Mondelez’s 0.63% Slide on 530M Volume as High-Volume Stock’s Global Sales Account for 71.6%

Mondelez International (MDLZ) closed 0.63% lower on August 4, 2025, with a trading volume of $530 million, marking a 23.36% decline from the previous day’s activity. The stock’s performance reflects broader market pressures amid shifting consumer dynamics and cost challenges.

Recent quarterly data highlights Mondelez’s reliance on international markets, which accounted for 71.6% of its $8.98 billion revenue. Latin America contributed 13.3% ($1.19 billion), AMEA 20.3% ($1.82 billion), and Europe 38% ($3.41 billion). Analysts noted mixed trends: AMEA exceeded expectations by 6.69%, while Latin America and Europe delivered modest surprises of +0.44% and +0.95%, respectively. These figures underscore the company’s exposure to currency fluctuations and regional demand variability.

Wall Street projects Mondelez’s next quarter revenue at $9.81 billion, with international segments expected to maintain their dominance, contributing 71.7% of total earnings. Full-year forecasts of $38.41 billion suggest sustained growth, though analysts caution that domestic cost pressures and geopolitical risks could temper long-term gains. The Zacks Rank currently assigns the stock a #3 (Hold) rating, indicating alignment with broader market trends in the near term.

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