The Campbell's Company
CPBConsumer DefensiveNASDAQPackaged Foods
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Daily timeframePart of the consumer defensive sector, The Campbell's Company (CPB) is listed under Packaged Foods. The $6.26B market capitalization puts CPB squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. It operates through Meals & Beverages, and Snacks segments.
Market Cap
$6.26B
Beta
-0.01
P/E (TTM)
11.41
P/E (Fwd)
9.88
EPS (TTM)
$1.84
EPS (Fwd)
$2.13
ROE
13.9%
ROA
5.3%
Cash
$561.0M
Total Debt
$7.41B
Free CF
$862.5M
52W Change
-38.8%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
On the balance sheet, CPB has $561.0M in cash with $7.41B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow comes in at $862.5M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of 13.9% points to decent capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. An ROA of 5.3% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $8.56B to $10.25B.
CPB's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. The Campbell's Company carries a heavier debt load relative to its cash position, which introduces financial risk that investors should weigh. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing CPB's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.