Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) Stock

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Hormel Foods

Historically meat-focused, Hormel Foods broadened its lineup to include other protein offerings and become a branded food company. The firm sells its wares through multiple channels, including US retail (62% of fiscal 2024 sales), US food service (32%), and international (6%). By product, 72% of fiscal 2024 sales were from perishable food and 28% from shelf-stable. Major brands include Hormel, Spam, Jennie-O, Columbus, Applegate, Planters, and Skippy. Many of these hold the number one or two market share in their respective categories.

Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced that John Ghingo will be promoted to the role of president, becoming the 11th person to hold the position in the company's nearly 135-year history.&nbsp;Jeffrey M. Ettinger, current member of the Hormel Foods board, will return to the company for a defined period of 15 months as interim chief executive officer. Ettinger and Ghingo will assume their leadership roles on July 14, 2025. On that day, Ghingo will also join the Hormel Foods board of directors.
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In his current role as executive vice president for Retail, Ghingo leads the company's largest business unit and oversees its portfolio of iconic consumer brands. He brings valuable perspective from both inside and outside the company, with 15 years of various leadership roles at Mondelēz International, as well as previously serving as president of Applegate Farms, LLC, a Hormel Foods subsidiary. With extensive experience in the consumer packaged goods industry, Ghingo has a proven track record of driving growth and delivering results. In his role as president, he will directly oversee the company's Retail, Foodservice and International business segments. He will also lead the company's global operations, supply chain, research and development, and corporate strategy functions.
"It's an incredible honor to be named the 11th president of Hormel Foods and I'm grateful to the board for their trust and confidence," Ghingo said. "I returned to the company last year because the history, people, culture and portfolio of iconic brands&nbsp;truly set us apart in the industry. I'm excited to build on that foundation and help shape what's next. Transform &amp; Modernize remains a critical part of our strategy, and I'm committed to keeping that momentum going —it continues to be a top priority for our organization. I'm also looking forward to 15 months of partnership with Jeff, who knows this company so well. I want to thank Jim Snee for his outstanding leadership as well as his vision, values and commitment, which have left a strong mark on our people, culture and the communities we serve."
Ettinger had a nearly three-decade long career with the company, including serving as its 9th president and then being elevated to serve as its chief executive officer. During his tenure, Ettinger earned a reputation for driving performance and results. With his deep knowledge of the company and its culture, and his experience with the company's external stakeholders, he will be a strong partner to Ghingo. During this time, the company's corporate functions including finance, legal and external affairs, human resources, corporate communications, and ethics and compliance will report to Ettinger.
"Serving the company in this interim role is a privilege and honor," Ettinger said. "What has always set Hormel Foods apart is its people – their integrity, passion and pride in the work they do. I'm excited to support John and our talented team to expand our impact in new and meaningful ways."
Bill Newlands, chairman of the Hormel Foods board of directors, said, "After a thorough and deliberate search, the board is thrilled to elevate John to the role of president of Hormel Foods and elect him to the board of directors. We are also very thankful to Jeff for his willingness to return as interim CEO for the next 15 months. We are confident that Jeff's valuable experience with the public markets and investment community, as well as his deep understanding of our culture, will complement John's expertise with consumer-relevant innovation, brand building, and strategy in today's dynamic food industry. The board has full confidence in John and Jeff's ability to strengthen our business, deepen our relevance with consumers, and deliver lasting value for our shareholders."
Newlands continued, "On behalf of the board, we sincerely thank Jim Snee for his steadfast leadership and 36 years of service to the company and its team members, shareholders and communities. We are grateful for his many contributions over a remarkable career."
The Hormel Foods CEO search committee will now be dissolved, with the board planning to install the permanent chief executive officer in October 2026.

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Hormel Names John Ghingo President, Brings Back Former CEO Jeff Ettinger as Interim Chief

