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Post Holdings, Inc. – 10-Q Summary (Quarter Ended June 30, 2026)

Business Context and Reporting Period

This is an unaudited quarterly report (Form 10-Q) for Post Holdings, Inc., a consumer packaged goods holding company, for the three and nine months ended June 30, 2026. The company operates through four segments: Post Consumer Brands, Foodservice, Refrigerated Retail, and Weetabix. The reporting period includes the full impact of the 8th Avenue acquisition (completed July 2025) and the divestiture of the Pasta Business (completed December 2025) and Crystal Farms Business (completed May 2026).

Key Financial Metrics

Material Changes vs. Prior Period

• Revenue: Net sales decreased 2% ($36.3M) in the quarter compared to the prior year, driven by declines in Refrigerated Retail, Foodservice, and Weetabix, partially offset by growth in Post Consumer Brands. For the nine-month period, sales increased 4% ($254.4M).
• Profitability: Operating profit decreased 19% ($45.3M) in the quarter due to lower segment profits in Foodservice and Refrigerated Retail and higher corporate expenses. However, nine-month operating profit increased 1% ($8.7M).
• Net Earnings: Net earnings dropped 42% ($45.4M) in the quarter and 15% ($42.6M) for the nine months, primarily due to higher interest expense and one-time losses on divestitures.
• Interest Expense: Net interest expense increased 22% in both the quarter and nine-month periods due to higher average debt balances and interest rates (weighted average rate of 5.5% vs. 5.3% prior year).
• Divestitures & Restructuring: The company recorded a $15.0M loss on amounts held for sale related to the Crystal Farms Business and a $4.9M net loss on the sale of the Pasta Business. Conversely, a $21.6M gain was recognized on the sale of the Sparks Facility.

Guidance, Outlook, and Risks

Management Commentary: Management highlighted that the 8th Avenue acquisition drove significant volume in the Post Consumer Brands segment, particularly in nut butters. However, the Foodservice and Refrigerated Retail segments faced headwinds from the normalization of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) pricing and lower volumes. The company continues to manage input cost pressures from inflation, tariffs, and geopolitical conflicts (specifically Iran impacting energy costs).

Liquidity & Capital: The company issued $1.3B in 6.50% senior notes and $600M in 6.250% senior notes during the period, using proceeds to redeem $1.235B of 5.50% notes and repay the Revolving Credit Facility. The company repurchased $917.4M of its own stock over the nine-month period. As of June 30, 2026, the Revolving Credit Facility had no outstanding borrowings and $976.8M in available capacity.

Risks & Contingencies:

• Supply Chain & Inputs: Ongoing volatility in raw material costs, energy prices, and freight due to geopolitical tensions and tariffs.
• HPAI: Continued risk of avian influenza outbreaks impacting egg supply and pricing in Foodservice and Refrigerated Retail segments.
• Debt Service: High leverage and interest rate exposure; the company is subject to a secured net leverage ratio covenant (not to exceed 4.25:1.00), which it currently meets.

Investor Verification Checklist

• Debt Refinancing Impact: Verify the long-term interest cost implications of the new 6.50% and 6.250% notes replacing lower-rate debt.
• Divestiture Adjustments: Confirm the recurring nature of earnings excluding the one-time losses on Crystal Farms and Pasta Business sales versus the gain on the Sparks Facility.
• 8th Avenue Integration: Assess the sustainability of the 8th Avenue sales growth (nut butters) versus the decline in legacy pet food volumes.
• HPAI Exposure: Monitor the trajectory of egg pricing and volumes in the Foodservice and Refrigerated Retail segments as HPAI pricing normalizes.
• Cash Flow vs. Earnings: Reconcile the strong operating cash flow ($691.3M for 9 months) against the decline in net earnings, noting the impact of non-cash items and working capital fluctuations.