Flowers Foods, Inc.
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.
Stock Performance Snapshot
Analyst Rating
Analysts recommend holding Flowers Foods' stock with a target price of $24.29, indicating potential growth.
Financial Health
Flowers Foods is performing well with strong profits and revenue, indicating healthy business operations.
Dividend
Flowers Foods offers a strong dividend yield of 7.18%, making it appealing for dividend-seeking investors. If you invested $1000, you would be paid $71.80 a year in dividends (based on the last 12 months).
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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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