Dole PLCQ2 EPS missed estimates and Fresh Fruit EBITDA fell on higher costs.

Dole plc reported second-quarter 2026 adjusted earnings per share of 46 cents, missing the Zacks Consensus Estimate of 50 cents and down 16.4% from 55 cents a year ago. Revenue increased 2.9% year over year to $2.5 billion but fell short of the $2.52 billion consensus. Fresh Fruit adjusted EBITDA declined 30.9% to $50.3 million, pressured by higher fruit sourcing, fuel, and shipping costs, while Diversified Fresh Produce – Americas & ROW saw adjusted EBITDA rise 33.8% to $20.6 million on strong volumes. The company maintained its full-year 2026 adjusted EBITDA guidance of approximately $400 million and completed the Ecuador port sale after quarter-end, generating expected net proceeds of about $95 million.
Dole PLCQ2 EPS missed estimates and Fresh Fruit EBITDA fell on higher costs.
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