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The Kraft Heinz Co's EPS (Basic) for the
three
months ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF0.53.
Its EPS (Basic) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF-3.99.
During the past 12 months, The Kraft Heinz Co's average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was -14.70% per year.
During the past 3 years, the average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was -2.20% per year.
During the past 5 years, the average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was -0.90% per year.
During the past 10 years, the average EPS without NRIGrowth Rate was -0.30% per year.
During the past 13 years, The Kraft Heinz Co's highest 3-Year average EPS without NRI Growth Rate was 26.30% per year. The lowest was -16.60% per year. And the median was -2.20% per year.
The Kraft Heinz Co (XSWX:KHC) Earnings per Share (Diluted) Explanation
Earnings Per Share (EPS) is the single most important variable used by Wall Street in determining the earnings power of a company. But investors need to be aware that Earnings per Share can be easily manipulated by adjusting depreciation and amortization rate or non-recurring items. That's why GuruFocus lists EPS without NRI, which better reflects the company's underlying performance.
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The Kraft Heinz Co Earnings per Share (Diluted) Related Terms
The Kraft Heinz Co Earnings per Share (Diluted) Historical Data
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The historical data trend for The Kraft Heinz Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) can be seen below:
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
The Kraft Heinz Co Earnings per Share (Diluted) Chart
XSWX:KHC vs GIS, HRL, MKC: Earnings per Share (Diluted) Comparison
For the Packaged Foods subindustry, The Kraft Heinz Co's PE Ratio, along with its competitors' market caps and PE Ratio data, can be viewed below:
* Competitive companies are chosen from companies within the same industry, with headquarter located in same country, with closest market capitalization; x-axis shows the market cap, and y-axis shows the term value; the bigger the dot, the larger the market cap. Note that "N/A" values will not show up in the chart.
The Kraft Heinz Co PE Ratio vs Consumer Packaged Goods Industry
For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry and Consumer Defensive sector, The Kraft Heinz Co's PE Ratio distribution charts can be found below:
* The bar in red indicates where The Kraft Heinz Co's PE Ratio falls into.
The Kraft Heinz Co Earnings per Share (Diluted) Calculation
Earnings Per Share (EPS) is the amount of earnings per outstanding share of the company's stock. In calculating earnings per share, the dividends of preferred stocks need to subtracted from the total net income first.
The Kraft Heinz Co's Earnings Per Share (Diluted) for the fiscal year that ended in Dec. 2025 is calculated as
Earnings per Share (Diluted) for the trailing twelve months (TTM) ended in Mar. 2026 adds up the quarterly data reported by the company within the most recent 12 months, which was CHF-3.99
* For Operating Data section: All numbers are indicated by the unit behind each term and all currency related amount are in USD. * For other sections: All numbers are in millions except for per share data, ratio, and percentage. All currency related amount are indicated in the company's associated stock exchange currency.
Companies also reported diluted shares in their financial reports. Diluted shares include the shares of convertibles or warrants outstanding.
What does a Earnings per Share (Diluted) of CHF-3.99 mean?
The Kraft Heinz Co (XSWX:KHC) has a Earnings per Share (Diluted) of CHF-3.99 as of Mar. 2026. Diluted EPS equals net earnings divided by average shares outstanding, including dilutive securities. View historical data on The Kraft Heinz Co and its competitors. According to the industry distribution chart, The Kraft Heinz Co ranks #979 out of 1529 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, placing it in the top 64%.
Is The Kraft Heinz Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) too high?
The Kraft Heinz Co's current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is CHF-3.99. Based on the distribution chart, The Kraft Heinz Co ranks #979 out of 1529 companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, which is below the industry midpoint. Overall, The Kraft Heinz Co has a GF Score™ of 59/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Kraft Heinz Co's Earnings per Share (Diluted) compare to GIS and HRL?
According to the Consumer Packaged Goods industry distribution chart, The Kraft Heinz Co ranks #979 out of 1529 companies for Earnings per Share (Diluted). This places The Kraft Heinz Co in the lower half of its industry. The industry median Earnings per Share (Diluted) is 7.30. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Earnings per Share (Diluted) for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
The median Earnings per Share (Diluted) among Consumer Packaged Goods companies is 7.30, based on 1,529 companies in the industry. Companies in the top quartile (top 25%) have a Earnings per Share (Diluted) significantly above this median, while those in the bottom quartile fall well below. However, Earnings per Share (Diluted) should not be evaluated in isolation — investors should consider it alongside profitability, growth, and financial strength metrics. Use the industry distribution chart on this page to see where any company falls relative to its peers.
What does a high Earnings per Share (Diluted) mean?
A high Earnings per Share (Diluted) can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Diluted EPS equals net earnings divided by average shares outstanding, including dilutive securities. View historical data on The Kraft Heinz Co and its competitors. For the Consumer Packaged Goods industry, the median Earnings per Share (Diluted) is 7.30 — values significantly above this may indicate overvaluation, while values below may suggest a bargain or underlying issues. The Kraft Heinz Co's current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is CHF-3.99. However, context matters — high-growth companies often justify higher valuations. Always evaluate alongside other metrics like GF Score™ and GF Value™.
Is The Kraft Heinz Co stock overvalued right now?
The Kraft Heinz Co (XSWX:KHC) has a current Earnings per Share (Diluted) of CHF-3.99. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF24.86, compared to a current price of CHF20.90 — trading 15.9% below its estimated fair value. The current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is CHF-3.99. The Kraft Heinz Co's overall GF Score™ is 59/100 with 5 warning signs to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Earnings per Share (Diluted) calculated?
Earnings per Share (Diluted) is calculated from a company's financial statements. For The Kraft Heinz Co (XSWX:KHC), the current Earnings per Share (Diluted) is CHF-3.99 as of Mar. 2026. GuruFocus calculates this using data sourced from SEC filings and annual reports. See the calculation section and 30-year financial data on this page for the full breakdown.
Is The Kraft Heinz Co (XSWX:KHC) Overvalued in 2026?
Based on GuruFocus' analysis, The Kraft Heinz Co stock appears to be undervalued.
The current stock price of CHF20.90 is trading 15.9% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF24.86.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:KHC:
Earnings per Share (Diluted): CHF-3.99
GF Value™: CHF24.86 vs. price of CHF20.90 (15.9% below fair value)
No single metric tells the full story. See the XSWX:KHC stock analysis page for a complete view including 30-year financials, guru trades, and insider activity.
In July 2015, Kraft merged with Heinz to create one of North America's largest food and beverage manufacturers. Beyond its namesake brands, its portfolio includes Oscar Mayer, Velveeta, and Philadelphia. While the retail channel drives around 85% of its total sales, the firm also maintains a growing foodservice presence. Outside North America, Kraft Heinz's global reach encompasses a distribution network in Europe and emerging markets, which accounts for around 25% of its consolidated sales base. The company's products are sold in more than 190 countries and territories.
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