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DOLE Stock Forecast: Dole Plc Price Predictions for 2026-2027

Last close, 23 Oct 2026
$13
−0.59% on the day

The 4 Wall Street analysts covering Dole Plc hold a median 12-month price target of $17 — +27.4% from the last close. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model, run across ~4,600 US stocks, ranks it 77 of 100 as at 24 Oct 2026 — inside the top quartile. Here, the model and the Street point the same way.

Market cap
$1.3B
Ticker Nerd rank
77/ 100
Median analyst target
$17
Analysts covering
4
Revenue$2.5B+2.9% y/y
Operating income$46.9M
Net income$35.1M
Free cash flow−$10.8M
Quarterly, 8 quarters to 30 June 2026 · latest quarter's figure shown
Total return, dividends reinvested
1W
+1.1%
1M
+4.0%
YTD
−8.7%
1Y
+4.8%
From 52W high
−16.4%
From 52W low
+7.9%
$12
$16
52-week range, adjusted closes · the dot is the last close
Ticker Nerd rank

DOLE stock analysis: one number for the whole business

Consensus tells you what everyone already believes. The model scores Dole Plc on its factor families — the same systematic rank behind the Ticker Nerd portfolio.

Where the model ranks itAs at 24 Oct 2026
77/ 100

Percentile across ~4,600 US stocks on Ticker Nerd’s systematic factor model. Higher is better. How the model is built and tested

Value
90
Issuance
82
Volatility
75
Quality
62
Growth
62
Accruals
61
Momentum
57
Revisions
45
Size
41

Value (90): The shares cost little relative to the profits and assets behind them — which can mean the market is too gloomy, or that the business really is in trouble.

Revisions (45): Analysts have, on balance, been cutting their forecasts.

Size (41): Larger than most of the companies we track — more scrutinised, less often mispriced.

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Wall Street

DOLE stock forecast 2026-2027: analyst price targets & predictions

The bullish and bearish analyst opinions on DOLE, reported as data — targets and ratings, the market's view beside the model's.

Share price and the analyst range, 12 monthsAdjusted close, US dollars
$12$14$16$18$20$22Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26Oct 26DOLEHigh $22Median $17Low $14

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Data provided by Twelve Data

What Wall Street says4 analysts
2 Buy2 Hold0 Sell
Low $14Median $17High $22

The green dot is the last close — the median target sits +27.4% from it.

Recent analyst actionsNewest first

Of the 20 most recent actions, 3 moved their price target up and 3 moved it down.

DateFirmActionRatingTarget
30 Mar 2026Deutsche BankDowngradeHold$18 → $15
15 Aug 2024B of A SecuritiesMaintainsUnderperform—
15 Aug 2024Deutsche BankMaintainsBuy—
15 Aug 2024Goldman SachsMaintainsBuy—
20 Nov 2023Stephens & Co.ReiteratesOverweight—
18 Oct 2022Goldman SachsMaintainsBuy—
24 Aug 2022Deutsche BankMaintainsBuy—
25 May 2022BMO CapitalMaintainsMarket Perform—
16 Mar 2022Goldman SachsMaintainsBuy—
8 Mar 2022Deutsche BankMaintainsBuy—
24 Aug 2021B of A SecuritiesInitiatesUnderperform—
24 Aug 2021BMO CapitalInitiatesMarket Perform—
24 Aug 2021Deutsche BankInitiatesBuy—
24 Aug 2021Goldman SachsInitiatesBuy—
24 Aug 2021Stephens & Co.InitiatesOverweight—
4 Jan 2013B of A SecuritiesDowngradeUnderperform$15 → $9.00
2 Jan 2013Goldman SachsMaintainsNeutral$12 → $19
2 Jan 2013Janney Montgomery ScottMaintainsBuy$18 → $13
23 Aug 2012B of A SecuritiesMaintainsBuy$12 → $15
25 July 2012B of A SecuritiesUpgradeBuy$9.00 → $12

Price targets and ratings are third-party analyst estimates, reported here as data. They are not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

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Performance

DOLE vs the S&P 500

Both lines are total return — dividends reinvested — so the comparison is honest on both sides.

Over the twelve months to 23 Oct 2026, Dole Plc returned +4.8% against +14.3% for the S&P 500, dividends included.

