Hormel Foods Corporation
HRLConsumer DefensiveNASDAQPackaged Foods · Last scanned May 29, 2026
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Daily timeframe1 of 4 indicators bearish as of May 28
Hormel Foods Corporation develops, processes, and distributes various meat, nuts, and other food products to foodservice, convenience store, and commercial customers in the United States and. The company carries a $12.98B market cap, placing it firmly in the large-cap category. It operates through three segments: Retail, Foodservice, and International segments.
Market Cap
$12.98B
Beta
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P/E (TTM)
26.51
P/E (Fwd)
15.08
EPS (TTM)
$0.89
EPS (Fwd)
$1.56
ROE
5.8%
ROA
4.4%
Cash
$574.3M
Total Debt
$250.0M
Free CF
$447.5M
52W Change
-23.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Hormel Foods Corporation holds $574.3M in cash against $250.0M in total debt, giving it a net cash position. This means the company could theoretically pay off all its debt and still have cash remaining. Free cash flow comes in at $447.5M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of 5.8% points to modest capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 4.4% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has been relatively flat, moving from $12.46B (2022) to $12.11B (2025).
The strong cash position relative to debt provides a financial cushion that reduces balance sheet risk. It is important to consider these factors alongside broader market conditions and individual financial goals when reviewing HRL.