Darling Ingredients Inc. DAR
- Market cap
- $9.7B
- P/E
- 16.3×
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Target Price Range
Analyst price targets
Free account| 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 | 2027 | 2028 | |
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| 7.78 | 11.51 | 16.36 | 18.20 | 10.25 | 56.16 | 55.71 | 38.97 | 32.55 | 26.00 |
Analyst estimates 2026–2028 Powerpack |
Low Price
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| 15.93 | 18.65 | 22.38 | 28.29 | 59.00 | 85.98 | 87.59 | 71.60 | 51.12 | 42.15 |
High Price
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| 10,000 | 9,800 | 9,800 | 10,100 | 10,000 | 9,900 | 14,600 | 15,800 | 15,500 | 15,000 |
Employees
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| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Revenue/Emp
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| 3,392 | 3,662 | 3,388 | 3,364 | 3,572 | 4,741 | 6,532 | 6,788 | 5,715 | 6,136 |
Revenue
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| 22.31% | 21.48% | 21.88% | 23.03% | 24.72% | 26.19% | 23.42% | 24.23% | 22.36% | 24.01% |
Gross Margin
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| 123 | 64 | 118 | 380 | 354 | 821 | 894 | 720 | 248 | 61 |
EBT
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| 3.61% | 1.75% | 3.48% | 11.31% | 9.90% | 17.32% | 13.68% | 10.61% | 4.33% | 0.99% |
EBT Margin
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| 107 | 133 | 106 | 321 | 300 | 657 | 747 | 660 | 286 | 70 |
Net Income
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| 301 | 311 | 329 | 331 | 356 | 320 | 400 | 508 | 509 | 514 |
Depreciation
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| 20.61 | 22.23 | 20.56 | 20.43 | 21.97 | 29.19 | 40.57 | 42.46 | 35.83 | 38.72 |
Revenue/Sh
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| 0.62 | 0.78 | 0.62 | 1.90 | 1.83 | 4.01 | 4.58 | 4.05 | 1.75 | 0.40 |
Earnings/Sh
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| 2.38 | 2.49 | 2.42 | 2.20 | 3.84 | 4.34 | 5.05 | 5.63 | 5.26 | 6.69 |
Cash Flow/Sh
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| (1.43) | (1.61) | (1.84) | (2.07) | (1.71) | (1.66) | (2.35) | (3.41) | (1.95) | (2.32) |
Capex/Sh
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| 0.94 | 0.88 | 0.58 | 0.13 | 2.14 | 2.68 | 2.71 | 2.22 | 3.31 | 4.36 |
Free CF/Sh
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| 12.61 | 14.13 | 14.17 | 16.06 | 18.17 | 20.61 | 24.20 | 29.36 | 27.99 | 30.35 |
Book Value/Sh
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| 165 | 165 | 165 | 165 | 163 | 162 | 161 | 160 | 160 | 158 |
Shares
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| 21.97 | 23.18 | 31.03 | 14.70 | 31.69 | 17.28 | 13.35 | 12.46 | 19.25 | 90.00 |
PE Ratio
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| 0.65 | 0.82 | 0.94 | 1.37 | 2.63 | 2.37 | 1.50 | 1.19 | 0.94 | 0.93 |
PS Ratio
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| 1.06 | 1.30 | 1.36 | 1.75 | 3.17 | 3.36 | 2.52 | 1.72 | 1.20 | 1.19 |
PB Ratio
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| 1.13 | 1.26 | 1.40 | 1.84 | 3.02 | 2.67 | 2.00 | 1.82 | 1.63 | 1.55 |
EV/Sales
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| 24.82 | 32.03 | 49.33 | 290.26 | 31.10 | 29.09 | 30.01 | 34.89 | 17.61 | 13.79 |
EV/FCF
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| 391 | 410 | 399 | 363 | 625 | 704 | 814 | 899 | 839 | 1,060 |
Op' Cash Flow
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| (236) | (266) | (303) | (341) | (277) | (269) | (378) | (545) | (311) | (368) |
Capex
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| 155 | 144 | 96 | 21 | 347 | 435 | 436 | 355 | 528 | 691 |
FCF
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| 441 | 397 | 357 | 229 | 312 | 336 | 570 | 858 | 396 | 519 |
Working Cap'
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| 1,751 | 1,714 | 1,674 | 1,649 | 1,508 | 1,463 | 3,385 | 4,427 | 4,042 | 3,937 |
Total Debt
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| 1,636 | 1,607 | 1,567 | 1,576 | 1,426 | 1,394 | 3,257 | 4,300 | 3,928 | 3,832 |
Net Debt
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| 2,076 | 2,328 | 2,336 | 2,643 | 2,954 | 3,348 | 3,896 | 4,694 | 4,464 | 4,810 |
Sh' Equity
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| 2.16% | 2.66% | 2.06% | 6.11% | 5.42% | 11.08% | 9.62% | 6.39% | 2.64% | 0.62% |
ROA
