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Retained earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. The Kraft Heinz Co's retained earnings for the quarter that ended in Mar. 2026 was CHF-3,016 Mil.
The Kraft Heinz Co's quarterly retained earnings
increased
from Sep. 2025 (CHF-4,203 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (CHF-3,689 Mil) and
increased
from Dec. 2025 (CHF-3,689 Mil) to Mar. 2026 (CHF-3,016 Mil).
The Kraft Heinz Co's annual retained earnings
increased
from Dec. 2023 (CHF1,182 Mil) to Dec. 2024 (CHF1,936 Mil) but then
declined
from Dec. 2024 (CHF1,936 Mil) to Dec. 2025 (CHF-3,689 Mil).
The Kraft Heinz Co (XSWX:KHC) Retained Earnings Explanation
Historically profitable companies sometimes have negative retained earnings. This is because they have cumulatively paid out more to shareholders than they reported in profits.
For example, in 2011, Microsoft had negative retained earnings. This does not mean the company lost more money than it made over the years. It just means it paid out more money than it earned.
If a company has negative retained earnings, investors should check the 10-year financial results. They should not assume that negative retained earnings prove a company has generally lost money in the past.
Of course, many companies with negative retained earnings have indeed lost money in the past.
Retained Earnings: Warren Buffett's Secret.
One of the most important indicators of durable competitive advantage. Net earnings can be paid out as dividends, used to buy back shares or retained for growth.
If the company loses more than it has accumulated, retained earnings is negative.
If a company isn't adding to its retained earnings, it isn't growing its net worth.
Rate of growth of retained earnings is good indicator whether it's benefiting from a competitive advantage.
Microsoft is negative because it chose to buyback stock and pay dividends.
The more earnings retained, the faster it grows and increases growth rate for future earnings.
The Kraft Heinz Co Retained Earnings Historical Data
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The historical data trend for The Kraft Heinz Co's Retained Earnings 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.
Retained Earnings is the accumulated portion of net income that is not distributed to shareholders. Because the net income was not distributed to shareholders, shareholders' equity is increased by the same amount.
Of course, if a company loses, it is called retained losses, or accumulated losses.
What does a Retained Earnings of CHF-3,016 Mil mean?
The Kraft Heinz Co (XSWX:KHC) has a Retained Earnings of CHF-3,016 Mil as of Mar. 2026. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on The Kraft Heinz Co and its competitors.
Is The Kraft Heinz Co's Retained Earnings too high?
The Kraft Heinz Co's current Retained Earnings is CHF-3,016 Mil. Overall, The Kraft Heinz Co has a GF Score™ of 63/100, reflecting its overall financial health beyond just this single metric.
How does The Kraft Heinz Co's Retained Earnings compare to GIS and HRL?
The Kraft Heinz Co's Retained Earnings of CHF-3,016 Mil can be compared against companies in the Consumer Packaged Goods industry. See the competitive comparison table and distribution chart on this page for a detailed peer-by-peer breakdown.
What is a good Retained Earnings for a Consumer Packaged Goods company?
A good Retained Earnings depends on the Consumer Packaged Goods industry context. However, Retained Earnings 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 Retained Earnings mean?
A high Retained Earnings can signal that a stock is expensive relative to its fundamentals. Retained earnings is the amount of net income not issued to shareholders. View historical data on The Kraft Heinz Co and its competitors. The Kraft Heinz Co's current Retained Earnings is CHF-3,016 Mil. 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 Retained Earnings of CHF-3,016 Mil. The stock's GF Value™ is CHF24.79, compared to a current price of CHF20.15 — trading 18.7% below its estimated fair value. The current Retained Earnings is CHF-3,016 Mil. The Kraft Heinz Co's overall GF Score™ is 63/100 with 1 warning sign to review. Investors should evaluate multiple metrics — including profitability, growth, and financial strength — before making a decision.
How is Retained Earnings calculated?
Retained Earnings is calculated from a company's financial statements. For The Kraft Heinz Co (XSWX:KHC), the current Retained Earnings is CHF-3,016 Mil 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 CHF20.15 is trading 18.7% below its estimated GF Value™ of CHF24.79.
Key valuation signals for XSWX:KHC:
Retained Earnings: CHF-3,016 Mil
GF Value™: CHF24.79 vs. price of CHF20.15 (18.7% 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.
63GF Score
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