Darling Ingredients Hits Day High with 7.9% Surge in Stock Price

Darling Ingredients, Inc., a small-cap player in the FMCG sector, has seen a notable increase in its stock price, gaining 7.9% on September 16, 2025. The stock reached an intraday high of USD 34.59, reflecting a strong performance relative to the broader market. Over the past day, Darling Ingredients outperformed the S&P 500, which recorded a modest gain of 0.47%.
In terms of weekly performance, the stock has risen by 10.22%, significantly surpassing the S&P 500's 1.85% increase. However, the company has faced challenges over longer periods, with a year-to-date performance of just 0.53% compared to the S&P 500's 12.47%.

Financial metrics indicate that Darling Ingredients has a market capitalization of USD 5,244 million and a P/E ratio of 29.00. Despite the recent uptick, the company has struggled with profitability, as evidenced by a low return on capital employed (ROCE) of 6.86% and a decline in net profit. The stock's performance over the past three years has consistently lagged behind the S&P 500, highlighting ongoing challenges in its market position.