Company Guidance
Market Share and Category Momentum
Notable share improvement: percent of categories where the company held or gained share rose from 21% last year to 35% year-to-date and 58% in March. Taste Elevation pockets improved from 24% holding/gaining share last year to 81% year-to-date and 87% in March. Market share loss narrowed materially (from a -90 bps start to -30 bps year-to-date), reflecting ~60 bps of improvement versus the beginning of the prior year.
Stronger-than-Expected Q1 and Maintained Guidance
Q1 came in better than expectations with management maintaining full-year guidance despite the stronger start; executives attribute the performance to focused execution, product investments and distribution gains.
Step-Up in Marketing and Strategic Investment Dry Powder
Marketing spend increased ~37% year-over-year in Q1; company expects marketing at least 5.5% of revenue for the year and at least a ~20% increase year-over-year. Management has a $600 million investment plan, with the majority described as 'dry powder' being deployed through the rest of the year.
New Product Launches and Portfolio Moves
Key commercial initiatives: Power Mac & Cheese launch with strong sell-in (35,000 accounts), Capri Sun Hydrate elevated to 'Win Big', Lunchables renovation launching next month, and Philadelphia Lactose Free planned for the back half—demonstrating targeted investment in high-opportunity brands and categories.
Productivity and Pricing Toolkit
Productivity performance was strong in Q1 (above 4% of COGS). Guidance assumed pricing would cover about 20% of inflation with productivity absorbing the remainder; management identifies productivity as first defense against input-cost inflation.
Strong Cash Position and Active Debt Management
Exited the quarter with strong cash on hand and maintained free cash flow outlook. Management plans to pay down debt in Q2, is considering prepaying a portion of $1.9 billion maturing next year, and expects to manage the debt tower to reduce interest expense.
Simplified Operating Model and Leadership Addition
Organizational changes aimed at simplification and stronger commercial accountability: new North America leadership (Nicolas Munoz) and additional hires in sales and marketing to drive growth and execution.
KHC Earnings History
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KHC Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
May 06, 2026 | $22.14 | $22.66 | +2.35% |
Feb 11, 2026 | $24.05 | $24.14 | +0.36% |
Jul 30, 2025 | $26.76 | $26.70 | -0.25% |
Apr 29, 2025 | $26.60 | $26.65 | +0.21% |
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KHC EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.53.