Wall Street hovered slightly higher by midday Thursday, giving up a chunk of strong overnight gains in futures markets that were triggered by a federal court ruling suspending a large portion <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/05/45672421/tariffs-blocked-by-court-but-goldman-sachs-says-trump-could-reimpose-them-within-days">of President Donald Trump&#8217;s tariffs.</a>
Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) led the market after reporting a better-than-feared quarter. The artificial intelligence leader showed resilience in the face of export restrictions. Shares rose 4.3%, ranking as the second-best performer on the S&amp;P 500 and climbing to their highest level in more than three months.
By midday: 
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<li>The S&amp;P 500 was up 0.3% at 5,900.</li>
<li>The Nasdaq 100 gained 0.5%.</li>
<li>The Dow Jones Industrial Average traded flat.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Fresh Economic Data Adds To Mixed Tone</h3>
First-quarter U.S. gross domestic product shrank 0.2%, slightly improving from the initial 0.3% estimate. Still, it marked a sharp slowdown compared to the 2.4% growth in the last quarter of 2024, reflecting slower consumer spending and higher imports ahead of the tariffs impact.
More concerning was the labor market. Initial jobless claims for the week ending May 24 jumped to 240,000, exceeding expectations and reaching their highest level in nearly four months. Continuing claims also rose to levels last seen in November 2021, indicating potential softening in employment trends.
The U.S. dollar pulled back, nearly wiping out gains from the prior two sessions as traders reassessed the outlook for interest rates. Meanwhile, Treasury yields dropped, with the 30-year note falling to 4.92% and the 10-year yield easing to 4.42%.
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell met with Trump at the White House, the Fed confirmed.
The meeting focused on recent economic developments, including inflation, employment and growth. Powell reiterated that the Fed&#8217;s policy path would remain dependent on incoming data but refrained from commenting on future rate decisions.
Gold climbed 1.1% to $3,320 per ounce, buoyed by lower yields and dollar weakness. Meanwhile, Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) fell below $107,000, giving up recent gains as risk appetite moderated in crypto markets.
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<td>5,906.48</td>
<td>0.3%</td>
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<td>2,069.76</td>
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According to&nbsp;<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/pro/?utm_source=BZprocontent&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro</a>&nbsp;data:
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<li>The&nbsp;SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) inched 0.3% up to $589.37.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;SPDR Dow Jones Industrial Average&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DIA#NYSE">DIA</a>) eased 0.1% to $420.98.</li>
<li>The tech-heavy&nbsp;Invesco QQQ Trust Series&nbsp;(NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>)&nbsp;rose 0.4% to $520.87.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;iShares Russell 2000 ETF (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/IWM#NYSE">IWM</a>) flattened at $205.62.</li>
<li>The&nbsp;Technology&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLK#NYSE">XLK</a>) outperformed, up 0.4%; the&nbsp;Communication Services&nbsp;Select Sector SPDR Fund&nbsp;(NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/XLC#NYSE">XLC</a>) lagged, down 1.1%.</li>
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<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Thursday&#8217;s Stock Movers</h3>
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<li>Shares of E.l.f. Beauty, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ELF#NYSE">ELF</a>) surged 26% Thursday afternoon, following the company&#8217;s announcement of its acquisition of lifestyle cosmetics brand Rhode.</li>
<li>Sentinel One Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/S#NYSE">S</a>) tumbled 11% after BofA Securities downgraded&nbsp;the stock from &#8216;Buy&#8217; to &#8216;Neutral&#8217; citing &#8220;weak trends and lackluster guidance&#8221; while lowering its price target from $24 to $21. </li>
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Stocks reacting to earnings included: 
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<li>Salesforce, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) down 5.42%</li>
<li>Synopsys, Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SNPS#NASDAQ">SNPS</a>) up 0.20%</li>
<li>Veeva Systems Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/VEEV#NYSE">VEEV</a>) up 18.45%</li>
<li>Agilent Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/A#NYSE">A</a>) up 3.17%</li>
<li>HP Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HPQ#NYSE">HPQ</a>) down 8.23%</li>
<li>Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) down 0.35%</li>
<li>Burlington Stores, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BURL#NYSE">BURL</a>) down 3.22%</li>
<li>Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBY#NYSE">BBY</a>) down 7.90%</li>
<li>Nordson Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NDSN#NASDAQ">NDSN</a>) up 5.65%</li>
<li>Hamilton Lane Incorporated (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HLNE#NASDAQ">HLNE</a>) down 11.21%</li>
<li>Roivant Sciences Ltd. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ROIV#NASDAQ">ROIV</a>) up 5.50%</li>
<li>Bath &amp; Body Works, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBWI#NYSE">BBWI</a>) down 6.24%</li>
<li>Foot Locker, Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/FL#NYSE">FL</a>) up 0.10%</li>
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Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) shares are <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/movers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">trading lower on Thursday.</a>
The company reported second-quarter adjusted earnings per share of 35 cents, <a target="_blank" href="https://www.benzinga.com/pressreleases/25/05/n45664815/hormel-foods-reports-second-quarter-fiscal-2025-results" rel="noreferrer noopener">beating the Street view of 34 cents.</a>
Quarterly sales of $2.90 billion (+0.4% year over year) missed the analyst consensus estimate of $2.91 billion. Organic net sales were up by 1%.
Gross profit in the quarter under review decreased to $484.433 million from $503.806 million a year ago.
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International segment profit decreased as a temporary shift in export customer mix and <a href="https://s204.q4cdn.com/636391999/files/doc_earnings/2025/q2/supplemental-info/q2-earnings-supplemental-deck.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">softness </a>in Brazil primarily offset meaningful net sales growth.
Retail sales inched lower by 0.3% year over year to $1.783 billion, Food service sales gained 0.5% year over year to $936.44 million, and International sales gained 7% to $178.53 million.
Adjusted operating income in the quarter under review was $264.90 million, lower than $275.91 million. Adjusted Operating Margin in the quarter under review decreased to 9.1% from 9.6% in the year-ago period.
The company exited the quarter with cash and equivalents worth $669.69 million.
Inventories surged to $1.729 billion from $1.576 billion at the end of Oct. 27, 2024.
&#8220;We anticipate strong second-half growth,&#8221; said CEO Jim Snee, highlighting contributions from the turkey portfolio, continued momentum in the Planters brand, growth from leading positions in the marketplace, and ongoing benefits from Transform and Modernize.
Outlook: Hormel Foods narrowed its FY2025 adjusted EPS guidance to $1.58–$1.68 from the prior range of $1.58–$1.72, compared to the $1.61 estimate.
The company raised its FY2025 sales outlook to $12 billion–$12.20 billion from $11.90 billion–$12.20 billion, versus the $12.12 billion estimate.
HRL Price Action: Hormel shares are trading lower by 0.92% to $29.77 at publication on Thursday.
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Hormel Foods Q2 Earnings Miss Estimates Amid Margin Pressure, Softness In Brazil And More

