Earnings Surprises
Biggest EPS beats and misses, ranked by post-earnings price reaction. Free data, no paywall.
Ranked by EPS surprise % (highest first). Price reaction = day after report.
| # | Symbol | Company | Sector | Date | EPS Actual | EPS Est. | Surprise | Price Reaction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lincoln Educational Services Corporation | Consumer Defensive | May 11, 2026 | $0.14↑ Raised | $0.04 | +250% | +12.2% | |
The first quarter financial and operating results illustrate the substantial progress made towards achieving our objective of providing the best education and training for in-demand careers while generating consistent, increasing returns to our shareholders. | ||||||||
| 2 | Bunge Global S.A. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 29, 2026 | $1.83↑ Raised | $0.97 | +88.7% | +0.6% | |
Greg Heckman, Chief Executive Officer The Bunge team delivered a strong first quarter, executing with the discipline and speed that define this organization, while navigating one of the more rapidly changing market environments in recent years. | ||||||||
| 3 | The Chefs' Warehouse, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 29, 2026 | $0.40— Maintained | $0.23 | +73.9% | +20.8% | |
Christopher Pappas, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer First quarter 2026 business activity displayed typical seasonal cadence as revenue trends coming out of January increased steadily into February and March. | ||||||||
| 4 | Molson Coors Beverage Company | Consumer Defensive | Apr 30, 2026 | $0.62— Maintained | $0.36 | +72.2% | -0.6% | |
Rahul Goyal, President and Chief Executive Officer We delivered a solid start to the year while executing our strategy in a dynamic external environment with limited near-term visibility. | ||||||||
| 5 | Phoenix Education Partners, Inc | Consumer Defensive | Apr 7, 2026 | $0.58 | $0.34 | +70.6% | -2.3% | |
| 6 | Cal-Maine Foods, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 1, 2026 | $1.06 | $0.70 | +52.3% | -1.2% | |
| 7 | Darling Ingredients Inc. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 30, 2026 | $0.83 | $0.56 | +48.2% | +1.5% | |
| 8 | The Vita Coco Company, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 29, 2026 | $0.50↑ Raised | $0.34 | +47.1% | +27.8% | |
Martin Roper, Chief Executive Officer Our healthy first quarter shipment performance was driven by very strong branded retail growth in all our major markets, reflective of solid underlying consumer demand and favorable promotional timing differences. | ||||||||
| 9 | Fomento Económico Mexicano, S.A.B. de C.V. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 30, 2026 | $0.92 | $0.65 | +41.5% | +7.1% | |
| 10 | Celsius Holdings, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | May 7, 2026 | $0.41 | $0.29 | +41.4% | -1.6% | |
"The first quarter of 2026 was a defining period for Celsius Holdings as we delivered record first-quarter revenue of $783 million, underscoring the power of our brands and the strength of our growth model." | ||||||||
| 11 | The Andersons, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | May 5, 2026 | $0.98— Maintained | $0.70 | +40.0% | -14.1% | |
Our record first quarter includes outstanding results in Renewables and year-over-year improvement in Agribusiness. Ethanol margins were solid during the quarter on increased demand and higher gasoline prices. | ||||||||
| 12 | The Estée Lauder Companies Inc. | Consumer Defensive | May 1, 2026 | $0.91 | $0.66 | +37.9% | +6.0% | |
| 13 | Compañía Cervecerías Unidas S.A. | Consumer Defensive | May 6, 2026 | $0.33 | $0.25 | +30.2% | +5.7% | |
| 14 | Nomad Foods Limited | Consumer Defensive | May 7, 2026 | $0.27 | $0.21 | +28.6% | -6.8% | |
| 15 | Graham Holdings Company | Consumer Defensive | Apr 30, 2026 | $16.79 | $13.11 | +28.1% | -1.4% | |
| 16 | Spectrum Brands Holdings, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | May 7, 2026 | $1.25— Maintained | $1.04 | +20.2% | -4.2% | |
We are pleased with our results this quarter, where we returned to top-line growth for the first time since first quarter of fiscal 2025. Our key brands across Global Pet Care and Home & Garden continue to outperform the market driven by strong innovation and distribution gains. | ||||||||
| 17 | Embotelladora Andina S.A. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 28, 2026 | $0.71 | $0.60 | +19.8% | +1.3% | |
| 18 | Central Garden & Pet Company | Consumer Defensive | May 6, 2026 | $1.29— Maintained | $1.08 | +19.4% | +6.8% | |
We continued to build on our solid start to the year, ending the quarter with higher sales, expanded operating margins, and increased earnings per share versus last year, driven by consistent execution and improving performance across the organization. | ||||||||
| 19 | Stride, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 28, 2026 | $2.30— Maintained | $1.93 | +19.2% | -2.7% | |
| 20 | Kenvue Inc. | Consumer Defensive | May 7, 2026 | $0.32 | $0.27 | +18.5% | -0.5% | |
