Flowers Foods (FLO) Stock
Leading US packaged bakery company with trusted brands. Here's the price, business snapshot, and what's worth knowing about Flowers Foods in October 2026.
Flowers Foods, Inc. (FLO) is a US-based packaged bakery company that produces and distributes fresh and frozen bakery products — including bread, buns and sweet baked goods — under well-known brands such as Nature’s Own, Wonder and Dave’s Killer Bread. With a market capitalisation of around $2.69bn, it sits in the consumer staples space and typically offers defensive sales durability, steady cash flow and a history of dividend payments. Key drivers for investors include volume trends, pricing power, input costs (notably wheat and fuel), and distribution relationships with supermarkets and foodservice. Competition from private-label products and changing consumer tastes toward fresh or health-focused alternatives are ongoing risks. This summary is for general educational purposes only and not personal financial advice. Investors should consider their objectives and risk tolerance and consult a professional before acting; past performance is not a reliable indicator of future results.
Flowers Foods (FLO) Stock Forecast
Analyst price target, next 12 months
$16.95
+204.4% vs today's $5.57
Price range over the last 12 months
Close to its 12-month low
Analysts covering Flowers Foods have a consensus 12-month target of $16.95, above the current price of $5.57.
Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees. Capital at risk. Data as of 5 Oct 2026.
Source: Analyst sentiment is provided by Refinitiv Ltd, a global leader in financial market data with over 40k business clients. Refinitiv Ltd is an independent third party to Nemo. This is not advice.
Sixth Month Growth Performance
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts suggest keeping Flowers Foods stock as its price may rise in the future.
Financial Health
Flowers Foods is performing well with solid revenue, cash generation, and profit margins.
Dividend
Flowers Foods Inc's high dividend yield of 15.57% makes it very attractive for investors seeking regular income. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $155.70 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock
Steady, Defensive Sales
Bread demand tends to be resilient in downturns, which can support steady revenue — though growth may be modest and varies by category.
Brand and Distribution
Recognisable brands and supermarket relationships help reach volumes, but private-label competition and changing tastes are important headwinds.
Commodity Exposure
Margins are sensitive to wheat and fuel costs, so investors watch pricing power and cost management, remembering performance can fluctuate.
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