Equity Profile

KHC

The Kraft Heinz Company

Consumer StaplesPackaged Foods & Meats$26.8B

May6Wed

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026Pre-Market7:00 AM EDT

Kraft Heinz Beats on EPS, Stock Up 2.35%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.58	N/A	+15.54%
Revenue	N/A	N/A	N/A

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Kraft Heinz Beats on EPS, Stock Up 2.35%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$0.58	N/A	+15.54%
Revenue	N/A	N/A	N/A

Management Commentary

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What It Means

The Kraft Heinz Company reported a better-than-expected EPS, which led to a positive stock reaction, increasing by 2.35%. However, there was no revenue data available for comparison. Investors may view the EPS surprise as a sign of potential strength in the company's performance.

Company Snapshot

The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) is a major player in the consumer staples sector, focusing on packaged foods and meats. With a market cap of $27 billion, it produces well-known brands that are staples in many households, making it an important company in the food industry.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of a company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth indicates how well the company is expanding its sales, which is crucial for long-term success.

N/A

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Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+7.25%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.51%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Kraft Heinz reported an EPS of $0.67, beating estimates by 9.3%. However, revenue figures were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall performance.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on cost management to improve margins.
Continue to innovate with new product offerings.
Strengthen brand marketing efforts to boost sales.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Investors are cautiously optimistic ahead of the earnings report, especially given the company's history of beating EPS estimates. However, concerns remain about revenue growth and market competition.

Bull Case

If Kraft Heinz continues its trend of beating EPS estimates and shows strong revenue growth, it could lead to a positive market reaction and increased investor confidence.

Bear Case

On the other hand, if the company fails to meet revenue expectations or shows signs of declining margins, it could lead to a negative reaction from investors.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the revenue growth rate be this quarter?

Revenue growth is critical for assessing the company's ability to expand and compete in the market.

How will management address concerns about gross margins?

Margins are essential for profitability, and any decline could signal deeper issues within the company.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Kraft Heinz's ability to innovate and capture market share, especially with new product launches.

Supporting Evidence

The company has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational performance.

Options pricing suggests a higher expected move than historical averages, indicating potential for a positive surprise.

Recent consumer trends show increased demand for packaged foods, which could benefit Kraft Heinz.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds 5%, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Kraft Heinz can maintain its profitability while growing revenue in a competitive landscape.

Bull Confirmed If

A revenue growth rate of 5% or higher would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

If gross margins fall below 30%, it would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±3.52%

Historical Avg

±2.3%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a move of about 3.52%, suggesting that traders expect some volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±3.7% while KHC has averaged ±2.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

22.7%

Calls (792K)P/C Ratio: 0.49Puts (776K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Kraft Heinz beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 2.71%, confirming investor confidence in its growth strategy.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management's commentary is cautious, the stock may experience a muted reaction as investors weigh future growth prospects.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 1.56%, leading to increased skepticism about its growth trajectory.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·1 sell

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$1,001.00–$15,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-CAGilbert CisnerosRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on new product launches and their expected impact on sales.
2Any updates on cost management strategies and their effectiveness.
3Insights into consumer trends affecting demand for packaged foods.
4Management's outlook on competition and market positioning.
5Responses to questions about gross margin pressures.

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Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of a company's profitability and is closely watched by investors.

N/A

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth indicates how well the company is expanding its sales, which is crucial for long-term success.

N/A

1 more metrics, Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

100%

Avg EPS Surprise

+7.25%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.51%

Last Quarter Recap

In the last quarter, Kraft Heinz reported an EPS of $0.67, beating estimates by 9.3%. However, revenue figures were not disclosed, leaving some uncertainty about overall performance.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on cost management to improve margins.
Continue to innovate with new product offerings.
Strengthen brand marketing efforts to boost sales.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Bull Case

If Kraft Heinz continues its trend of beating EPS estimates and shows strong revenue growth, it could lead to a positive market reaction and increased investor confidence.

Bear Case

On the other hand, if the company fails to meet revenue expectations or shows signs of declining margins, it could lead to a negative reaction from investors.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What will the revenue growth rate be this quarter?

Revenue growth is critical for assessing the company's ability to expand and compete in the market.

How will management address concerns about gross margins?

Margins are essential for profitability, and any decline could signal deeper issues within the company.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may be underestimating Kraft Heinz's ability to innovate and capture market share, especially with new product launches.

Supporting Evidence

The company has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational performance.

Options pricing suggests a higher expected move than historical averages, indicating potential for a positive surprise.

Recent consumer trends show increased demand for packaged foods, which could benefit Kraft Heinz.

Key Risk

If revenue growth exceeds 5%, it could challenge the current bearish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

The market is debating whether Kraft Heinz can maintain its profitability while growing revenue in a competitive landscape.

Bull Confirmed If

A revenue growth rate of 5% or higher would confirm the bull case.

Bear Confirmed If

If gross margins fall below 30%, it would confirm the bear case.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±3.52%

Historical Avg

±2.3%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a move of about 3.52%, suggesting that traders expect some volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±3.7% while KHC has averaged ±2.3% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.5%

30d HV

22.7%

Calls (792K)P/C Ratio: 0.49Puts (776K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Kraft Heinz beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 2.71%, confirming investor confidence in its growth strategy.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations but management's commentary is cautious, the stock may experience a muted reaction as investors weigh future growth prospects.

Miss

If the company misses expectations, history suggests a potential decline of around 1.56%, leading to increased skepticism about its growth trajectory.

Preparation

Congressional Activity

House & Senate STOCK Act disclosures over the trailing 6 months.

Trades

0 buys·1 sell

Members

House only

Est. Notional

$1,001.00–$15,000.00

disclosed dollar ranges

Most Active Members

D-CAGilbert CisnerosRep.
1

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Details on new product launches and their expected impact on sales.
2Any updates on cost management strategies and their effectiveness.
3Insights into consumer trends affecting demand for packaged foods.
4Management's outlook on competition and market positioning.
5Responses to questions about gross margin pressures.