Hormel Foods (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) narrows FY2025 GAAP EPS guidance from $1.49-$1.63 to $1.49-$1.59 vs $1.54 analyst estimate..

Hormel Foods Narrows FY2025 GAAP EPS Guidance from $1.49-$1.63 to $1.49-$1.59 vs $1.54 Est; Company Reaffirms Outlook Of YoY T&M Benefits In The Range Of $100M-$150M

U.S. stock futures jumped on Thursday after ending lower on Wednesday. Futures of major benchmark indices rose over 1% in premarket.
A federal court has<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/05/45660322/trump-tariffs-struck-down-by-federal-court-major-blow-to-white-houses-trade-strategy-report"> invalidated global tariffs</a> enacted by President Donald Trump under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act, a move that could reshape future U.S. trade policy. 
The U.S. Court of International Trade&#8217;s decision challenged the extensive tariff authority previously wielded by the Trump administration and may impact ongoing trade strategies.
A three-judge panel, with appointees from the Reagan, Obama, and Trump eras, ruled that the IEEPA doesn&#8217;t give the president unlimited power to impose tariffs.
The Trump administration filed an appeal against the ruling in minutes, according to a Reuters report.
Meanwhile, the 10-year Treasury bond yielded 4.52% and the two-year bond was at 4.03%. The CME Group's FedWatch <a href="https://www.cmegroup.com/markets/interest-rates/cme-fedwatch-tool.html">tool</a>&#8216;s projections show markets pricing a 97.7% likelihood of the Federal Reserve keeping the current interest rates unchanged in its June meeting. 
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<td>Dow Jones</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>1.54%</td>
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<td>Nasdaq 100</td>
<td>1.95%</td>
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<td>Russell 2000</td>
<td>1.92%</td>
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The SPDR S&amp;P 500 ETF Trust (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SPY#NYSE">SPY</a>) and Invesco QQQ Trust ETF (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QQQ#NASDAQ">QQQ</a>), which track the S&amp;P 500 index and Nasdaq 100 index, respectively, jumped in premarket on Thursday. The SPY was up 1.51% to $596.62, while the QQQ advanced 1.96% to $529.09, according to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/dashboard">Benzinga Pro</a> data.
Cues From Last Session:
U.S. stocks closed lower on Wednesday, with the Dow Jones dropping over 200 points, as rising Treasury yields countered Tuesday&#8217;s trade optimism.
All S&amp;P 500 sectors ended in the red, with utilities, materials, and energy stocks experiencing the most significant declines.
In retail, Macy&#8217;s Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/M#NYSE">M</a>) adjusted its annual forecast downward, citing impacts from tariffs, a slight dip in consumer discretionary spending, and an intensified promotional environment.
Conversely, Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>) delivered stronger-than-expected first-quarter earnings. Economic data showed the composite manufacturing index in the U.S. Fifth District improving to -9 in May from -13 in April.
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<td>-0.51%</td>
<td>19,100.94</td>
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<td>S&amp;P 500</td>
<td>-0.56%</td>
<td>5,888.55</td>
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<td>-0.58%</td>
<td>42,098.70</td>
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Insights From Analysts:
After the Federal Court struck down Trump&#8217;s tariffs, Craig Shapiro, a macro strategist at the Bear Traps Report, said that &#8220;Without tariff revenues, there is a big beautiful hole in the big beautiful budget bill.&#8221;
This implied the administration&#8217;s promise to fund the deficit created by the tax bill through tariff revenue and the Department of Government Efficiency savings.
Shapiro&#8217;s post highlights a budget crisis that could be triggered by the removal of tariff revenue.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Without tariff revenues, there is a big beautiful hole in the big beautiful budget bill Are the bond vigilantes with us in the room?
&mdash; Craig Shapiro (@ces921) <a href="https://twitter.com/ces921/status/1927891799596523725?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 29, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Bob Elliott, CIO at Unlimited Funds, highlighted an <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/market-summary/25/05/45641879/stock-market-is-pricing-a-never-before-seen-divergence-as-equities-and-bonds-run-it-hot-amid-gloomy-outlook-by-bottom-up-analysts">unprecedented "divergence"</a> which he has "never seen" in his professional career outside of typical cyclical bottoms. 
According to him, despite the seemingly extreme market optimism, the perspective from professionals analyzing data from the ground up painted a far more subdued picture.
