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Post Holdings Q1 2026 earnings summary

Complete event summary combining all related documents: earnings call transcript, report, and slide presentation.
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Q1 2026 earnings summary6 Feb, 2026

Executive summary

  • Q1 FY2026 net sales rose 10.1% to $2.17 billion, driven by acquisitions and growth in Foodservice and Weetabix, while Refrigerated Retail was flat and Post Consumer Brands saw volume declines.

  • Adjusted EBITDA exceeded expectations, rising 13.1% to $418.2 million, with strong operating performance and Foodservice run rate improvements.

  • Operating profit increased 11.3% to $238.4 million, but net earnings declined 14.6% to $96.8 million due to higher interest expense and debt extinguishment losses.

  • Major portfolio changes included the acquisition of 8th Avenue and Potato Products of Idaho, and the divestiture of the 8th Avenue pasta business.

  • Aggressive share repurchases and the sale of the pasta business contributed to maintaining flat net leverage and financial flexibility.

Financial highlights

  • Net sales: $2,174.6 million, up 10.1% year-over-year.

  • Adjusted EBITDA: $418.2 million, up 13.1% year-over-year.

  • Operating profit: $238.4 million, up 11.3% year-over-year.

  • Net earnings: $96.8 million, down 14.6% year-over-year.

  • Diluted EPS: $1.71; adjusted diluted EPS: $2.13.

Outlook and guidance

  • Full-year 2026 Adjusted EBITDA guidance raised to $1,550–$1,580 million, reflecting Q1 outperformance and Foodservice normalization.

  • Capital expenditures for fiscal 2026 expected between $350–$390 million, with major investments in Foodservice facilities.

  • Sufficient liquidity and cash on hand are anticipated to meet capital needs for the foreseeable future.

  • Management expects continued volatility in input costs and supply chain due to inflation and potential tariffs.

  • Foodservice run rate for the year is expected to remain strong, with embedded growth anticipated for next year.

Strategy for Post Consumer Brands volume recovery
Capital allocation priorities: repurchases vs capex
Drivers of increased FY26 Adjusted EBITDA outlook
M&A strategy given changing valuations?
Cereal promotional spend strategy?
Foodservice normalized run rate stickiness?
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Post Holdings Inc operates as a consumer packaged goods holding company engaged in the manufacturing, marketing, and distribution of branded and private label food products, including cereals, refrigerated food, and protein-based foods. The company is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, and its shares are listed on the NYSE.

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