DAR Darling Ingredients Inc.

Recent price action in Darling Ingredients (DAR) has drawn fresh attention, with the stock down 6% over the past week and 5% over the month, while still showing a 15% gain in the past 3 months. For Darling Ingredients, that recent pullback sits against a much stronger backdrop, with a 90-day share price return of 15.3% and a year-to-date share price gain of 62.8%. The 1-year total shareholder return of 90.9% points to momentum that has been building rather than fading as investors reassess...

The stocks in this article are all trading near their 52-week highs. This strength often reflects positive developments such as new product launches, favorable industry trends, or improved financial performance.

BG raises 2026 EPS guidance as stronger soybean and softseed processing offsets a lower Grain Merchandising and Milling outlook.

BG's oilseed gains and Viterra synergies support growth, but weak cash conversion, grain volatility and valuation raise execution risks.

POST's Foodservice strength lifts third-quarter 2026 results and could offset retail pressures as the company targets stable fiscal 2027 EBITDA.

EL partners with Profound to improve brand visibility and accuracy across generative AI platforms as beauty discovery evolves.

DAR is shifting its Food mix toward collagen, where stronger margins and rising global demand offer room to lift EBITDA with existing assets.

Primo Brands raises its 2026 sales growth outlook again as retail strength and direct-delivery gains support momentum despite cost pressures.

Keurig Dr Pepper's international sales rise 12.4% in Q2 as Mexico and Canada gain momentum, but cost pressures can constrain profit growth.

Mondelez's productivity and pricing lift Q2 gross margin, but cocoa cost phasing keeps pressure on year-to-date profit and EPS.

Wholesale inflation surges on oil gains as DAR, DOLE, COCO and CHEF emerge as four defensive consumer staples picks.

Stuewe disposed of $341,000 worth of DAR stock at $68.20 per share, retaining over 1.1 million shares directly.

SYY targets at least $500 million in AI-powered savings by fiscal 2029 to support higher growth and improve operating efficiency.

Ingredion's LATAM sales rise in Q2, but softer Mexico demand and currency effects hurt margins, with 2026 operating income expected to decline.

Hershey's salty snacks demand outpaces supply, with automation helping now and added capacity expected in 2027.

POST's cereal business remains under pressure, but premium brands and assortment changes are helping close the gap with the category.

KVUE's trusted brands, innovation and productivity initiatives support growth as it strengthens its consumer health portfolio and global reach.

Chefs' Warehouse targets 7%-10% annual revenue growth through 2030 as demand, customer penetration and cross-selling support momentum beyond 2026.

Here is how Chefs' Warehouse (CHEF) and Darling Ingredients (DAR) have performed compared to their sector so far this year.

Altria’s capex jump looks more like a strategic investment than a warning.

GIS' Brazil sale advances portfolio simplification, sharpening its focus on higher-growth businesses while supporting debt reduction.

MAMA tops Q2 estimates as revenues jump 55%, supported by branded-item ramps, broader customer penetration and the Bay Shore acquisition.

MED is shifting toward metabolic health with its 3.0 strategy, targeting broader growth, greater efficiency and a return to profitability.

COCO's Treats launch gains early traction as the company expands beyond coconut water with innovation-driven growth avenues.

A number of stocks fell in the afternoon session after national cattle shortages and volatile livestock prices squeezed operating margins and prompted outlook cuts across the food production industry.

CPB's Q4 earnings and sales miss estimates as inflation squeezes margins, while Snacks' weakness offsets gains in Meals & Beverages.

Ollie's Bargain beats Q2 earnings as tariff refunds lift margins, but soft comps prompt a lower sales outlook and a higher profit forecast.

Hershey's pricing drives organic sales growth, but steep volume declines and elasticity remain key tests as the company enters the second half.

Kraft Heinz bets on bigger, consumer-led innovations to revive volumes, with new launches showing early traction, but companywide volume/mix is still down 2.6%.

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MNST's energy drink momentum, product innovation and global expansion support growth, while pricing actions and valuation remain key watchpoints.

Darling Ingredients (DAR) stock is back in focus after recent trading left its year to date return at about 71% and its past 12 month total return near 89%, drawing attention to its current valuation. Over the past year, Darling Ingredients has seen momentum build, with a 30 day share price return of 9.72% and a year to date share price return of 70.88%, alongside a 1 year total shareholder return of 89.40% that contrasts with relatively modest 3 and 5 year total shareholder returns. Compare...

HRL beats third-quarter earnings estimates as margin expanded, but sales fall and miss expectations, prompting a lower fiscal 2026 revenue outlook.

General Mills removes certified colors from U.S. cereals while expanding protein, fiber and clean-label innovation to support future growth.

COCO, DAR, CNC, EXC and AMRX offer a defensive appeal as consumer confidence hits a 7-month low amid inflation and labor market concerns.

MED's Trilivy launch marks a major metabolic-health shift, backed by a 10-year roadmap and growing GLP-1 market focus.

SJM posts Q1 earnings beat as strong coffee sales, pricing actions and brand momentum drive higher profits and lift the fiscal 2027 outlook.

MNST trades above its 50- and 200-day SMAs as energy-drink growth, innovation and global momentum offset rising cost pressures.

General Mills revamps Blue Buffalo with innovation, fresh-food expansion and e-commerce moves as North America Pet sales remain under pressure.

The average of price targets set by Wall Street analysts indicates a potential upside of 28.6% in Darling (DAR). While the effectiveness of this highly sought-after metric is questionable, the positive trend in earnings estimate revisions might translate into an upside in the stock.

BUD is premiumizing its portfolio, expanding no-alcohol and Beyond Beer offerings, and scaling digital platforms to drive growth.

Here at Zacks, our focus is on the proven Zacks Rank system, which emphasizes earnings estimates and estimate revisions to find great stocks. Nevertheless, we are always paying attention to the latest value, growth, and momentum trends to underscore strong picks.

POST beats Q3 earnings estimates as Foodservice strengthened, but fiscal 2027 EBITDA is expected to remain generally flat.

POST's low valuation and Foodservice growth offer support, but weak retail volumes, inflation and financing costs temper the case.

Mondelez's biscuits and baked snacks grow 2.5% in Q2 as volume/mix, brand gains and share trends strengthen, with innovation offering more growth levers.

Darling, EnerSys and Dollar Tree have been highlighted in this Screen of The Week article.

After a strong 1 year run, Darling Ingredients now looks closer to fairly priced on market multiples, even though its valuation checks still lean supportive of the current share price. Darling Ingredients has returned 88.8% over the past year, which means anyone looking at the stock today is assessing it after a major move rather than at the start of one. The agreed sale of about US$150 million in production tax credits may support cash generation and capital flexibility. At the same time,...

KDP's fast-rising energy portfolio is nearing double-digit share as U.S. Coffee battles weaker sales, shipments and higher costs.

TAP leans on pricing, premiumization and price-pack changes to cushion volume declines as U.S. beer demand and shipments remain weak.

MKC's Flavor Solutions beats volume expectations in Q2, as Americas strength and innovation support momentum despite flat EMEA and Asia-Pacific sales.