Flowers Foods reports Q3 adjusted EPS 23c, consensus 23c

Reports Q3 revenue $1.23B, consensus $1.23B. “Flowers’ leading brands continue to demonstrate strong relative performance amid ongoing challenges in the bread category,” said Ryals McMullian, chairman and CEO of Flowers Foods (FLO). “Our proactive efforts to strategically align our portfolio with consumer demand are yielding positive results. By successfully targeting areas of opportunity with differentiated offerings of better-for-you and value-oriented products, we are driving growth even in segments of our category that are under pressure. To reflect greater certainty as we enter the fourth quarter, we are narrowing our 2025 financial outlook. Our commitment to innovation and focus on leveraging our strong portfolio of brands position us well to optimize current results while laying the groundwork for future growth. I am proud of our team’s strong execution as we advance our strategic initiatives to enhance long-term performance and deliver value to shareholders.”