Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.
LWConsumer DefensiveNASDAQPackaged Foods
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Daily timeframeLamb Weston Holdings, Inc. engages in the production, distribution, and marketing of frozen potato products in the United States, Canada, Mexico, and internationally. The $5.96B market capitalization puts LW squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. It offers frozen potatoes, commercial ingredients, and appetizers under the Lamb Weston brand, as well as under various customer labels.
Market Cap
$5.96B
Beta
0.46
P/E (TTM)
20.27
P/E (Fwd)
14.39
EPS (TTM)
$2.13
EPS (Fwd)
$3.00
ROE
17.4%
ROA
6.3%
Cash
$57.5M
Total Debt
$4.02B
Free CF
$597.0M
52W Change
-21.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $57.5M in cash, though total debt stands at $4.02B. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. The company generates $597.0M in free cash flow annually, which funds everything from R&D to shareholder returns without needing external financing. Return on equity stands at 17.4%, which is strong for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 6.3% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has grown from $4.10B (2022) to $6.45B (2025), reflecting a 57% increase over the period.
LW's low beta indicates it tends to be less volatile than the broader market, which may suit investors seeking more stable price behavior. Debt significantly exceeds cash reserves, which means the company's financial flexibility could be constrained during economic downturns. These risk factors are not exhaustive — macroeconomic shifts, regulatory changes, and competitive dynamics can all influence Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.'s trajectory.