Ingredion Incorporated

Ingredion Incorporated reported strong financial results for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2025, demonstrating solid operational execution. The company generated net sales of $7.22 billion and achieved a gross profit of $1.83 billion, resulting in a gross margin of approximately 25.3%. Operating income totaled $1.02 billion, supported by $24.0 million in other operating income, despite incurring $21.0 million in restructuring and impairment charges. Net income attributable to Ingredion reached $729.0 million, translating to earnings per share of $11.00 on both a basic and diluted basis. The balance sheet remains robust with total assets of $7.90 billion and total stockholders' equity of $4.29 billion. Cash flow generation was particularly strong, with cash provided by operating activities totaling $944.0 million. The company returned significant capital to shareholders, paying $211.0 million in dividends and repurchasing $224.0 million of common stock. The firm maintained a disciplined approach to capital allocation, investing $433.0 million in capital expenditures while managing total debt levels of approximately $1.79 billion.

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