Flowers Foods, Inc.
FLOConsumer DefensiveNASDAQPackaged Foods
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the consumer defensive sector, Flowers Foods, Inc. focuses on Packaged Foods services and products. Flowers Foods, Inc. produces and markets packaged bakery food products in the United States. With a market capitalization of $1.30B, it sits in small-cap territory. The company's principal products include fresh breads, buns, rolls, snack items, bagels, English muffins, tortillas, baking mixes, and frozen breads and rolls as well as snack items including bars, cakes, cookies, and crackers.
Market Cap
$1.30B
Beta
0.43
P/E (TTM)
22.78
P/E (Fwd)
8.99
EPS (TTM)
$0.27
EPS (Fwd)
$0.68
ROE
4.0%
ROA
4.9%
Cash
$52.8M
Total Debt
$2.01B
Free CF
$298.5M
52W Change
-52.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where FLO stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 19, 2026 close, FLO finished 16.42% below its 150-day moving average ($7.31) and 23.05% below its 200-day moving average ($7.94). This snapshot is end-of-day data shown with a five-trading-day delay on the free plan; Premium members see readings from the latest close.
Is FLO overbought or oversold?
At the October 19, 2026 close, FLO's RSI(14) was 70.2, in overbought territory (above 70). The MACD histogram was positive, so short-term momentum leaned bullish at that close. These readings are historical, refresh daily after market close, and are not investment advice.
On the balance sheet, FLO has $52.8M in cash with $2.01B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. The company generates $298.5M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 4.0%, which is modest for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. ROA of 4.9% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $4.81B (2022) to $5.26B (2025).
The relatively low beta of 0.43 suggests FLO is a less volatile holding compared to the broader index. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing FLO.