Post Holdings, Inc.
POSTConsumer DefensiveNASDAQPackaged Foods · Last scanned Oct 24, 2026
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Daily timeframePart of the consumer defensive sector, Post Holdings, Inc. (POST) is listed under Packaged Foods. The company carries a $3.54B market cap, placing it firmly in the mid-cap category. It operates through Post Consumer Brands, Weetabix, Foodservice, and Refrigerated Retail segments.
Market Cap
$3.54B
Beta
0.32
P/E (TTM)
14.65
P/E (Fwd)
11.19
EPS (TTM)
$5.50
EPS (Fwd)
$7.20
ROE
8.3%
ROA
4.2%
Cash
$266.5M
Total Debt
$7.63B
Free CF
$394.6M
52W Change
-26.4%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
Where POST stands vs its 150-day and 200-day moving averages
As of the October 13, 2026 close, POST finished 14.84% below its 150-day moving average ($90.22) and 17.76% below its 200-day moving average ($93.42). 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 POST overbought or oversold?
At the October 13, 2026 close, POST's RSI(14) was 53.4, 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.
On the balance sheet, POST has $266.5M in cash with $7.63B in obligations. The ability to service this debt comfortably depends on continued operational cash generation. Free cash flow comes in at $394.6M, providing flexibility for reinvestment, buybacks, or dividends. Consistent free cash flow generation is often considered a sign of operational health. ROE of 8.3% points to decent capital efficiency, indicating how much profit the company produces per dollar of shareholder equity. ROA of 4.2% is on the lower side, which is common in asset-heavy industries. Revenue has grown from $5.85B (2022) to $8.16B (2025), reflecting a 39% increase over the period.
With a beta below 0.7, Post Holdings, Inc. typically sees smaller price swings than the overall market, offering a degree of stability during turbulent periods. 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 Post Holdings, Inc.'s trajectory.