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Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) Stock

Hormel Foods Corporation Stock Details, Movements and Public Alerts

Stock Details

Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL), a prominent company in the consumer defensive sector within the packaged foods industry, is based in USA and primarily trades on the NYSE.Currently, the stock is trading at $24.02. Over the past 52 weeks, it has ranged between $21.03 and $31.38. This places the current price at 76.5% of its 52-week high and 14.2% above its 52-week low. Recent trading volume was recorded at 5,068,848. The International Securities Identification Number (ISIN) for this stock is US4404521001.

52-Week Range

$31.38 - $21.03

-23.45% from high · +14.22% from low

Avg Daily Volume

5,068,848

Latest volume

Fundamentals

Valuation Metrics

P/E Ratio (TTM)

27.25

Above market average

Forward P/E

16.61

Earnings expected to grow

PEG Ratio

3.37

Potentially overvalued

Price to Book

1.65

EV/EBITDA

15.13

EPS (TTM)

$0.87

Price to Sales

1.08

Beta

0.33

Less volatile than market

How is HRL valued relative to its earnings and growth?
Hormel Foods Corporation trades at a P/E ratio of 27.25, which is above the market average of approximately 20. This premium valuation suggests investors expect above-average growth or the company has competitive advantages justifying the higher multiple. Looking ahead, the forward P/E of 16.61 is lower than the current P/E, indicating analysts expect earnings to grow over the next year. The PEG ratio of 3.37 indicates a premium valuation even accounting for growth.
What is HRL's risk profile compared to the market?
With a beta of 0.33, Hormel Foods Corporation is less volatile than the overall market. This means when the market moves up or down by 10%, this stock typically moves less than 10% in the same direction. Lower beta stocks are often preferred by conservative investors seeking stability. The price-to-book ratio of 1.65 shows investors value the company above its book value, which often reflects intangible assets or growth prospects.

Performance & Growth

Profit Margin

3.95%

Operating Margin

7.22%

EBITDA

$1.22B

Return on Equity

6.00%

Return on Assets

4.48%

Revenue Growth (YoY)

1.50%

Earnings Growth (YoY)

3.10%

How profitable and efficient is HRL's business model?
Hormel Foods Corporation achieves a profit margin of 3.95%, meaning it retains $3.95 from every $100 in revenue after all expenses. This relatively low margin suggests the company operates in a competitive environment or high-cost industry where profitability is challenging. The operating margin of 7.22% reveals how efficiently the company runs its core business operations before interest and taxes. With ROE at 6.00% and ROA at 4.48%, the company achieves moderate returns on invested capital.
What are HRL's recent growth trends?
Hormel Foods Corporation's revenue grew by 1.50% year-over-year, showing steady progress in growing the business. This positive trajectory indicates the company maintains competitive positioning in its markets. Earnings increased by 3.10% year-over-year, outpacing revenue growth through improved margins. These growth metrics should be evaluated against PACKAGED FOODS industry averages for proper context.

Dividend Information

Dividend Per Share

$1.16

Dividend Yield

4.89%

Ex-Dividend Date

Jan 12, 2026

Dividend Date

Feb 17, 2026

What dividend income can investors expect from HRL?
Hormel Foods Corporation offers a dividend yield of 4.89%, paying $1.16 per share annually. This high yield exceeds 4%, significantly outperforming the S&P 500 average of 1.5-2% and most investment-grade bonds. For income-focused investors, this represents an attractive cash flow opportunity, though high yields sometimes signal market concerns about sustainability. To receive the next dividend, shares must be purchased before the ex-dividend date of Jan 12, 2026.
How reliable is HRL's dividend for long-term investors?
The dividend sustainability can be assessed through the payout ratio - Hormel Foods Corporation pays $1.16 per share in dividends against earnings of $0.87 per share, resulting in a payout ratio of 100.00%. This very high payout exceeding 90% raises sustainability concerns, as nearly all earnings go to dividends. Any earnings decline could force a dividend cut. The next dividend payment is scheduled for Feb 17, 2026.

Company Size & Market

Market Cap

$13.0B

Revenue (TTM)

$12.11B

Revenue/Share (TTM)

$22.00

Shares Outstanding

550.11M

Book Value/Share

$14.36

Asset Type

Common Stock

What is HRL's market capitalization and position?
Hormel Foods Corporation has a market capitalization of $13.0B, classifying it as a large-cap stock ($10B-$200B). Large-caps are typically industry leaders with established business models, offering a balance of stability and growth potential. They often provide dividend income and are core holdings in institutional portfolios. With 550.11M shares outstanding, the company's ownership is relatively concentrated. As a participant in the PACKAGED FOODS industry, it competes with other firms in this sector.
How does HRL's price compare to its book value?
Hormel Foods Corporation's book value per share is $14.36, while the current stock price is $24.02, resulting in a price-to-book (P/B) ratio of 1.67. This reasonable premium to book value suggests the market values the company's earnings power and intangible assets appropriately. Most profitable companies trade between 1-3x book value. As a common stock, this represents equity ownership with voting rights.

Analyst Ratings

Analyst Target Price

$27.25

13.45% upside potential

Analyst Recommendations

Strong Buy

3

Buy

1

Hold

6

Sell

0

Strong Sell

0

How reliable are analyst predictions for HRL?
10 analysts cover HRL with 40% recommending buy/strong buy ratings. Analyst predictions have mixed reliability - studies show consensus rarely beats market returns consistently. The mixed views reflect uncertainty about the outlook. The consensus target of $27.25 implies 13.4% upside, but targets are often adjusted to follow price moves rather than predict them.
What is the Wall Street consensus on HRL?
Current analyst recommendations:3 Strong Buy, 1 Buy, 6 Hold, 00The neutral stance suggests uncertainty or fair valuation at current levels.Remember that analyst opinions often lag price movements and can be influenced by investment banking relationships.

Fundamentals last updated: Dec 13, 2025, 08:30 AM

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