Dole plc Earnings Call Transcripts
Fiscal Year 2025
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Strong 2025 results with Adjusted EBITDA of $395M, driven by growth in core segments and strategic asset sales. 2026 guidance targets at least $400M EBITDA, with normalized free cash flow and continued focus on operational efficiencies and capital allocation.
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Q3 2025 saw 10.5% revenue growth and strong diversified segment results, offsetting fresh fruit cost pressures. A $100M buyback was announced, net debt reduced, and full-year Adjusted EBITDA is expected at the upper end of guidance despite ongoing sourcing headwinds.
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Q2 2025 saw revenue rise 14.3% to $2.4B and adjusted EBITDA up 9.3% to $137M, driven by strong fresh produce performance. The sale of the vegetable division enhances strategic focus, with guidance raised for full-year adjusted EBITDA to $380–$390M.
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Q1 2025 saw like-for-like revenue growth and resilient segment performance despite FX and weather headwinds. Full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance was raised to at least $380 million, and the dividend increased by 6.25%.
Fiscal Year 2024
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Delivered record 2024 results with 6.7% like-for-like revenue and Adjusted EBITDA growth, reduced net debt, and strong segment performance. 2025 guidance anticipates a modest EBITDA decline due to storm impacts and normalization, with continued focus on capital discipline and growth opportunities.
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Revenue grew 1% (5.8% like-for-like) and Adjusted EBITDA rose 2.3% like-for-like, led by strong Diversified Americas results. Full-year Adjusted EBITDA guidance was raised to at least $380 million, with continued focus on capital allocation and fleet expansion.
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The summit highlighted strong recent performance, effective risk management, and ongoing investment in scale, technology, and core business growth. Management sees continued tailwinds from health trends and retailer investment, while focusing on margin, debt reduction, and selective M&A.
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Q2 2024 saw strong like-for-like revenue and EBITDA growth, with net income up significantly year-over-year. Full-year adjusted EBIT guidance was raised to at least $370 million, and leverage fell to 1.9x, supported by robust segment performance and disciplined capital allocation.