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| 2.61% | 2.69% | 4.08% | 7.05% | 6.15% | 11.66% | 8.99% | 6.60% | 3.49% | 1.98% |
ROIC
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| 5.05% | 5.83% | 4.35% | 12.56% | 10.61% | 20.66% | 20.37% | 15.08% | 6.09% | 1.35% |
ROE
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Darling Ingredients Inc. peers in Packaged Foods
| Company | Market cap | P/E | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| HRL Hormel Foods Corporation | $11.0B | 31.3× | Compare |
| MICC The Magnum Ice Cream Company N.V. | $11.8B | — | Compare |
| JBS JBS N.V. | $12.2B | 11.3× | Compare |
| SFD Smithfield Foods, Inc. | $7.5B | 7.1× | Compare |
| Company | Market cap | P/E | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|
| MKC McCormick & Company, Incorporated | $12.9B | 8.0× | Compare |
| SJM The J. M. Smucker Company | $13.1B | 56.3× | Compare |
| CAG Conagra Brands | $7.0B | 0.0× | Compare |
| PPC Pilgrim's Pride Corporation | $6.5B | 12.1× | Compare |
Darling Ingredients Inc. (DAR) key facts
- Darling Ingredients Inc. (DAR) is a Packaged Foods company in the Consumer Defensive sector, listed on the New York Stock Exchange.
- Darling Ingredients Inc.’s revenue for fiscal 2025 (year ended December 2025) was $6.1 billion, up 7.36% from fiscal 2024.
- Net income was $70.4 million, or $0.40 per share (basic), a net margin of 1.02%.
- As of September 25, 2026, DAR traded at $61.29, a market capitalization of $9.7 billion.
- At that price the stock trades at 16.3× trailing-twelve-month earnings and 1.5× sales.
- Return on equity was 1.35% and debt-to-equity 0.74.
Darling Ingredients Inc. (DAR) Latest News
21 Sep
Darling Ingredients (DAR) is singled out as the 'One Stock to Watch' in a broader piece that also flags two names to sell. The company converts animal by‑products and waste into ingredients for food, feed, fuel and industrial uses, and shows stronger fundamentals: operating margin up 9.5 percentage points year over year, free cash flow margin up 3.8 points, and a 16.1% return on capital. DAR trades around $65.15 and about 10x forward P/E, in line with a view that its business model offers competitive advantages. The article points readers to a free, in-depth research report and suggests DAR could benefit from improved efficiency and potential shareholder returns, even as other stocks in the piece face headwinds. Margin expansion, stronger FCF, and 16.1% ROIC at a 10x forward P/E suggest potential upside, but no transformative change is described.
16 Sep
Darling Ingredients evaluates strategies to expand collagen operations and increase earnings contribution from the segment. Collagen segment growth efforts may moderately influence earnings trajectory without fundamentally shifting overall company direction.
11 Sep
PRMB raised its 2026 sales outlook, prompting questions over whether Darling Ingredients Inc. (DAR) can sustain the associated growth trajectory. Raised outlook signals improved near-term revenue visibility while sustainability doubts cap broader strategic or valuation shifts.
4 Sep
Darling Ingredients Inc. beat Q2 earnings estimates driven by retail expansion and Bay Shore gains. Q2 earnings beat combined with retail expansion points to moderately positive effects on financial results and near-term sentiment.
1 Sep
Darling Ingredients Inc. is positioned as a value stock with competitive advantages, while two unnamed companies face operational and market challenges that could hinder their performance. Highlighting competitive advantages for DAR suggests moderate positive effects on its market positioning without indicating transformative changes.
29 Aug
Darling Ingredients stock moved on quarterly results that showed revenue growth from fats and oils segments, with management noting steady demand and margin pressure from feedstock costs. Quarterly results can moderately shift near-term sentiment and guidance outlook without fundamentally changing long-term trajectory.
20 Aug
Renewable fuel policies may sustain Darling Ingredients' DGD earnings through 2027 amid ongoing regulatory support for renewable diesel. Policy outcomes directly determine DGD segment profitability and long-term revenue trajectory for DAR.
Darling Ingredients (DAR) is well-positioned for significant margin expansion. Margin expansion outlook signals major profitability gains and improved competitive standing for DAR.
