Dole plc Reports Q1 Revenue Growth, Profitability Decline, and Progress on Port Sale

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Dole plc reported an 11.6% increase in Q1 2026 revenue to $2.34 billion, but net income attributable to Dole plc decreased by 19.6% to $31.3 million, and Adjusted EBITDA declined by 4.3%. The company also confirmed regulatory approval for its $75 million Ecuadorian Port Business sale.

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• Q1 2026 Revenue Growth

  Net revenue increased by 11.6% to $2.34 billion, compared to $2.10 billion in Q1 2025.

• Profitability Decline

  Net income attributable to Dole plc decreased by 19.6% to $31.3 million, and Adjusted EBITDA declined by 4.3% to $100.3 million, despite revenue growth.

• Improved Operating Cash Flow

  Net cash used in operating activities improved significantly to a $22.5 million outflow in Q1 2026, compared to a $78.8 million outflow in Q1 2025.

• Ecuadorian Port Sale Progress

  Regulatory approval was received in April 2026 for the $75 million sale of the Ecuadorian Port Business, with closing expected in Q2 2026.

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While Dole plc achieved strong revenue growth in Q1 2026, its profitability metrics, including net income and Adjusted EBITDA, declined year-over-year. This indicates margin pressures despite increased sales. The significant improvement in operating cash flow is a positive development, and the progress on the $75 million port sale transaction provides a future liquidity boost. This report follows the previous 10-K which highlighted a substantial drop in fiscal year 2025 net income and goodwill impairment risk, suggesting continued challenges in translating revenue growth into profit.