Business Description
Hormel Foods Corp
NAICS : 311612
SIC : 2011
ISIN : US4404521001
Share Class Description:
HRL: Ordinary SharesTotal Employee Number:
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1972-06-01Description
Historically meat-focused, Hormel Foods broadened its lineup to include other protein offerings and became a branded food company. The firm sells its wares through multiple channels, including US retail (61.6% of fiscal 2025 sales), US foodservice (32.6%), and international (5.9%). By product, 73% of fiscal 2025 sales were from perishable food and 27% 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.
Financial Strength
7/10
| Name | Current | Vs Industry | Vs History | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Cash-To-Debt | 0.3 | |||||
Equity-to-Asset | 0.59 | |||||
Debt-to-Equity | 0.36 | |||||
Debt-to-EBITDA | 3.27 | |||||
Interest Coverage | 10.12 | |||||
Piotroski F-Score | 4/9 | |||||
Altman Z-Score | 3.28 | |||||
Beneish M-Score | -2.71 | |||||
WACC vs ROIC | ||||||
Growth Rank
3/10
| Name | Current | Vs Industry | Vs History | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
3-Year Revenue Growth Rate | -1 | |||||
3-Year EBITDA Growth Rate | -14 | |||||
3-Year EPS without NRI Growth Rate | -9 | |||||
3-Year FCF Growth Rate | -14.6 | |||||
3-Year Book Growth Rate | 1.4 | |||||
Future 3-5Y EPS without NRI Growth Rate Estimate Industry Rank | 6.73 | |||||
Future 3-5Y Total Revenue Growth Rate Estimate | 1.25 |
Momentum Rank
2/10
| Name | Current | Vs Industry | Vs History | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
5-Day RSI | 15.9 | |||||
9-Day RSI | 20.83 | |||||
14-Day RSI | 25.47 | |||||
3-1 Month Momentum % | 4.34 | |||||
6-1 Month Momentum % | 4.77 | |||||
12-1 Month Momentum % | -1.96 |
Liquidity Ratio
| Name | Current | Vs Industry | Vs History | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Current Ratio | 1.88 | |||||
Quick Ratio | 0.92 | |||||
Cash Ratio | 0.46 | |||||
Days Inventory | 62.5 | |||||
Days Sales Outstanding | 22.14 | |||||
Days Payable | 24.64 |
Dividend & Buy Back
| Name | Current | Vs Industry | Vs History | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Dividend Yield % | 5.59 | |||||
Dividend Payout Ratio | 0.82 | |||||
3-Year Dividend Growth Rate | 3.7 | |||||
Forward Dividend Yield % | 5.61 | |||||
5-Year Yield-on-Cost % | 7 | |||||
3-Year Average Share Buyback Ratio | -0.2 | |||||
Shareholder Yield % | 5.53 |
Profitability Rank
7/10
| Name | Current | Vs Industry | Vs History | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Gross Margin % | 15.68 | |||||
Operating Margin % | 6.56 | |||||
Net Margin % | 2.82 | |||||
EBITDA Margin % | 7.18 | |||||
FCF Margin % | 6.43 | |||||
OCF Margin % | 8.99 | |||||
ROE % | 4.31 | |||||
ROA % | 2.56 | |||||
ROIC % | 4.55 | |||||
3-Year ROIIC % | -77.62 | |||||
ROC (Joel Greenblatt) % | 17.49 | |||||
ROCE % | 5.08 | |||||
Years of Profitability over Past 10-Year | 10 | |||||
Moat Score | 7 | |||||
Tariff Resilience Score | 7 |
GF Value Rank
4/10
| Name | Current | Vs Industry | Vs History | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
PE Ratio | 33.29 | |||||
Forward PE Ratio | 13.33 | |||||
PE Ratio without NRI | 14.66 | |||||
Shiller PE Ratio | 11.21 | |||||
Price-to-Owner-Earnings | 27.14 | |||||
PS Ratio | 0.96 | |||||
PB Ratio | 1.47 | |||||
Price-to-Tangible-Book | 8.22 | |||||
Price-to-Free-Cash-Flow | 14.79 | |||||
Price-to-Operating-Cash-Flow | 10.57 | |||||
EV-to-EBIT | 22.55 | |||||
EV-to-Forward-EBIT | 12.96 | |||||
EV-to-EBITDA | 15.52 | |||||
EV-to-Forward-EBITDA | 9.94 | |||||
