Ahold Delhaize says Q2 2026 results stay resilient as market share gains offset softer macro backdrop

• Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize posted Q2 2026 net sales of EUR 23.2 billion, up 1.9% at constant rates, while underlying operating margin slipped 10 bps to 3.9%.
• U.S. comparable sales excluding gas rose 0.8%, with growth held back by pharmacy pressure, egg-price deflation, reduced SNAP benefits, and calendar shifts.
• U.S. underlying operating margin fell 20 bps to 4.2% as price investment and higher utility costs outweighed a favorable pharmacy mix.
• Online sales increased 14.5%, supported by click-and-collect demand, while Europe margin improved 10 bps to 3.9% on synergies and productivity gains.
• Guidance was reiterated for underlying operating margin around 4% and free cash flow of at least EUR 2.3 billion, with gross capex around EUR 2.7 billion.

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