The Zacks Consumer Staples Sector has been highly defensive year-to-date, decreasing a marginal 1% in value and easily outperforming the general market. Still, the sector’s 7% return over the last month has lagged the S&P 500.A mega-popular stock in the sector, Dole DOLE, is on deck to unveil Q2 results on Tuesday, August 23rd, before market open.Dole is a producer of fresh bananas and pineapples, with a growing presence in categories such as berries, avocados, and organic produce. We see their products on shelves everywhere.As it stands, Dole carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) with an overall VGM Score of an A.How does the agriculture giant stack up heading into the print? Let’s take a closer look.Share Performance & ValuationYear-to-date, DOLE shares have tumbled, losing nearly a third of their value and vastly underperforming the S&P 500.Image Source: Zacks Investment ResearchEven over the market’s rally over the last month, Dole shares have lagged notably, decreasing by 4% in value.Image Source: Zacks Investment ResearchHowever, shares trade at enticing multiples, further bolstered by its Style Score of an A for Value.Dole’s 7.3X forward earnings multiple is well beneath its median of 9.7X since IPO in July 2021 and represents a steep 65% discount relative to its Zacks Sector.Image Source: Zacks Investment ResearchQuarterly EstimatesA singular analyst has lowered their outlook for the quarter to be reported, with the Consensus Estimate Trend falling more than 20%. The Zacks Consensus EPS Estimate resides at $0.32.Image Source: Zacks Investment ResearchIn addition, Dole is forecasted to have generated $2.5 billion in revenue throughout the quarter.Quarterly Performance & Market ReactionsDole has primarily reported bottom-line results above the Zacks Consensus EPS Estimate, registering two EPS beats over its three quarters since its IPO last year. Just in its latest print, the company penciled in an 11% bottom-line beat.However, top-line results have left some to be desired, with the company registering just one top-line beat over its three quarters. Below is a chart illustrating the company’s revenue on a quarterly basis.Image Source: Zacks Investment ResearchIn addition, shares have moved downwards twice following its three quarterly reports.Putting Everything TogetherDole shares have lagged the general market year-to-date and over the last month, signaling that sellers have remained in control.The company’s shares trade at enticing valuation multiples, nicely below their median since IPO and Zacks Sector Average.In addition, a singular analyst has lowered their quarterly earnings outlook. Heading into the print, Dole DOLE carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) with an overall VGM Score of an A. How to Profit from the Hot Electric Vehicle Industry Global electric car sales in 2021 more than doubled their 2020 numbers. And today, the electric vehicle (EV) technology and very nature of the business is changing quickly. The next push for future technologies is happening now and investors who get in early could see exceptional profits. See Zacks' Top Stocks to Profit from the EV Revolution >>Want the latest recommendations from Zacks Investment Research? Today, you can download 7 Best Stocks for the Next 30 Days. Click to get this free report Dole PLC (DOLE): Free Stock Analysis Report To read this article on Zacks.com click here. Zacks Investment Research