ConAgra Q3 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Conagra Brands reported strong third-quarter results, with net sales increasing by 8.5% and organic net sales increasing by 9.7%. Diluted EPS grew by 38.1% to $0.58, while adjusted EPS grew by 25.5% to $0.59.
Net sales increased by 8.5%, driven by a 9.7% increase in organic net sales.
Operating margin increased to 16.2%, while adjusted operating margin was 16.0%.
Diluted EPS grew by 38.1% to $0.58, and adjusted EPS grew by 25.5% to $0.59.
The company repurchased approximately 8.8 million shares of its common stock for $298 million during the quarter.
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Forward Guidance
The Company is providing guidance for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2021, expecting organic net sales growth between (10)% and (12)%, adjusted operating margin between 14% and 15%, and adjusted EPS between $0.49 and $0.55.
Positive Outlook
- Sustained increase in demand in its retail segments when compared to pre-COVID-19 demand levels.
- Continued elevate at-home eating.
- Impact of customers beginning to rebuild inventories.
- End-to-end supply chain operates effectively.
- The Company is reaffirming its fiscal 2022 guidance.
Challenges Ahead
- Reduced demand in its Foodservice segment when compared to pre-COVID-19 demand levels.
- Elevated inflation in cost of goods sold.
- COVID-19-related costs have also continued to impact the business.
- Organic net sales growth is expected in the range of (10)% to (12)%.
- Adjusted EPS is expected in the range of $0.49 to $0.55.
Revenue & Expenses
Visualization of income flow from segment revenue to net income