Reynolds Reports Flat Q2 Sales but Margin Expansion Drives Earnings Beat

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Reynolds Consumer Products reported second-quarter 2026 revenue of $944 million, flat year on year but topping analyst estimates of $933.8 million, while adjusted earnings per share of $0.42 beat the consensus of $0.40 by 4%. The company's adjusted EBITDA reached $171 million, above the expected $168.5 million, and operating margin improved to 14.6% from 12.6% a year ago, driven by pricing actions and supply chain productivity gains. Management issued third-quarter revenue guidance of $931 million at the midpoint, exceeding the $916.2 million analyst forecast, and reiterated full-year adjusted EPS guidance of $1.60. CEO Scott Huckins highlighted significant manufacturing productivity and e-commerce momentum, particularly for Hefty Ultra Strong trash bags and food bags, while CFO Nathan Lowe noted that lean deployment and automation savings are funding reinvestment.

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