He explained that aggressive market pricing stands in stark contrast to the pessimistic views held by bottom-up analysts, companies, and economists.
Elliott highlighted in an X thread that corporate earnings revisions for U.S. large-cap companies have notably collapsed, reaching their weakest point since the COVID-19 pandemic. Global earnings revisions also remain quite subdued, despite a marginal recent uptick in negativity.
Projections for 2025 earnings growth, which are typically skewed positively until just before the period, are currently penciled in at a mere 7%.
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<blockquote class="twitter-tweet" data-width="500" data-dnt="true">Stock and bond markets are all in on the &quot;run it hot&quot; trade. But this market pricing is in sharp contrast to the bottoms up view of companies, analysts, and economists all of which remain quite pessimistic. Thread.
&mdash; Bob Elliott (@BobEUnlimited) <a href="https://twitter.com/BobEUnlimited/status/1927666792022884672?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">May 28, 2025</a></blockquote>
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Upcoming Economic Data
Here&#8217;s what investors will keep an eye on Thursday:
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<li>The initial jobless claims for the week ending May 24 and the first quarter revised GDP data will be out by 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>Richmond Fed President Tom Barkin will speak at 8:30 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>Pending home sales data for April will be released by 10:00 a.m. ET.</li>
<li>Chicago Fed President Austan Goolsbee will speak at 10:40 a.m., Fed Governor Adriana Kugler will speak at 2:00 p.m., San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly will speak at 4:00 p.m., and Dallas Fed President Lorie Logan will speak at 8:45 p.m. ET.</li>
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Stocks In Focus:
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<li>Best Buy Co. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBY#NYSE">BBY</a>) jumped 5.01% in premarket on Thursday as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of $1.31 per share on revenue of $9.22 billion, before the opening bell.</li>
<li>Hormel Foods Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) was 0.30% lower ahead of its earnings, which are supposed to be released before the opening bell. Analysts expect earnings of 34 cents per share on revenue of $2.91 billion.</li>
<li>Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>) was up 2.27% as analysts expect it to report quarterly earnings of 80 cents per share on revenue of $13.15 billion, after the closing bell.</li>
<li>Costco Wholesale Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>) was 0.48% higher ahead of its earnings, which are supposed to be released after the closing bell. Analysts expect earnings of $4.24 per share on revenue of $63.19 billion.</li>
<li>Nvidia Corp. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/NVDA#NASDAQ">NVDA</a>) surged 5.10% after reporting first-quarter revenue of $44.1 billion, up 69% year-over-year and up 12% from the fourth quarter. The revenue beat a Street consensus estimate of $43.2 billion. Nvidia reported adjusted earnings of 81 cents per share in the first quarter.</li>
<li>C3.ai Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/AI#NYSE">AI</a>) surged 17.29% after reporting better-than-expected fourth quarter results on Wednesday.</li>
<li>Salesforce Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CRM#NYSE">CRM</a>) was up 1.72% after delivering strong results and continuing to place its bets on the multitrillion-dollar opportunity arising from the digital labor revolution.</li>
<li>Abercrombie &amp; Fitch Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ANF#NYSE">ANF</a>) advanced 2.63% after a strong set of earnings and guidance. The company said that it would not hike prices despite a $50 million cost incurred because of tariffs.</li>
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Commodities, Gold, And Global Equity Markets:
Crude oil futures were trading higher in the early New York session by 1.34% to hover around $62.67 per barrel.
Gold Spot US Dollar fell 0.28% to hover around $3,279.89 per ounce. Its last record high stood at $3,500.33 per ounce. The U.S. Dollar Index spot was higher by 0.14% at the 100.0170 level.
Asian markets closed higher on Thursday as South Korea's Kospi, China&#8217;s CSI 300, India's S&amp;P BSE Sensex, Japan's Nikkei 225, Australia's ASX 200, and Hong Kong's Hang Seng indices rose. European markets were mixed in early trade.
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Hormel Foods Narrows FY2025 Adj EPS Guidance from $1.58-$1.72 to $1.58-$1.68 vs $1.61 Est; Raises FY2025 Sales Guidance from $11.90B-$12.20B to $12.00B-$12.20B vs $12.12B Est

