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Quarterly ResultAug 3, 2026, 07:42 AM

Tyson Foods Q3 GAAP EPS $0.52, Operating Income Up 39%

AI Summary

Tyson Foods reported strong third-quarter 2026 results, with GAAP operating income increasing 39% to $362 million and GAAP EPS rising to $0.52. Adjusted operating income grew 8% to $547 million, driven by continued strength in its Chicken and Prepared Foods segments. For fiscal year 2026, the company anticipates sales to increase by 2.5% to 3.5% and adjusted operating income to be between $2.1 billion and $2.3 billion, with free cash flow projected at $1.3 billion to $1.7 billion.

Key Highlights

  • Q3 2026 GAAP EPS increased to $0.52, up from $0.17 in prior year.
  • Q3 2026 GAAP Operating Income rose 39% to $362 million.
  • Q3 2026 Adjusted Operating Income grew 8% to $547 million.
  • Chicken segment Q3 adjusted operating income was $488 million, up from $448 million.
  • Prepared Foods segment Q3 adjusted operating income was $321 million.
  • Fiscal 2026 sales are projected to increase 2.5% to 3.5% from prior year.
  • Fiscal 2026 adjusted operating income is expected to be $2.1 billion to $2.3 billion.
  • Fiscal 2026 free cash flow is anticipated to be $1.3 billion to $1.7 billion.