Our year is off to an encouraging start, as our continued efforts to strengthen the business and sharpen execution resulted in delivering net and organic sales growth for the second consecutive quarter, along with meaningful year-over-year improvement in gross margin, operating margin, and EPS. | ||||||||
| 21 | Inter Parfums, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | May 5, 2026 | $1.35— Maintained | $1.14 | +18.4% | +5.7% | |
Our United States and European based operations each delivered year-over-year growth despite mixed results across the portfolio, reflecting the strength of our business model, the appeal of our brands, and the disciplined execution of our strategy. | ||||||||
| 22 | The Kraft Heinz Company | Consumer Defensive | May 6, 2026 | $0.58— Maintained | $0.50 | +16.0% | +5.0% | |
Our first quarter results demonstrate steady progress, and I am encouraged by the early signs of momentum we’re building. | ||||||||
| 23 | The Hershey Company | Consumer Defensive | Apr 30, 2026 | $2.35— Maintained | $2.04 | +15.2% | -3.6% | |
Kirk Tanner, President and Chief Executive Officer We kicked off the year strong and are on track to hit our financial targets for 2026. Hershey’s and Reese's are key drivers, delivering first quarter non-seasonal retail sales lifts of 11% and 10%, respectively. | ||||||||
| 24 | Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 1, 2026 | $0.72 | $0.63 | +15.0% | -6.9% | |
| 25 | Tyson Foods, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | May 4, 2026 | $0.87— Maintained | $0.76 | +14.5% | +7.5% | |
We delivered strong results in the second quarter, with our Chicken and Prepared Foods segments driving meaningful momentum. Our disciplined balance sheet management, execution and diversified, multi-protein portfolio position us to capitalize on significant growth opportunities ahead. | ||||||||
The first quarter financial and operating results illustrate the substantial progress made towards achieving our objective of providing the best education and training for in-demand careers while generating consistent, increasing returns to our shareholders.
The Bunge team delivered a strong first quarter, executing with the discipline and speed that define this organization, while navigating one of the more rapidly changing market environments in recent years.
First quarter 2026 business activity displayed typical seasonal cadence as revenue trends coming out of January increased steadily into February and March.
We delivered a solid start to the year while executing our strategy in a dynamic external environment with limited near-term visibility.
Our healthy first quarter shipment performance was driven by very strong branded retail growth in all our major markets, reflective of solid underlying consumer demand and favorable promotional timing differences.
"The first quarter of 2026 was a defining period for Celsius Holdings as we delivered record first-quarter revenue of $783 million, underscoring the power of our brands and the strength of our growth model."
Our record first quarter includes outstanding results in Renewables and year-over-year improvement in Agribusiness. Ethanol margins were solid during the quarter on increased demand and higher gasoline prices.
We are pleased with our results this quarter, where we returned to top-line growth for the first time since first quarter of fiscal 2025. Our key brands across Global Pet Care and Home & Garden continue to outperform the market driven by strong innovation and distribution gains.
We continued to build on our solid start to the year, ending the quarter with higher sales, expanded operating margins, and increased earnings per share versus last year, driven by consistent execution and improving performance across the organization.
Our year is off to an encouraging start, as our continued efforts to strengthen the business and sharpen execution resulted in delivering net and organic sales growth for the second consecutive quarter, along with meaningful year-over-year improvement in gross margin, operating margin, and EPS.
Our United States and European based operations each delivered year-over-year growth despite mixed results across the portfolio, reflecting the strength of our business model, the appeal of our brands, and the disciplined execution of our strategy.
Our first quarter results demonstrate steady progress, and I am encouraged by the early signs of momentum we’re building.
We kicked off the year strong and are on track to hit our financial targets for 2026. Hershey’s and Reese's are key drivers, delivering first quarter non-seasonal retail sales lifts of 11% and 10%, respectively.
We delivered strong results in the second quarter, with our Chicken and Prepared Foods segments driving meaningful momentum. Our disciplined balance sheet management, execution and diversified, multi-protein portfolio position us to capitalize on significant growth opportunities ahead.