DOLE vs S&P 500, last 12 monthsTotal return, rebased to 100
90100110120130Jan 26Apr 26Jul 26Oct 26DOLES&P 500

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Data provided by Twelve Data

Estimates

DOLE analyst estimate revisions

Not the forecast itself — the direction analysts are revising it. Revision direction is one of the model's factor families.

Which way the estimates are movingNext fiscal year
EPS revision, 90 days
−1.6%
Analysts raising
1
Analysts cutting
0
Fundamentals

Dole Plc (DOLE) financial data

A margin means little on its own. Each bar marks where the figure sits across the whole US universe we score.

Valuation
Trailing P/E
18.2×

Cheaper than 41% of US stocks

Price / sales
0.1×

Cheaper than 94% of US stocks

Price / book
1.0×

Cheaper than 71% of US stocks

EV / EBITDA
8.5×

Cheaper than 43% of US stocks

Growth & margins
Revenue growth (YoY)
2.9%

Higher than 34% of US stocks

Earnings growth (YoY)
160.7%

Higher than 88% of US stocks

Gross margin
7.8%

Higher than 8% of US stocks

Operating margin
2.7%

Higher than 50% of US stocks

Net margin
0.6%

Higher than 48% of US stocks

Returns & dividend
Return on equity
6.9%

Higher than 57% of US stocks

Return on assets
2.6%

Higher than 62% of US stocks

Dividend yield
2.5%

Higher than 83% of US dividend payers

Bars mark the percentile across the ~4,600 US stocks Ticker Nerd covers, among those reporting the figure.

Key statistics

Dole Plc (DOLE) statistics: revenue, profit & scale

The headline figures, each with its date. Every row carries its own link — cite it straight from here.

  • Dole Plc has a market value of $1.3B and an enterprise value of $2.6B.

  • Revenue in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $9.5B. The latest quarter grew 2.9% year on year.

  • Net income over the same four quarters: $92.7M, a 1.0% net margin.

  • Diluted earnings per share, trailing twelve months: $0.62.

  • Free cash flow in the twelve months to 30 June 2026: $83.3M, after $91.8M of capital spending.

  • Dole Plc spent $32.3M on dividends in the twelve months to 30 June 2026.

  • Shares outstanding: 94.5M.

  • Trailing P/E: 18.2×; forward P/E: 9.1× — the forward figure prices analyst consensus estimates, not reported earnings.

  • Forward dividend yield: 2.53%, paying out 46% of earnings.

  • Dole Plc employs 32,027 people — $296K of revenue per employee.

Statement figures: company filings via Twelve Data, four quarters to 30 June 2026 · market figures as at 24 Oct 2026

Data provided by Twelve Data

Peers

DOLE vs competitors

The nearest names by industry and size, scored by the same model — like for like.

Its peer group, ranked by the same modelFarm Products
CompanyMarket capTKN rank
DOLEDole Plc$1.3B77
DMCDel Monte Corp.$1.4B60
AGROAdecoagro SA$1.4B32
CALMCal-Maine Foods, Inc.$3.0B25
VITLVital Farms, Inc.$409.4M12
AFRIForafric Global Plc$318.0M44
VFFVillage Farms International, Inc.$313.7M61

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News

Latest DOLE news & analysis

Dole plc Schedules Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results Release

Business Wire · 19 Oct 2026neutral

Dole plc said it will announce its third-quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on November 9, 2026. Management will host a webcast at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time, with a presentation, press release, and supplemental financial information available on its investor-relations site.

Why it matters — DOLE watchers can note the date and webcast time for the company’s upcoming quarterly results and management discussion.

4 Low-Beta Defensive Stocks to Grab on Declining Consumer Sentiment

Zacks Investment Research · 12 Oct 2026positive

Zacks Investment Research highlighted ADM, DOLE, DEO and HSY as low-beta defensive stocks amid declining consumer sentiment and inflation fears, citing earnings growth potential and dividend yields.

Why it matters — DOLE is included among the companies the item identifies as potentially defensive in this consumer environment.

All You Need to Know About Dole (DOLE) Rating Upgrade to Buy

Zacks Investment Research · 5 Oct 2026positive

Zacks Investment Research upgraded Dole (DOLE) to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), citing growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. The rating reflects expectations that the stock might move higher.

Why it matters — A rating upgrade to Buy signals improved analyst sentiment about Dole's earnings outlook, which could influence how investors view the stock.

