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ST. LOUIS , Feb. 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Post Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:POST), a consumer packaged goods holding company, today reported results for the first fiscal quarter ended December 31, 2024. Highlights: First quarter net sales of $2.0 billion Operating profit of $214.1 million; net earnings of $113.3 million and Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)* of $369.9 million Raised fiscal year 2025 Adjusted EBITDA (non-GAAP)* outlook to $1,420-$1,460 million *For additional information regarding non-GAAP measures, such as Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted net earnings, Adjusted diluted earnings per common share and segment Adjusted EBITDA, see the related explanations presented under "Use of Non-GAAP Measures" later in this release.
Looking beyond Wall Street's top -and-bottom-line estimate forecasts for Post Holdings (POST), delve into some of its key metrics to gain a deeper insight into the company's potential performance for the quarter ended December 2024.
POST's Q1 results are likely to reflect strength in the Foodservice segment while showing concerns related to escalated advertising costs.
Post Holdings (POST) doesn't possess the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.
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ST. LOUIS , Jan. 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Post Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:POST), a consumer packaged goods holding company, today announced it will hold a conference call on Friday, February 7, 2025 at 9:00 a.m. ET to discuss financial results for the first quarter of fiscal year 2025 and fiscal year 2025 outlook and to respond to questions.
While POST's long-term prospects remain supported by its growth initiatives, near-term concerns suggest a cautious outlook.
Post Holdings shares have risen 36% in the past year, driven by its pivot to pet food and non-cyclical business appeal. Recent results show strong performance with $1.54 EPS, beating estimates by $0.32, and adjusted EBITDA rising 3.5% to $350 million, aided by margin expansion. Despite limited margin expansion ahead, Post's substantial free cash flow and strategic buybacks support my bullish outlook with potential 20% upside.
Post Holdings has aggressively grown through acquisitions and higher pricing, boosting revenue from $4.98 billion in 2021 to $6.99 billion in 2022, with continued growth in 2024. Despite high leverage, Post Holdings trades at low multiples, presenting a compelling investment opportunity with significant upside potential compared to peers. Management's focus on debt reduction and steady EBITDA growth is expected to improve the company's financial health, enhancing shareholder value over time.
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