Post Holdings remains a Strong Buy, driven by robust free cash flow, aggressive buybacks, and a resilient portfolio despite macro headwinds. POST's H1 '26 free cash flow rose to $270.3 million, with a projected FY26 FCF that could reach ~$698 million, for a P/FCF ratio near 5.6x. Management is prioritizing high-yield buybacks over debt repayment, recently authorizing an additional $600 million program after retiring ~15% of shares in H1.
POST is balancing selective pricing, cost savings and private-label strength to manage inflation and support profitability.
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POST sees cereal demand improving as category trends stabilize, supported by disciplined portfolio and promotional execution.
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POST's Foodservice business remains a key growth driver, supported by sticky customer relationships and value-added offerings.
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Post Holdings is rated a "Buy," with shares offering ~20% upside to a ~$115 fair value target. POST's aggressive buyback program has reduced share count by 15% this year, supporting double-digit free cash flow yield. Foodservice and refrigerated retail units show strong growth, offsetting structural declines in cereal and pet food segments.
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Post NYSE: POST Holdings executives said the company's diversified portfolio delivered second-quarter adjusted EBITDA above expectations, but management maintained its prior full-year adjusted EBITDA guidance because of new cost pressures tied to the conflict in the Middle East.