Darling Ingredients Inc. (DAR) has announced a shift towards operational discipline and cash-flow optimization during its Q1 2026 earnings call, moving away from aggressive expansion. The company reported $151.2 million in adjusted EBITDA from Diamond Green Diesel, up from $6 million the previous year, marking a significant improvement in its renewable fuels segment.
Darling is now focusing on disciplined capital allocation and has begun a strategic divestment, including the sale of its grease trap environmental service assets. The company also generated $45 million from Production Tax Credits to enhance liquidity and support debt reduction efforts. Darling’s stock has surged by 85.8% over the past year, significantly outperforming the industry average decline of 24.6%.
For the current fiscal year, Darling anticipates a 12.3% increase in sales and a remarkable 588.2% growth in earnings per share, indicating a robust projected financial performance.
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