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Hormel Foods Narrows FY2025 Adj EPS Guidance from $1.58-$1.72 to $1.58-$1.68 vs $1.61 Est

Hormel Foods (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.35 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.34 by 2.94 percent. This is a 7.89 percent decrease over earnings of $0.38 per share from the same period last year. The company reported quarterly sales of $2.90 billion which missed the analyst consensus estimate of $2.91 billion by 0.30 percent. This is a 0.38 percent increase over sales of $2.89 billion the same period last year.

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Hormel Foods Q2 Adj. EPS $0.35 Beats $0.34 Estimate, Sales $2.90B Miss $2.91B Estimate

The CNN Money Fear and Greed index showed a decline in the overall market sentiment, while the index remained in the &#8220;Greed&#8221; zone on Wednesday.
U.S. stocks settled lower on Wednesday, with the Dow Jones falling more than 200 points during the session. After a sharp Tuesday rally fueled by optimism over improved U.S.-EU trade ties, Wall Street stalled as rising Treasury yields reasserted pressure.
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All sectors on the S&amp;P 500 closed on a negative note, with utilities, materials and energy stocks recording the biggest losses on Wednesday.
The Dow Jones closed lower by around 245 points to 42,098.70 on Wednesday. The S&amp;P 500 fell 0.56% to 5,888.55, while the Nasdaq Composite declined 0.51% at 19,100.94 during Wednesday's session.
Investors are awaiting earnings results from Best Buy Co., Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/BBY#NYSE">BBY</a>), Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) and Dell Technologies Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/DELL#NYSE">DELL</a>) today.
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Hormel Foods (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) will release its quarterly earnings report on Thursday, 2025-05-29. Here's a brief overview for investors ahead of the announcement.
Analysts anticipate Hormel Foods to report an earnings per share (EPS) of $0.35.
The announcement from Hormel Foods is eagerly anticipated, with investors seeking news of surpassing estimates and favorable guidance for the next quarter.
It's worth noting for new investors that guidance can be a key determinant of stock price movements.
<h3>Overview of Past Earnings</h3>
The company's EPS missed by $0.03 in the last quarter, leading to a 0.88% increase in the share price on the following day.
Here's a look at Hormel Foods's past performance and the resulting price change:

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<th>Quarter</th>
<th>Q1 2025</th>
<th>Q4 2024</th>
<th>Q3 2024</th>
<th>Q2 2024</th>
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</thead>
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<td>EPS Estimate</td>
<td>0.38</td>
<td>0.42</td>
<td>0.36</td>
<td>0.36</td>
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<td>EPS Actual</td>
<td>0.35</td>
<td>0.42</td>
<td>0.37</td>
<td>0.38</td>
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<td>Price Change %</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
<td>3.0%</td>
<td>4.0%</td>
<td>1.0%</td>
</tr>
</tbody>
</table>

