Where is Mondelez International (MDLZ) Headed?

Mondelez International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDLZ) is one of the best sugar stocks to buy according to hedge funds. Mondelez International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDLZ) announced on February 17 that it would highlight its commitment to long-term value creation at the 2026 Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) Conference, supported by its portfolio of snack brands. It further stated that Mondelēz International will reaffirm its long-term growth algorithm of 3% to 5% organic net revenue growth, high-single-digit adjusted EPS growth, and more than $3 billion in free cash flow. Management reported that while unprecedented cocoa input cost inflation affected the 2025 performance, Mondelez International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDLZ) delivered solid top-line growth and strong free cash flow.

In a separate development, DA Davidson lifted the price target on Mondelez International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDLZ) to $64 from $62 on February 9 and maintained a Neutral rating on the shares. It told investors that spending to drive brand equity, along with channel expansion and distribution gains efforts, should ultimately yield sustained growth in a more normalized backdrop. However, the firm added that in the near term, inventory cost phasing and customer disruption in Europe will pressure the top and bottom line through the first half of 2026.

Mondelez International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDLZ) manufactures and markets packaged snack food and beverage products. Its offerings include chocolate, gum, beverages, candy, cheese, meals, and more. The company’s brand offerings include Oreo, Cadbury Dairy Milk, Ritz, LU, Milka, Toblerone chocolate, and others. Mondelez International, Inc. (NASDAQ:MDLZ) sells its products in more than 150 countries. Its segments include Latin America, AMEA, Europe, and North America.

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