The Marzetti Company
MZTIConsumer DefensiveNASDAQPackaged Foods · Last scanned Oct 26, 2026
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Daily timeframeHeadquartered within the consumer defensive sector, The Marzetti Company focuses on Packaged Foods services and products. The Marzetti Company engages in manufacturing and marketing of specialty food products for the retail and foodservice channels in the United States. The $2.98B market capitalization puts MZTI squarely in mid-cap range for its industry. It operates in two segments, Retail and Foodservice.
Market Cap
$2.98B
Beta
0.36
P/E (TTM)
15.63
P/E (Fwd)
15.10
EPS (TTM)
$6.98
EPS (Fwd)
$7.23
ROE
18.7%
ROA
10.3%
Cash
$25.1M
Total Debt
$253.8M
Free CF
$132.8M
52W Change
-33.2%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where MZTI stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 7, 2026 close, MZTI finished 14.47% below its 150-day moving average ($117.15) and 21.74% below its 200-day moving average ($128.03). 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 MZTI overbought or oversold?
At the October 7, 2026 close, MZTI's RSI(14) was 39.9, in neutral territory (between 30 and 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.
The company holds $25.1M in cash, though total debt stands at $253.8M. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Annual free cash flow of $132.8M supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. ROE of 18.7% points to strong capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. Return on assets of 10.3% further supports the picture of efficient asset utilization. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $1.68B to $1.93B.
MZTI'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. Understanding these risk dimensions helps frame what to watch going forward as conditions evolve for The Marzetti Company and its sector.