The stock may respond positively to the guidance of at least $400 million in Adjusted EBITDA for 2026 and the share repurchase program, despite the decline in net income. Monitor the execution of the $100 million buyback and the company's ability to improve free cash flow from the low level of $1.7 million in 2025.
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Executive Summary
Dole plc reported full-year 2025 revenue of $9.2 billion (up 8.2% YoY) and Adjusted EBITDA of $395.4 million, slightly above guidance. Full-year net income declined to $82.0 million from $143.4 million in 2024 due to non-recurring charges, but the company delivered strong operational momentum. Management guided to at least $400 million in Adjusted EBITDA for 2026 and announced a $100 million share repurchase program.
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Key Facts
- Full-year revenue of $9.2 billion, up 8.2% YoY, driven by strong performance in Diversified Fresh Produce segments
- Adjusted EBITDA of $395.4 million, up 0.8% YoY and ahead of guidance
- Full-year net income declined to $82.0 million from $143.4 million in 2024 due to non-recurring charges including impairment and tax items
- Net debt reduced to $606.5 million with net leverage at 1.5x
- Management guided to at least $400 million in Adjusted EBITDA for 2026
- Board authorized $100 million share repurchase program; $95.5 million remains available
- Free cash flow from continuing operations was $1.7 million, down from $180.3 million in 2024 due to higher capex and working capital outflows
Financial Impact
Revenue growth of $697.6 million, Adjusted EBITDA growth of $3.2 million, net income decrease of $61.4 million
Segment Breakdown
| Segment | Revenue | Growth |
|---|---|---|
| Fresh Fruit | $3.6B | +9.8% |
| Diversified Fresh Produce - EMEA | $4.0B | +11.3% |
| Diversified Fresh Produce - Americas ROW | $1.7B | -1.8% |
Risk Factors
- Free cash flow declined significantly to $1.7 million from $180.3 million in 2024
- Adjusted EBITDA growth was minimal at 0.8% despite 8.2% revenue growth, indicating margin pressure
- Fresh Fruit segment Adjusted EBITDA declined 11.6% due to higher fruit costs
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Documents Analyzed
This report is based on 6 SEC documents filed with EDGAR.
| Document | Accession Number |
|---|---|
| 8-K Filing (Primary) | 0001857475-26-000014 |
| Document: dole-20260225.htm | 0001857475-26-000014 |
| Document: 0001857475-26-000014-index-headers.html | 0001857475-26-000014 |
| Document: 0001857475-26-000014-index.html | 0001857475-26-000014 |
| Document: 0001857475-26-000014.txt | 0001857475-26-000014 |
| CONTEXT: Previous Earnings (2026-02-25) | 0001857475-26-000014 |
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Oct 23, 2026 2d ago | 8-K | $13.55 | awaiting T+5 | — | $13.44 (−0.81%) |
Oct 22, 2026 3d ago | Insider Buy | $13.52 | awaiting T+5 | — | $13.44 (−0.59%) |
Oct 14, 2026 11d ago | Insider Buy | $13.41 $13.52 | ▲ +0.82% | ▲ +1.83% | $13.44 (+0.22%) |
Oct 14, 2026 11d ago | SC 13D/A | $13.41 $13.52 | ▲ +0.82% | ▲ +1.83% | $13.44 (+0.22%) |
Aug 10, 2026 11w ago | 8-K | $12.98 $12.93 | ▲ +0.39% | ▲ +0.34% | $13.44 (−3.54%) |
May 11, 2026 24w ago | 8-K | $15.21 $14.24 | ▲ +6.38% | ▲ +6.29% | $13.44 (+11.64%) |
Apr 7, 2026 28w ago | 8-K | $15.13 $14.93 | ▼ −1.32% | ▼ −4.84% | $13.44 (−11.17%) |
Feb 25, 2026 34w ago | 8-K | $15.56 $15.36 | ▼ −1.28% | ▼ −0.18% | $13.44 (−13.62%) |
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