4 Low-Beta Defensive Stocks to Buy as Consumer Sentiment Hits 4-Month Low

Zacks Investment Research · 29 Sept 2026positive

Zacks Research highlighted DOLE among a group of low-beta defensive stocks—including KO, PM, and MDLZ—as suitable options for investors seeking defensive exposure as consumer sentiment hit a four-month low amid inflation concerns.

Why it matters — A DOLE watcher would care because the report positions DOLE as a defensive holding that could hold up well when consumer sentiment weakens due to inflation fears.

Zacks Industry Outlook Corteva, Archer Daniels Midland, The Scotts Miracle-Gro, Mission Produce and Dole

Zacks Investment Research · 18 Sept 2026neutral

Zacks Investment Research published an Industry Outlook article in which Dole was highlighted alongside Corteva, Archer Daniels Midland, The Scotts Miracle-Gro and Mission Produce. The article notes that these companies have been featured in this outlook piece.

Why it matters — A DOLE watcher would care because the company was singled out for coverage in a Zacks industry outlook report, drawing attention to it along with its sector peers.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions about DOLE stock

What is the DOLE stock price forecast for 2026-2027?

The 4 Wall Street analysts covering Dole Plc have a median 12-month price target of $17, with estimates ranging from $14 to $22. These are third-party analyst estimates, not Ticker Nerd forecasts, and they are frequently wrong.

Is DOLE stock a buy right now?

Of the 4 analysts covering Dole Plc, 2 rate it a Buy, 2 a Hold and 0 a Sell. Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model ranks Dole Plc 77 out of 100 across roughly 4,600 US stocks as at 24 Oct 2026. None of this is personal advice — it does not consider your circumstances.

How does Ticker Nerd's model rank DOLE?

As at 24 Oct 2026, Dole Plc ranks 77 out of 100 on Ticker Nerd's systematic factor model — a percentile across roughly 4,600 US stocks, built from its factor families. Its strongest factor family is Value (90 of 100).

Will DOLE stock go up?

No one can know that. What the data says: the median 12-month target from 4 analysts implies +27.4% from the last close, and Ticker Nerd's factor model ranks Dole Plc 77 out of 100 as at 24 Oct 2026. Analyst targets are third-party estimates and frequently wrong; none of this is personal advice.

What is the DOLE stock forecast for 2030?

No analyst covering Dole Plc publishes a 2030 price target — Wall Street targets run 12 to 18 months out. Sites quoting a 2030 price for DOLE are extrapolating price history, which says nothing about the business. The furthest attributed numbers are the current analyst targets: $14 to $22 over the next 12 months.

How has DOLE stock performed over the past year?

Dole Plc returned +4.8% over the 12 months to 23 Oct 2026, with dividends reinvested. Past performance does not indicate future returns.

What does Dole Plc do?

Dole plc is a global fresh produce company that sources, produces, markets, and distributes fruits and vegetables to retail, wholesale, foodservice, and e-commerce customers. Its portfolio includes bananas, pineapples, grapes, avocados, berries, kiwis, apples, salads, and other fresh produce, supported by vertically integrated operations across farming, packing, ripening, shipping, and distribution.

What is the latest news on DOLE?

The most recent item we track (Business Wire, 19 Oct 2026): "Dole plc Schedules Third Quarter 2026 Financial Results Release". Dole plc said it will announce its third-quarter 2026 financial results before the market opens on November 9, 2026. Management will host a webcast at 8:00 a.m. Eastern Time, with a presentation, press release, and supplemental financial information available on its investor-relations site.

Company

About Dole Plc.

Dole plc is a global fresh produce company that sources, produces, markets, and distributes fruits and vegetables to retail, wholesale, foodservice, and e-commerce customers. Its portfolio includes bananas, pineapples, grapes, avocados, berries, kiwis, apples, salads, and other fresh produce, supported by vertically integrated operations across farming, packing, ripening, shipping, and distribution. The company serves major consumer and trade channels in North America, Europe, and other international markets through its Fresh Fruit, Diversified Fresh Produce – EMEA, and Diversified Fresh Produce – Americas and Rest of World segments. Dole plc is a major participant in the global agribusiness and fresh food supply chain, where it helps connect growers with large-scale commercial buyers under the Dole brand.

CEO Mr. Rory Patrick Byrne BComm, FCA · 32,027 employees · Ireland · https://www.doleplc.com