Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) Factsheet
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Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) Stock Analysis
Analysis from 10-Q filed 2026-10-29. Data as of Q3 2026.
Overall Grade: F (Concerning)
Grade F (Concerning). ROIC 8.7%. FCF margin 9.2%. D/E 0.8x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
| Metric | Value | Context |
|---|---|---|
| ROIC | 8.7% | Near cost of capital |
| FCF Margin | 9.2% | Healthy cash flow |
| Debt/Equity | 0.8x | Moderate leverage |
ROIC 8.7% — Top 50% of sector peers. FCF margin 9.2% — Top 50%.
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Profitability: Mondelez International, Inc. earns 8.7% ROIC, Top 50% in Consumer Staples
ROIC TTM 8.7%, sector median 6.2%, Top 50%. DuPont: NOPAT margin 10.4% × asset turnover 0.6x. Gross margin 34.3%. Operating margin 13.7%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
| Metric | MDLZ | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 8.7% | Adequate | Above sector median of 6.2% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.6% | Good | Efficient use of shareholder equity |
| Gross Margin | 34.3% | Good | Competitive pricing environment |
| Operating Margin | 13.7% | Good | Moderate operational efficiency |
Cash Flow: Mondelez International, Inc. generates $3.7B FCF at 9.2% margin, positive NaN/8 quarters
FCF TTM $3.7B. FCF margin 9.2%, Top 50%. OCF/Net income 1.2x. Positive FCF in NaN/8 trailing quarters. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
| Metric | MDLZ | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 9.2% | Adequate | Healthy cash generation |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | $3.7B | Good | Positive cash generation |
| OCF/Net Income | 1.2x | Excellent | High earnings quality |
| FCF Consistency (8Q) | N/A | Warning | Variable cash flow |
Balance Sheet: Mondelez International, Inc. at 0.8x leverage, 9.2x interest coverage
Debt/Equity 0.8x. Total debt $21.7B, cash & investments $1.7B. Interest coverage 9.2x. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
| Metric | MDLZ | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Debt to Equity | 0.8x | Adequate | Moderate leverage |
| Net Cash Position | $-20.1B | Warning | Net debt position |
| Interest Coverage | 9.2x | Good | Comfortable debt service |
Valuation: Mondelez International, Inc. trades at 20.7x earnings
P/E 20.7x. EV/Sales 2.6x. FCF yield 4.3%. Dividend yield 3.0%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
| Metric | MDLZ | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| P/E Ratio | 20.7x | Adequate | Premium valuation |
| EV/Sales | 2.6x | Good | Attractive revenue multiple |
| FCF Yield | 4.3% | Good | Lower cash yield |
| Dividend Yield | 3.0% | Adequate | Meaningful income |
Capital Allocation: Mondelez International, Inc. returns 4.6% shareholder yield, reducing shares 1.9% YoY
Total shareholder yield 4.6% (div 3.0% + buyback 1.6%). Share count -1.9% YoY. Capital returned $3.9B TTM. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
| Metric | MDLZ | Rating | Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Shareholder Yield | 4.6% | Good | Dividend + buyback yield combined |
| Buyback Yield | 1.6% | Adequate | Minimal buyback activity |
| Share Count Change (YoY) | -1.9% | Good | Net share reduction (accretive) |
| Total Capital Returned (TTM) | $3.9B | Good | Dividends + buybacks returned to shareholders |
Sector Rankings
| Metric | Value | Percentile | vs Median |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 8.7% | Top 50% | 1.4x above |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 9.2% | Top 50% | 1.5x above |
| Gross Margin | 34.3% | Top 50% | 1.2x above |
| Operating Margin | 13.7% | Top 25% | 2.9x above |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 15.6% | Top 50% | 1.8x above |
| P/E Ratio | 20.7x | N/A | - |
Financial Scorecard
| Metric | MDLZ | Rating | Sector Context |
|---|---|---|---|
| Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) | 8.7% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 6.2%) |
| Free Cash Flow Margin | 9.2% | Adequate | Top 50% of sector (median: 6.1%) |
| Gross Margin | 34.3% | Good | Top 50% of sector (median: 28.8%) |
| Debt to Equity Ratio | 81.7% | Adequate | Elevated but manageable |
| P/E Ratio (Price-to-Earnings) | 20.7x | Adequate | Fair value |
| Free Cash Flow Yield | 4.3% | Adequate | Moderate yield |
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is Mondelez International, Inc.'s Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)?
Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) has a trailing twelve-month Return on Invested Capital (ROIC) of 8.7%. The 8-quarter median ROIC is 6.6% with a improving trend. Sector median 6.2%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
Q: What is Mondelez International, Inc.'s Free Cash Flow Margin?
Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) has a free cash flow margin of 9.2%, generating $3.7 billion in free cash flow over the trailing twelve months. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
Q: What is Mondelez International, Inc.'s P/E ratio and how does it compare to peers?
Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) trades at a P/E ratio of 20.7x, which is above the sector median of N/A. EV/Sales 2.6x. FCF yield 4.3%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
Q: Does Mondelez International, Inc. pay a dividend?
Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) currently pays a dividend yield of 3.0%. Total shareholder yield (dividend + buybacks) 4.6%. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
Q: How much debt does Mondelez International, Inc. have?
Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.8x with total debt of $21.7 billion. Interest coverage 9.2x. Net debt $20.1 billion. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
Q: What is Mondelez International, Inc.'s revenue and earnings growth?
Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) grew revenue by 6.0% year-over-year. EPS +17.7% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
Q: Is Mondelez International, Inc. buying back stock?
Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) repurchased $1.3 billion of stock over the trailing twelve months. This represents a buyback yield of 1.6%. Share count -1.9% YoY. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
Q: How does Mondelez International, Inc. compare to competitors in Consumer Staples?
Compared to other companies in Consumer Staples, Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) shows: ROIC 8.7%, sector median 6.2% (Top 50%). FCF margin 9.2%, sector median 6.1% (Top 50%). Gross margin 34.3%, 5.4pp above sector median. These rankings are based on MetricDuck's analysis of all Consumer Staples companies with available SEC filings.
Q: What warning signs should I watch for with Mondelez International, Inc.?
No quantitative warning flags fired for Mondelez International, Inc. (MDLZ) on margin trend, FCF trend, ROIC trend, or leverage thresholds. Source: 10-Q filed 2026-10-29.
Data Source: Data sourced from 10-Q filed 2026-10-29. TTM metrics as of Q3 2026.
Methodology: Financial metrics calculated from SEC 10-K and 10-Q filings using standardized formulas. Sector comparisons use peer group based on SIC code.
Scope: This analysis covers SEC filing fundamentals — profitability, cash flow, balance sheet, and valuation metrics. For analyst estimates and price targets, consult sell-side research.
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