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Jun 27, 2021
Pilgrim's Pride Q2 2021 Earnings Report
Pilgrim's Pride's Q2 2021 results reflected strong growth in sales and adjusted EBITDA margins.
Key Takeaways
Pilgrim's Pride reported a 29% increase in net sales to $3.64 billion compared to the prior year. The company's adjusted EBITDA increased by 231.2% to $371.6 million, representing a 10.2% margin. While the U.S. business saw improved foodservice demand and retail strength, Mexico maintained strong momentum, and the European business showed operational improvements.
Net Sales increased by 29% year-over-year, reaching $3.64 billion.
Adjusted EBITDA surged by 231.2% year-over-year to $371.6 million, with a margin of 10.2%.
U.S. foodservice business improved year-over-year and sequentially, surpassing pre-pandemic levels, while retail volumes remained strong.
Mexico sustained its strong performance, driven by solid execution and improved economic conditions.
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Forward Guidance
The company is optimistic about dining out and gathering with friends and family for meals as the world emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic. They are also focused on managing input costs and labor challenges.
Positive Outlook
- Optimistic about dining out and gathering with friends and family for meals as the world emerges from the COVID-19 pandemic
- Foodservice business was stronger than anticipated as restrictions continued to ease, boosting demand back above 2019 levels
- Expanded retail branded presence
- Grew our branded consumer packaged foods business in the second quarter by 215% by investing in our Just Bare® and Pilgrim’s® brands at retail and in e-commerce
- Mexico business had another strong quarter, driven by a balanced supply/demand equation and continuous improvements in operational performance
Challenges Ahead
- Higher and more volatile input costs
- Product mix issues resulting from continued, albeit improving, labor challenges
- Increasing grain costs
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