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Flowers Foods (FLO)
NYSE:FLO
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 14, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q1)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.27Last Year’s EPS
0.35Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 3 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Neutral
The call presented a balanced mix of positives and negatives: management delivered results at the high end of 2025 guidance and highlighted strength and innovation in premium and DKB platforms (including Simple Mills' product pipeline), and they have launched a comprehensive multiyear review to address weaknesses. Offsetting this are meaningful near-term headwinds — a weak traditional loaf segment (Nature’s Own), guidance reflecting a ~4% category decline and a one‑week timing headwind, Simple Mills' near-term sales/margin disruptions, and capital allocation uncertainty around the dividend and leverage/covenant proximity. Overall, the company is taking proactive steps but faces notable execution and financial challenges in the near term.Company Guidance
Results at High End of 2025 Guidance
Management stated they produced results at the high end of the company's 2025 guidance range, reflecting disciplined execution of efficiency initiatives and brand performance.
Strength in Premium, DKB and Innovative Platforms
Leadership highlighted strong performance across premium, DKB (snack) brands and other innovative platforms, with mix benefit evident (price per unit up in the quarter) and continued share gains in selective segments.
Simple Mills Innovation Pipeline and Outlook
Simple Mills delivered a record year for innovation (13 new items) and management remains bullish, guiding to top-line growth in the double-digits next year despite near-term timing and input disruptions.
Proactive Comprehensive Strategic Review
Company initiated a multiyear comprehensive review of brand portfolio, supply chain, distribution network and capital allocation to reignite top-line growth and expand margins over time; management emphasized this is an early but measured process.
Operational Optimization and CapEx Discipline
Ongoing supply-chain and network optimization (including past bakery closures) and move to regional DSD P&L accountability intended to improve efficiency. Maintenance CapEx referenced at approximately $2,000,000 per bakery per year and ERP completion planned for 2026–2027.
FLO 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
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FLO Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 12, 2026 | $11.35 | $10.36 | -8.72% |
Nov 06, 2025 | $11.38 | $11.60 | +1.88% |
Aug 15, 2025 | $15.93 | $15.07 | -5.37% |
May 16, 2025 | $16.15 | $16.38 | +1.41% |
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FAQ
When does Flowers Foods (FLO) report earnings?
Flowers Foods (FLO) is schdueled to report earning on May 14, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Flowers Foods (FLO) earnings time?
Flowers Foods (FLO) earnings time is at May 14, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is FLO EPS forecast?
FLO EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q1) is 0.27.