<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1748440925_0_0.png" alt="eps graph" />
<h3>Hormel Foods Share Price Analysis</h3>
Shares of Hormel Foods were trading at $30.2 as of May 27. Over the last 52-week period, shares are down 1.36%. Given that these returns are generally negative, long-term shareholders are likely unhappy going into this earnings release. 
<h3>Insights Shared by Analysts on Hormel Foods</h3>
Understanding market sentiments and expectations within the industry is crucial for investors. This analysis delves into the latest insights on Hormel Foods.
A total of 2 analyst ratings have been received for Hormel Foods, with the consensus rating being Neutral. The average one-year price target stands at $33.0, suggesting a potential 9.27% upside.
<h3>Analyzing Analyst Ratings Among Peers</h3>
In this comparison, we explore the analyst ratings and average 1-year price targets of and Hormel Foods, three prominent industry players, offering insights into their relative performance expectations and market positioning.
<h3>Snapshot: Peer Analysis</h3>
The peer analysis summary offers a detailed examination of key metrics for and Hormel Foods, providing valuable insights into their respective standings within the industry and their market positions and comparative performance.

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<th>Consensus</th>
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<td>Hormel Foods</td>
<td>Neutral</td>
<td>-0.27%</td>
<td>$475.23M</td>
<td>2.13%</td>
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</tbody>
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Key Takeaway:
Hormel Foods ranks in the middle among its peers for consensus rating. It is at the bottom for revenue growth, indicating a slight decline. The company is at the top for gross profit, showing strong financial performance. However, it ranks lower for return on equity compared to its peers.
<h3>Get to Know Hormel Foods Better</h3>
Historically meat-focused, Hormel Foods broadened its lineup to include other protein offerings and become a branded food company. The firm sells its wares through multiple channels, including US retail (62% of fiscal 2024 sales), US food service (32%), and international (6%). By product, 72% of fiscal 2024 sales were from perishable food and 28% from shelf-stable. Major brands include Hormel, Spam, Jennie-O, Columbus, Applegate, Planters, and Skippy. Many of these hold the number one or two market share in their respective categories.
<h3>Hormel Foods: Financial Performance Dissected</h3>
Market Capitalization Analysis: The company's market capitalization is above the industry average, indicating that it is relatively larger in size compared to peers. This may suggest a higher level of investor confidence and market recognition.
Negative Revenue Trend: Examining Hormel Foods's financials over 3 months reveals challenges. As of 31 January, 2025, the company experienced a decline of approximately -0.27% in revenue growth, reflecting a decrease in top-line earnings. When compared to others in the Consumer Staples sector, the company faces challenges, achieving a growth rate lower than the average among peers.
Net Margin: Hormel Foods's net margin excels beyond industry benchmarks, reaching 5.71%. This signifies efficient cost management and strong financial health.
Return on Equity (ROE): Hormel Foods's ROE falls below industry averages, indicating challenges in efficiently using equity capital. With an ROE of 2.13%, the company may face hurdles in generating optimal returns for shareholders.
Return on Assets (ROA): The company's ROA is a standout performer, exceeding industry averages. With an impressive ROA of 1.27%, the company showcases effective utilization of assets.
Debt Management: The company maintains a balanced debt approach with a debt-to-equity ratio below industry norms, standing at 0.36.
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Earnings Preview For Hormel Foods

Stephens &amp; Co. analyst Pooran Sharma reiterates Hormel Foods (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) with a Equal-Weight and maintains $31 price target.

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Stephens & Co. Reiterates Equal-Weight on Hormel Foods, Maintains $31 Price Target

