Equity Profile

MDLZ

Mondelez International, Inc.

Consumer StaplesPackaged Foods & Meats$81.1B

Jul28Tue

Pre-Earnings Brief

UpcomingQ2-2026After Close5:00 PM EDT

Company Snapshot

Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) is a global leader in the packaged foods industry, known for its popular snack brands like Oreo and Cadbury....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Expected to be around $0.67.

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and expand its market share, which is vital for long-term success.

Not available.

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MDLZ Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) is a global leader in the packaged foods industry, known for its popular snack brands like Oreo and Cadbury. As a major player in the consumer staples sector, Mondelez's performance is closely tied to consumer spending habits and trends in snacking.

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+7.58%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.12%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Mondelez reported an EPS of $0.67, exceeding expectations by nearly 10%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.95% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding product lines in high-growth snack categories.
Commitment to improving supply chain efficiency.
Plans to enhance marketing strategies to boost brand visibility.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautiously optimistic about Mondelez's upcoming earnings, especially following a strong performance last quarter.

Bull Case

If Mondelez continues to show strong EPS growth and effective cost management, it could lead to increased investor confidence and stock price appreciation.

Bear Case

Conversely, any signs of declining sales or increased costs could raise concerns about the company's ability to maintain profitability.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Expected to be around $0.67.

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Revenue Growth

Not available.

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and expand its market share, which is vital for long-term success.

Market Share in Snacks

Not available.

Understanding Mondelez's market share in the snacks category can provide insight into its competitive position and growth potential.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected EPS for Q2-2026?

This number will be crucial in determining whether Mondelez can maintain its positive earnings trend and meet investor expectations.

How is Mondelez addressing supply chain challenges?

Given the current economic environment, insights into supply chain strategies could impact future profitability and growth.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Mondelez's ability to leverage its strong brand portfolio to drive sales growth despite economic pressures.

Supporting Evidence

Mondelez has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational execution.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages suggest, indicating potential for a surprise.

Recent trends in snacking suggest a shift towards premium products, which Mondelez is well-positioned to capitalize on.

Key Risk

If Mondelez reports an EPS below $0.65, it could undermine the bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results are pivotal as they will indicate whether Mondelez can sustain its growth trajectory amidst market challenges.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.70 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and growth.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.65 could signal potential issues in profitability or sales.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±10.54%

Historical Avg

±1.2%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±10.5% while MDLZ has averaged ±1.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.2%

30d HV

20.7%

Calls (225K)P/C Ratio: 0.44Puts (81K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 9 of 27 (33%)

This setup has occurred 30 times across Consumer Staples in the last 2 years. 18 of 27 (67%) held or extended their move within 5 days — this setup typically holds direction. The average absolute 1-day move is 4.7%, with a raw directional average of +1.6% (modestly positive historical bias).

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Mondelez beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.19%, confirming the company's strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 2.25%, reflecting investor disappointment and concerns over future growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches in the snack category.
2Insights into cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Comments on consumer trends and preferences in the packaged foods market.
4Details on international market performance and growth opportunities.
5Management's outlook on supply chain stability and pricing strategies.

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Company Snapshot

Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) is a global leader in the packaged foods industry, known for its popular snack brands like Oreo and Cadbury....

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Expected to be around $0.67.

Revenue Growth

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and expand its market share, which is vital for long-term success.

Not available.

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

MDLZ Q2-2026 Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

88%

Avg EPS Surprise

+7.58%

Avg Stock Reaction

-0.12%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q1-2026, Mondelez reported an EPS of $0.67, exceeding expectations by nearly 10%. The stock reacted positively, gaining 1.95% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Focus on expanding product lines in high-growth snack categories.
Commitment to improving supply chain efficiency.
Plans to enhance marketing strategies to boost brand visibility.

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Overall, investors are cautiously optimistic about Mondelez's upcoming earnings, especially following a strong performance last quarter.

Bull Case

If Mondelez continues to show strong EPS growth and effective cost management, it could lead to increased investor confidence and stock price appreciation.

Bear Case

Conversely, any signs of declining sales or increased costs could raise concerns about the company's ability to maintain profitability.

Key Metrics to Watch

Earnings Per Share (EPS)

Expected to be around $0.67.

EPS is a key indicator of profitability and helps investors gauge the company's financial health.

Revenue Growth

Not available.

Revenue growth reflects the company's ability to increase sales and expand its market share, which is vital for long-term success.

Market Share in Snacks

Not available.

Understanding Mondelez's market share in the snacks category can provide insight into its competitive position and growth potential.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

What is the expected EPS for Q2-2026?

This number will be crucial in determining whether Mondelez can maintain its positive earnings trend and meet investor expectations.

How is Mondelez addressing supply chain challenges?

Given the current economic environment, insights into supply chain strategies could impact future profitability and growth.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The Street may underestimate Mondelez's ability to leverage its strong brand portfolio to drive sales growth despite economic pressures.

Supporting Evidence

Mondelez has consistently beaten EPS estimates, indicating strong operational execution.

The options market is pricing a larger move than historical averages suggest, indicating potential for a surprise.

Recent trends in snacking suggest a shift towards premium products, which Mondelez is well-positioned to capitalize on.

Key Risk

If Mondelez reports an EPS below $0.65, it could undermine the bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's results are pivotal as they will indicate whether Mondelez can sustain its growth trajectory amidst market challenges.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $0.70 or higher would confirm strong operational performance and growth.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $0.65 could signal potential issues in profitability or sales.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±10.54%

Historical Avg

±1.2%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a significant move, suggesting that investors expect volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±10.5% while MDLZ has averaged ±1.2% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.2%

30d HV

20.7%

Calls (225K)P/C Ratio: 0.44Puts (81K)

Edge

Historical Setup Match

Cross-company pattern from 30 similar setups.

Prior-quarter beat + options rich in Consumer Staples

n=30

Fade rate: 9 of 27 (33%)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Mondelez beats expectations, history suggests the stock could rise by around 0.19%, confirming the company's strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may see muted movement as investors await further guidance.

Miss

A miss could lead to a decline of about 2.25%, reflecting investor disappointment and concerns over future growth.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any updates on new product launches in the snack category.
2Insights into cost management strategies and their impact on margins.
3Comments on consumer trends and preferences in the packaged foods market.
4Details on international market performance and growth opportunities.
5Management's outlook on supply chain stability and pricing strategies.