HRL Hormel Foods Corporation

$24.30

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Latest Earnings Insight

Hormel Foods (HRL) approaches its upcoming earnings report with a market cap of approximately $15.6 billion, poised to demonstrate resilience in a challenging economic climate. Despite the absence of recent news, the company's consistent performance in the consumer staples sector sets the stage for its earnings announcement on August 28, 2025. Analysts are anticipating an EPS of $0.40, aligning with the whisper number, which suggests that market expectations are stable and in line with consensus. With a revenue estimate of $2.98 billion, Hormel's ability to maintain steady growth amidst fluctuating consumer demand will be a focal point for investors. As Hormel continues to navigate supply chain complexities and cost pressures, its strategic focus on innovation and product diversification could play a crucial role in meeting or exceeding these expectations.

Updated On 10/6/2025

About Hormel Foods Corporation

Hormel Foods Corporation is an American company founded in 1891 in Austin, Minnesota, by George A. Hormel as George A. Hormel & Company. Originally focusing on the packaging and selling of ham, Spam, sausage and other pork, chicken, beef and lamb products to consumers; by the 1980s, Hormel began offering a wider range of packaged and refrigerated foods.

Website: https://www.hormelfoods.com

Sector
MANUFACTURING
Industry
MEAT PACKING PLANTS
Exchange
NYSE
Country
USA
Currency
USD
Fiscal Year End
October
CIK
48465
Address
1 HORMEL PL, AUSTIN, MN, US
Valuation
Market Cap
$16.82B
P/E Ratio
22.16
PEG Ratio
3.27
Price to Book
2.10
Performance
EPS
$1.38
Dividend Yield
3.79%
Profit Margin
6.35%
ROE
9.52%
Technicals
50D MA
$29.58
200D MA
$30.92
52W High
$35.50
52W Low
$27.33
Fundamentals
Shares Outstanding
550M
Target Price
$32.02
Beta
0.31

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HRL News & Sentiment

Oct 01, 2025 • Motley Fool SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
3 Magnificent S&P 500 Dividend Stocks Down as Much as 50% to Buy and Hold Forever
Investors looking for dividend stocks today will find three attractively priced options in the food space.
Sep 30, 2025 • Zacks Commentary BULLISH
Hormel Foods Bets on Transform and Modernize to Drive Profitability
HRL's Transform and Modernize initiative drives supply-chain upgrades, brand refreshes and stronger profitability targets for 2025.
Sep 26, 2025 • Zacks Commentary NEUTRAL
New Strong Sell Stocks for September 26th
CE, JACK and HRL have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on September 26, 2025.
Sep 25, 2025 • Motley Fool NEUTRAL
If I Could Only Buy and Hold a Single Stock, This Would Be It
I've owned this food maker for years and it has struggled since I bought it. But I don't care and here's why I'd buy it again today.
Sep 23, 2025 • Zacks Commentary SOMEWHAT-BULLISH
Can Hormel Foods Offset Rising Input Costs With Pricing Actions?
HRL posts solid sales gains but soaring pork and beef costs squeeze earnings, leaving pricing moves as its main defense.
Sep 05, 2025 • Zacks Commentary NEUTRAL
New Strong Sell Stocks for September 5th
AMRZ, HRL and LEG have been added to the Zacks Rank #5 (Strong Sell) List on September 5, 2025.
Sentiment Snapshot

Average Sentiment Score:

0.133
50 articles with scored sentiment

Overall Sentiment:

Neutral

HRL Reported Earnings

Feb 27, 2025
Jan 31, 2025 (Pre market)
-0.03 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.35
  • Estimate: $0.38
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -7.9%
Dec 04, 2024
Oct 31, 2024 (Pre market)
0.0 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.42
  • Estimate: $0.42
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 0.0%
Sep 04, 2024
Jul 31, 2024 (Pre market)
0.01 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.37
  • Estimate: $0.36
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 2.8%
May 30, 2024
Apr 30, 2024 (Pre market)
0.02 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.38
  • Estimate: $0.36
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 5.6%
Feb 29, 2024
Jan 31, 2024 (Pre market)
0.08 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.41
  • Estimate: $0.33
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 24.2%
Nov 29, 2023
Oct 31, 2023 (Pre market)
-0.02 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.42
  • Estimate: $0.44
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -4.5%
Aug 31, 2023
Jul 31, 2023 (Pre market)
-0.01 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.40
  • Estimate: $0.41
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -2.4%
Jun 01, 2023
Apr 30, 2023 (Pre market)
0.0 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.40
  • Estimate: $0.40
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: 0.0%
Mar 02, 2023
Jan 31, 2023 (Pre market)
-0.05 Surprise
  • Reported EPS: $0.40
  • Estimate: $0.45
  • Whisper:
  • Surprise %: -11.1%

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