Companies with a long history of paying dividends and consistently hiking them remain appealing to income-focused investors. Hormel Foods, Hershey, and Horace Mann Educators have rewarded shareholders for years and recently announced dividend increases. These companies currently offer dividend yields of over 3%.
Hormel Foods
Hormel Foods (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) develops, processes, and distributes various meat, nuts, and other food products to foodservice, convenience store, and commercial customers in the U.S. and internationally.
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Hormel Foods has increased its dividends consecutively for the last 59 years. In its most recent dividend hike announcement on Nov. 25, its board raised the quarterly payout by 3% to $0.29 per share, which is equal to an annual figure of $1.16 per share. More recently, in its March 24 dividend announcement, the company kept the payout unchanged at that level. Currently, the dividend yield is 3.82%.
Hormel Foods' annual revenue as of Jan. 31 stood at $11.91 billion. In its latest earnings release on Feb. 27, the company posted Q1 2025&nbsp; revenues of $2.99 billion, above the consensus estimate of $2.93 billion, while EPS of $0.35 missed the consensus of $0.38.
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Hershey
Hershey Company (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HSY#NYSE">HSY</a>) manufactures and sells confectionery products and pantry items in the U.S. and internationally.
Hershey has raised its dividends every year for the last 15 years. In its latest dividend hike announcement on Feb. 8, 2024, the company increased the quarterly payout from $1.19 to $1.37 per share, equal to an annual figure of $5.48 per share. More recently, in its dividend announcement on Feb. 6, it maintained the payout at the same level. The dividend yield on the stock currently stands at 3.29%.
Hershey's annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $11.20 billion. In its Q4 2024 earnings release on Feb. 6, the company posted revenues of $2.89 billion and EPS of $2.69. Both figures beat the consensus estimates.
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Horace Mann Educators
Horace Mann Educators (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HMN#NYSE">HMN</a>) operates as an insurance holding company in the U.S.&nbsp;
The company has increased its dividends consecutively for the last 15 years. As per its most recent dividend hike announcement on March 3, it raised the quarterly payout by 3% to $0.35 per share, equaling an annual figure of $1.40 per share. Currently, the dividend is 3.60%.
Horace Mann Educators' annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $1.55 billion. In its Q4 2024 earnings release on Feb. 5, the company posted revenues of $409 million, below the consensus estimate of $418.33 million, while EPS of $1.62 beat the consensus of $1.03.
Hormel Foods, Hershey, and Horace Mann Educators are good choices for investors seeking reliable passive income. Their dividend yields of over 3% and long history of consistent hikes make them attractive to income-focused investors.
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Government health agencies are pushing forward an <a target="_blank" href="https://www.fda.gov/news-events/press-announcements/hhs-fda-phase-out-petroleum-based-synthetic-dyes-nations-food-supply" rel="noreferrer noopener">overhaul of food additive rules</a> to remove petroleum-based artificial dyes from products sold in the U.S.
The effort, revealed on Wednesday, falls under health secretary&nbsp;Robert F. Kennedy Jr's larger "Make America Healthy Again" plan, which seeks to boost national health by tightening dietary guidelines.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and the Department of Health and Human Services introduced a roadmap outlining the shift toward plant-based food colorings across the industry.
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"For too long, some food producers have been feeding Americans petroleum-based chemicals without their knowledge or consent," said HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr.
"These poisonous compounds offer no nutritional benefit and pose real, measurable dangers to our children's health and development. That era is coming to an end.
As part of the plan, approvals for two synthetic dyes, Citrus Red No. 2 and Orange B, will be rescinded in the coming months.
Regulators are coordinating with manufacturers to eliminate six commonly used food colorings: FD&amp;C Red No. 40, FD&amp;C Yellow Nos. 5 and 6, FD&amp;C Green No. 3, and FD&amp;C Blue Nos. 1 and 2 by the end of next year.
The FDA also encouraged companies to retire FD&amp;C Red No. 3 ahead of the current 2027-2028 target. To support a seamless shift, the agency intends to authorize four new naturally derived color additives in the near future.
It is also speeding up the evaluation process for substitutes such as butterfly pea flower extract, Galdieria blue, gardenia blue, and calcium phosphate. In addition, updated regulatory guidelines are being developed to assist manufacturers in meeting the new requirements.
In collaboration with the National Institutes of Health (NIH), the FDA will undertake a broad research effort to assess how food dyes influence children's development and well-being.
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B of A Securities upgrades Hormel Foods (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) from Underperform to Neutral and raises the price target from $29 to $35.

