Avery Dennison Q4 EPS $2.45 Beats, Sales $2.27B Misses; Q1 EPS Guidance $2.40–$2.46
Avery Dennison delivered adjusted EPS of $2.45 in fourth-quarter 2025, beating consensus by $0.05 and rising 2.9% year-over-year, while sales climbed 3.9% to $2.27 billion but fell short of estimates. The company forecasts first-quarter 2026 adjusted EPS of $2.40 to $2.46 per share.
1. Fourth-Quarter Results
Avery Dennison reported adjusted earnings of $2.45 per share for the quarter ended December 31, 2025, representing a 2.9% increase from the prior year and surpassing the consensus estimate by $0.05. Net sales rose 3.9% to $2.27 billion, driven by strength in labeling and packaging solutions, though this figure narrowly missed analyst projections.
2. First-Quarter 2026 Guidance
Management issued guidance for first-quarter 2026 adjusted EPS in a range of $2.40 to $2.46, reflecting expectations for continued demand in key end markets and stable pricing trends. This outlook incorporates anticipated volume growth in retail branding and sustainability-driven packaging initiatives.