Darling Ingredients Inc. (DAR) posts surging earnings but confronts rising cost pressures and capacity constraints that question its buy rating. Mixed earnings gains versus operational risks point to moderate effects on future trajectory without fundamental shifts.
Darling Ingredients (DAR) posted a 12.8% weekly stock rally with core earnings strengthening, raising questions on whether gains can persist. Strengthening core earnings and recent rally point to moderate effects on financial outlook and investor views.
16 Aug
Darling Ingredients boosts share buyback authorization to US$1 billion while posting margin gains offset by revenue pressure. Buyback increase and margin gains can support valuation but revenue pressure limits upside.
15 Aug
Darling Ingredients (DAR) draws renewed investor focus amid strategic expansions in sustainable ingredients and recent performance gains that lift market visibility. Strategic expansions may moderately influence financial performance and positioning without fundamentally altering long-term trajectory.
14 Aug
Darling Ingredients has two supporting factors for investor attention and one cautionary element affecting its operations and market outlook. Mixed signals point to moderate effects on financial performance and investor views without fundamentally shifting company trajectory.
12 Aug
ADM lifted its 2026 EPS guidance on biofuel strength while questioning whether that momentum can continue. ADM biofuel outlook signals sector tailwinds that may lift Darling Ingredients renewable diesel results.
11 Aug
Darling Ingredients Inc. announced an agreement to sell approximately $150 million in production tax credits. Agreement generates $150 million cash inflow that improves liquidity but does not alter core operations or long-term trajectory.
8 Aug
Darling Ingredients launches a $1 billion share buyback yet its stock is projected to remain undervalued with limited price appreciation expected. The $1 billion buyback returns capital to shareholders but fails to resolve core valuation discounts or alter long-term trajectory for Darling Ingredients.
7 Aug
Darling Ingredients Inc. (DAR) beat Q3 earnings estimates driven by strength in foodservice operations. Positive Q3 earnings beat signals improved near-term financial performance without indicating major strategic or competitive shifts.
5 Aug
Darling Ingredients' board authorizes a $1 billion share repurchase program. A $1 billion share repurchase authorization constitutes a major capital return initiative that can boost earnings per share and lift investor sentiment.
3 Aug
Darling Ingredients Inc. (DAR) earnings estimates are surging and signal potential stock upside. Rising earnings estimates may lift near-term investor sentiment and share price but do not alter core operations or long-term trajectory.
31 Jul
Darling Ingredients achieved Q2 margin expansion and collagen growth that drove results. Q2 margin gains and collagen growth improve profitability and segment performance at Darling Ingredients.
Darling Ingredients beat Q2 earnings expectations on DGD strength but missed sales targets. Mixed Q2 results with earnings beat offset by sales miss point to moderate near-term effects on performance and sentiment.
Darling Ingredients Q2 earnings call highlights financial results, revenue, earnings metrics, operational updates and forward guidance for the company. Q2 earnings and guidance directly inform near-term financial expectations and investor views on performance.
30 Jul
Darling Ingredients Inc. reported its second quarter 2026 results. Quarterly earnings releases deliver core financial data that can shift investor views and company trajectory.
Darling Ingredients Inc. (DAR) held its Q2 2026 earnings call to review financial results, operations and outlook. Earnings call supplies quarterly metrics and guidance that can shift near-term investor views without guaranteeing major strategic change.
Darling Ingredients Inc. reported a Q2 EPS surge and completed its buyback program, prompting questions on whether investors should take action on DAR shares. Q2 EPS surge and completed buyback signal positive financial moves with moderate influence on near-term performance but no fundamental trajectory shift.
Darling Ingredients Inc. discussed Q2 2026 financial results, segment performance, and outlook during its earnings call. Quarterly earnings updates deliver financial metrics that moderately shift near-term valuation and sentiment.
Darling Ingredients Inc. reported Q2 earnings with analysis of key metrics. Q2 earnings and metrics provide moderate insight into financial performance and near-term outlook.
Darling Ingredients exceeded Q2 CY2026 expectations. Quarterly earnings beat provides moderate positive signal on financial results without indicating major strategic shifts.
Darling Ingredients Inc. (DAR) reported second-quarter earnings that surpassed analyst estimates. Quarterly earnings beat provides moderate positive signal on financial results but does not alter long-term trajectory.
27 Jul
Darling Ingredients Inc. gains from rising collagen demand and favorable renewable fuel policies. Collagen expansion and renewable fuel policy support drive major gains in Darling Ingredients revenue and positioning.