Hormel Foods (HRL) Stock
Branded packaged foods company with steady cash flow. Here's the price, business snapshot, and what's worth knowing about Hormel Foods in October 2026.
Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) is a US-based packaged foods company known for branded and value-added meat and grocery products. Its portfolio includes legacy brands and newer premium lines, with sales split across retail, foodservice and international markets. Investors often look to Hormel for relatively predictable demand, steady cash generation and a long history of shareholder distributions, supported by branded products and scale. Key growth drivers include product innovation, premiumisation, acquisition-led expansion and gradual internationalisation. Major risks are commodity-price swings (especially pork and turkey), labour and supply-chain pressures, and intense competition from other food manufacturers and private labels. Hormel’s market cap sits around $13.2bn, placing it in the mid-cap range. This information is educational only and not personal financial advice; suitability depends on individual circumstances and investors should research fundamentals, valuation and risks before acting. Past performance is not a guide to future results and stock values can fall as well as rise.
Hormel Foods (HRL) Stock Forecast
Analyst price target, next 12 months
$28.42
+36.7% vs today's $20.79
Price range over the last 12 months
In the middle of its 12-month range
Analysts covering Hormel Foods have a consensus 12-month target of $28.42, above the current price of $20.79.
Analyst targets are opinions, not guarantees. Capital at risk. Data as of 28 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 holding Hormel Foods' stock, indicating it may not rise significantly soon.
Financial Health
Hormel Foods is showing solid revenue and cash flow, but its profit margins are somewhat low.
Dividend
Hormel Foods' dividend yield of 5.48% is appealing for investors looking for regular income. If you invested $1000 you would be paid $57.00 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
Why You’ll Want to Watch This Stock
Stable cash generation
Consistent consumer demand and branded products can support reliable cash flow, though margins fluctuate with commodity cycles.
Brands and expansion
A diverse brand portfolio and targeted acquisitions can drive growth and premiumisation, but integration and competition are ongoing challenges.
Commodity cost exposure
Pork, turkey and feed-price swings can pressure margins; management’s pricing and hedging help but performance can vary.
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