Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.
LWConsumer DefensiveNASDAQPackaged Foods · Last scanned Oct 26, 2026
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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 company carries a $7.42B market cap, placing it firmly in the mid-cap category. The company offers frozen potatoes, commercial ingredients, and appetizers under the Lamb Weston brand, as well as under various customer labels.
Market Cap
$7.42B
Beta
0.47
P/E (TTM)
29.42
P/E (Fwd)
15.24
EPS (TTM)
$1.83
EPS (Fwd)
$3.53
ROE
14.2%
ROA
5.8%
Cash
$166.3M
Total Debt
$3.96B
Free CF
$331.8M
52W Change
-19.1%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where LW stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 20, 2026 close, LW finished 16.28% above its 150-day moving average ($45.96) and 17.19% above its 200-day moving average ($45.60). 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 LW overbought or oversold?
At the October 20, 2026 close, LW's RSI(14) was 76.7, 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.
Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. carries $3.96B in total debt against $166.3M in cash reserves — debt is roughly 23.8x the cash position. Managing this leverage effectively will be important for long-term financial stability. Free cash flow comes in at $331.8M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of 14.2% points to decent capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. An ROA of 5.8% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has grown from $4.10B (2022) to $6.61B (2026), reflecting a 61% increase over the period.
The relatively low beta of 0.47 suggests LW 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. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. and its sector.