Summary by Moomoo AI
Kellanova delivered strong Q3 2024 results, with organic net sales growing 6.1% YoY to $3.45B, driven by emerging markets. Adjusted operating profit rose 16.1% to $441M, while adjusted EPS increased 18.2% to $0.91.The company continued to improve profit margins faster than expected, with adjusted operating margin expanding to 13.6%. North America saw 27.4% adjusted operating profit growth, while AMEA's currency-neutral adjusted operating profit surged 26.5%.Kellanova reaffirmed its pending $83.50 per share cash acquisition by Mars, with a shareholder vote scheduled for November 1. The deal is expected to close in H1 2025, subject to approvals. Due to the pending merger, Kellanova is not providing forward guidance.