EV-to-Revenue | 1.11 | |||||
EV-to-Forward-Revenue | 1.1 | |||||
EV-to-FCF | 17.34 | |||||
Price-to-GF-Value | 0.69 | |||||
Price-to-Projected-FCF | 0.85 | |||||
Price-to-Median-PS-Value | 0.47 | |||||
Price-to-Graham-Number | 2.31 | |||||
Earnings Yield (Greenblatt) % | 4.43 | |||||
FCF Yield % | 6.77 | |||||
Forward Rate of Return (Yacktman) % | -0.92 |
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Key Statistics
| Name | Value | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Revenue (TTM) (Mil $) | 12,146.911 | ||
| EPS (TTM) ($) | 0.63 | ||
| Beta | 0.0828 | ||
| 3-Year Sharpe Ratio | -0.83 | ||
| 3-Year Sortino Ratio | -0.99 | ||
| Volatility % | 26.95 | ||
| 14-Day RSI | 25.47 | ||
| 14-Day ATR ($) | 0.542736 | ||
| 20-Day SMA ($) | 22.991 | ||
| 12-1 Month Momentum % | -1.96 | ||
| 52-Week Range ($) | 19.7 - 26.6 | ||
| Shares Outstanding (Mil) | 550.35 |
Piotroski F-Score Details
Year:
| Component | Result | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Piotroski F-Score | 4 | ||
| Positive ROA | |||
| Positive CFROA | |||
| Higher ROA yoy | |||
| CFROA > ROA | |||
| Lower Leverage yoy | |||
| Higher Current Ratio yoy | |||
| Less Shares Outstanding yoy | |||
| Higher Gross Margin yoy | |||
| Higher Asset Turnover yoy |
Hormel Foods Corp Filings
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Hormel Foods Corp Stock Events
| Event | Date | Price ($) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First quarter earnings conference call for 2027 | 2027-02-26 08:00 | In 170 days | ||
| First quarter earnings results for 2027 | 2027-02-26 | In 169 days | ||
| General meeting for 2027 | 2027-01-27 18:00 | In 140 days | ||
| Fourth quarter earnings conference call for 2026 | 2026-12-04 08:00 | In 86 days | ||
| Annual report for 2026 | 2026-12-04 | In 85 days | ||
| Fourth quarter earnings results for 2026 | 2026-12-04 | In 85 days | ||
| Guidance call for 2026 | 2026-09-09 13:30 | 21.54 (-0.09%) | ||
| Third quarter earnings conference call for 2026 | 2026-08-27 09:00 | 23.71 (-0.55%) | ||
| Third quarter earnings results for 2026 | 2026-08-27 | 23.71 (-0.55%) | ||
| USD 0.292500 Cash Dividend | 2026-07-13 | 24.73 (+1.39%) |
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Hormel Foods Corp Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hormel Foods Corp(HRL)'s stock price today?
The current price of HRL is $20.97. The 52 week high of HRL is $26.60 and 52 week low is $19.70.
When is next earnings date of Hormel Foods Corp(HRL)?
The next earnings date of Hormel Foods Corp(HRL) is 2026-12-04 Est..
Does Hormel Foods Corp(HRL) pay dividends? If so, how much?
TheĀ Dividend Yield % Ā of Hormel Foods Corp(HRL) is 5.59% (As of Today), HighestĀ Dividend Payout RatioĀ of Hormel Foods Corp(HRL) was 0.85. The lowest was 0.35. And the median was 0.56. The Ā Forward Dividend Yield % of Hormel Foods Corp(HRL) is 5.61%. For more information regarding to dividend, please check our Dividend Page.
Guru Commentaries on NYSE:HRL
2025 Q3
What the manager wrote
We bought Hormel (HRL), a grocery mainstay with protein-heavy offerings, that is well-positioned for favorable consumer trends. The company benefits from strong brand recognition and a diverse product portfolio, which allows it to capture market share in a growing sector. Hormel's focus on innovation and quality aligns with consumer preferences, making it a solid investment for income-focused portfolios. Its consistent dividend growth further enhances its appeal as a reliable income-generating asset.
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