Ranked by EPS miss % (worst first). Price reaction = day after report.
| # | Symbol | Company | Sector | Date | EPS Actual | EPS Est. | Surprise | Price Reaction |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adecoagro S.A. | Consumer Defensive | May 11, 2026 | -$0.24 | $0.25 | -197% | -0.5% | |
| 2 | Freshpet, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | May 6, 2026 | $0.04~ Mixed | $0.25 | -83.9% | -7.2% | |
We are encouraged by our strong start to 2026, delivering first quarter sales growth in excess of our 2026 guidance and reinforcing our confidence in Freshpet's long-term growth opportunity. | ||||||||
| 3 | BellRing Brands, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | May 5, 2026 | $0.14↓ Lowered | $0.31 | -54.8% | -36.1% | |
We are disappointed in our second quarter results. Heightened consumer price sensitivity together with a sustained promotional environment adversely impacted our sales mix. | ||||||||
| 4 | Pilgrim's Pride Corporation | Consumer Defensive | Apr 29, 2026 | $0.51 | $0.69 | -26.1% | +0.7% | |
Fabio Sandri, President and CEO "Our investments in Mexico will drive growth and diversification through more value-added offerings and expanded geographic presence in the live commodity market," said Sandri. | ||||||||
| 5 | The Boston Beer Company, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 30, 2026 | $1.64↓ Lowered | $1.96 | -16.3% | -9.4% | |
Jim Koch, Chairman, Founder and CEO We were encouraged by early signs of improvement in the total beer category in the first quarter. | ||||||||
| 6 | Coca-Cola FEMSA, S.A.B. de C.V. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 29, 2026 | $1.18 | $1.41 | -16.3% | +0.5% | |
| 7 | Dole plc | Consumer Defensive | May 11, 2026 | $0.33— Maintained | $0.36 | -8.3% | -3.2% | |
We are pleased with our solid start to the year. Robust consumer demand in our key markets is driving revenue growth and contributing to positive momentum across the Group. | ||||||||
| 8 | The Marzetti Company | Consumer Defensive | May 4, 2026 | $1.47— Maintained | $1.57 | -6.4% | -4.6% | |
We were pleased to report record-high gross profit in the quarter despite the decline in net sales. In our Retail segment, our category-leading frozen bread brands performed well as sales of our New York Bakery TM f | ||||||||
| 9 | Strategic Education, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 23, 2026 | $1.42 | $1.51 | -6.0% | -12.1% | |
| 10 | US Foods Holding Corp. | Consumer Defensive | May 7, 2026 | $0.78— Maintained | $0.82 | -4.9% | -8.3% | |
During the first quarter, we accelerated year-over-year independent restaurant case growth, gained share with our target customer types and delivered 15% Adjusted Diluted EPS growth despite a deteriorating macro environment and weather-related disruptions. | ||||||||
| 11 | Primo Brands Corporation | Consumer Defensive | May 7, 2026 | $0.23↑ Raised | $0.24 | -4.2% | +17.3% | |
We delivered a strong start to 2026, with momentum building across the business. First quarter top-line results exceeded our expectations, driven by robust growth in Retail channels led by our premium brands and continued improvement in Direct Delivery. | ||||||||
| 12 | Ingredion Incorporated | Consumer Defensive | May 5, 2026 | $2.34 | $2.44 | -4.1% | -0.5% | |
| 13 | Conagra Brands, Inc. | Consumer Defensive | Apr 1, 2026 | $0.39 | $0.40 | -2.5% | 0.0% | |
| 14 | JBS N.V. | Consumer Defensive | May 12, 2026 | $0.20 | $0.20 | -2.1% | -5.8% | |
We are encouraged by our strong start to 2026, delivering first quarter sales growth in excess of our 2026 guidance and reinforcing our confidence in Freshpet's long-term growth opportunity.
We are disappointed in our second quarter results. Heightened consumer price sensitivity together with a sustained promotional environment adversely impacted our sales mix.
"Our investments in Mexico will drive growth and diversification through more value-added offerings and expanded geographic presence in the live commodity market," said Sandri.
We were encouraged by early signs of improvement in the total beer category in the first quarter.
We are pleased with our solid start to the year. Robust consumer demand in our key markets is driving revenue growth and contributing to positive momentum across the Group.
We were pleased to report record-high gross profit in the quarter despite the decline in net sales. In our Retail segment, our category-leading frozen bread brands performed well as sales of our New York Bakery TM f
During the first quarter, we accelerated year-over-year independent restaurant case growth, gained share with our target customer types and delivered 15% Adjusted Diluted EPS growth despite a deteriorating macro environment and weather-related disruptions.
We delivered a strong start to 2026, with momentum building across the business. First quarter top-line results exceeded our expectations, driven by robust growth in Retail channels led by our premium brands and continued improvement in Direct Delivery.