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BofA Securities analysts Bryan D. Spillane, Lisa K. Lewandowski and Peter T. Galbo have put forward on Tuesday their research findings on consumer staple companies in the face of a potential recession.
The analysts said consumer staples have historically outperformed the S&amp;P 500 in most recent recessions, suggesting a defensive edge.
However, the analysts warned that current conditions, such as lingering high prices and weak volume growth, may limit their resilience in a future downturn.
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Still, their limited exposure to new tariffs could make the sector more appealing than others, potentially helping sustain valuation multiples.
During recessions, the Consumer Staples sector stock prices are primarily influenced by earnings per share (EPS) rather than sales growth.
Analysis shows that forward EPS estimates account for over 90% of stock price movement across key subsectors like Beverages, Household &amp; Personal Care (HPC), Packaged Food, and Tobacco, with the correlation being the tightest Beverages and HPC.
The analysts noted that this highlights the critical importance of earnings strength when evaluating stock performance in uncertain economic conditions.
A review of six past recessions reveals that certain Consumer Staples stocks consistently outperformed the S&amp;P 500.
Campbell Soup Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CPB#NYSE">CPB</a>), Colgate-Palmolive Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CL#NYSE">CL</a>), General Mills Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/GIS#NYSE">GIS</a>), McCormick &amp; Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MKC#NYSE">MKC</a>), PepsiCo Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PEP#NASDAQ">PEP</a>), and Hormel Foods Corp. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) each posted a 100% success rate in outperforming the index during those downturns.
In the last four recessions with the most comprehensive data, McCormick, General Mills, and Church &amp; Dwight Co. Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CHD#NYSE">CHD</a>) delivered the strongest relative performance.
Top-performing Consumer Staples stocks in a potential downturn will likely share three traits: profit flexibility to offset revenue pressure and rising costs, strong U.S. manufacturing presence to limit tariff-related inflation, and solid balance sheets capable of sustaining share buybacks to boost earnings per share.
Analysts see McCormick, Coca-Cola Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KO#NYSE">KO</a>) and Philip Morris International Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/PM#NYSE">PM</a>) as well-defended, with Keurig Dr Pepper Inc. (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/KDP#NASDAQ">KDP</a>), Molson Coors Beverage Co. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/TAP#NYSE">TAP</a>) and Altria Group Inc. (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/MO#NYSE">MO</a>) in the next tier of potential outperformers.
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Companies with a long history of paying dividends and consistently hiking them remain appealing to income-focused investors. Hormel Foods, ALLETE, and Alliant Energy have rewarded shareholders for years and recently announced dividend increases. These companies currently offer dividend yields of around 3-4%.
Hormel Foods
Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/HRL#NYSE">HRL</a>) develops, processes, and distributes various meat, nuts, and other food products to foodservice, convenience store, and commercial customers in the U.S. and internationally.
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Hormel Foods has raised its dividends every year for the last 59 years. In its most recent dividend hike announcement on Nov. 25, the company's board increased the quarterly payout by 3% to $0.29 per share, equal to an annual figure of $1.16 per share. Currently, the dividend yield stands at 4.03%.
Hormel Foods&#8217; annual revenue as of Jan. 31 stood at $11.91 billion. In its Q1 2025 earnings release on Feb. 27, the company posted revenues of $2.99 billion, beating the consensus estimate of $2.93 billion, while EPS of $0.35 came in below the consensus of $0.38.&nbsp;
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ALLETE
ALLETE (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/ALE#NYSE">ALE</a>) operates as an energy company in two segments, Regulated Operations and ALLETE Clean Energy. It generates electricity from coal-fired, biomass co-fired/natural gas, hydro, wind, and solar.
The company has increased its dividends consecutively for the last 14 years. According to its most recent dividend hike announcement on Jan. 30, its board raised the quarterly payout by 3.5% to $0.73, equaling an annual figure of $2.92 per share. Currently, the dividend yield on the stock is 4.46%.
ALLETE's annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $1.53 billion. In its most recent earnings release on Feb. 13, the company posted Q4 2024 revenues of $364.80 million and EPS of $0.87. Both figures came in below expectations.
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Alliant Energy
Alliant Energy Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/LNT#NASDAQ">LNT</a>) operates as a utility holding company that provides regulated electric and natural gas services in the U.S.
The company has raised its dividends every year for the last 21 years. In its most recent dividend announcement on Jan. 17, the company increased the quarterly payout from $0.48 to $0.5075 per share, equal to an annual figure of $2.03 per share. The current dividend yield is 3.27%.
Alliant Energy&#8217;s annual revenue as of Dec. 31 stood at $3.98 billion. As per the company&#8217;s Q4 2024 earnings release on Feb. 20, it posted revenues of $976 million and EPS of $0.70, both coming in above the consensus estimates.
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Hormel Foods, ALLETE, and Alliant Energy are good choices for investors seeking reliable passive income. Their dividend yields of around 3-4% and long history of consistent hikes make them attractive to income-focused investors.
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