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Post Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: POST) Surpasses Earnings Expectations

  • Post Holdings reported earnings per share (EPS) of $2.09, beating the estimated $1.87 and marking a significant increase from the previous year.
  • The company generated revenue of approximately $2.25 billion, indicating an 11.8% increase year-over-year.
  • Financial metrics reveal a strong market position with a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of approximately 17.27 and a debt-to-equity ratio of roughly 1.98.

Post Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:POST) is a consumer packaged goods holding company that operates within the Zacks Food - Miscellaneous industry. The company recently reported its financial results for the quarter ending September 2025, showcasing its strong financial performance.

On November 20, 2025, Post Holdings reported earnings per share (EPS) of $2.09, surpassing the estimated $1.87. This represents a significant increase from the $1.53 EPS reported in the same quarter last year. The earnings surprise for this quarter was +8.85%, highlighting the company's ability to exceed Wall Street's expectations.

In terms of revenue, Post Holdings generated approximately $2.25 billion, slightly below estimates. However, this still marks an 11.8% increase compared to the same period last year. The company has surpassed consensus revenue estimates twice in the last four quarters, showcasing its consistent growth.

Post Holdings also reported an operating profit of $168.4 million and net earnings of $51 million for the fourth quarter. The Adjusted EBITDA for the quarter was $425.4 million. For the entire fiscal year, the company achieved net sales of $8.2 billion, an operating profit of $799.3 million, and net earnings of $335.7 million, with an Adjusted EBITDA of $1.54 billion.

The company's financial metrics indicate a strong market position. With a price-to-earnings (P/E) ratio of approximately 17.27 and a price-to-sales ratio of about 0.71, Post Holdings is valued favorably in the market. The enterprise value to sales ratio is around 1.60, and the enterprise value to operating cash flow ratio is approximately 14.01, reflecting the company's solid valuation. The debt-to-equity ratio is roughly 1.98, indicating financial leverage, while the current ratio of approximately 1.67 suggests the company's ability to cover short-term liabilities.