Ahold Delhaize shares jump as strong U.S. sales drive earnings beat
The Dutch supermarket group reported fourth-quarter earnings above expectations today. Strong U.S. margins drove a nine percent rise in the company shares.
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Koninklijke Ahold Delhaize N.V. reported fourth-quarter underlying operating income that significantly exceeded analyst expectations on Wednesday, February 11, 2026, driven by a robust performance in its operations within the United States 
US. The announcement triggered a sharp 9.2% rise in the company’s share price during early-morning trading as investors reacted to the stronger-than-anticipated margins.
US. The announcement triggered a sharp 9.2% rise in the company’s share price during early-morning trading as investors reacted to the stronger-than-anticipated margins.
