Fresh Del Monte Produce Inc. reported a 5% increase in net sales to $1,141.6 million and a significant rise in net income to $47.2 million for the second quarter of 2021, driven by strong performance in pineapple, fresh-cut fruit, and prepared food products, despite inflationary pressures.
Net sales increased 5% to $1,141.6 million compared to the prior-year period.
Gross profit increased by 40% to $110.0 million, with gross profit margin rising to 9.6%.
Net income for the second quarter of 2021 was $47.2 million, compared to $17.9 million in the prior-year period, with diluted EPS at $0.99.
Adjusted diluted EPS was $0.98, compared to $0.54 in the prior-year period.
The company expects inflationary and cost pressures to continue.
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