Seneca Foods Corporation
SENEAConsumer DefensiveNASDAQPackaged Foods
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Daily timeframePart of the consumer defensive sector, Seneca Foods Corporation (SENEA) is listed under Packaged Foods. With a market capitalization of $964.9M, it sits in small-cap territory. The company offers canned, frozen, and jarred produce; jarred fruit; and snack chips and other food products under the private label, as well as under various national and regional brands that the company owns or licenses, including Seneca, Libby's, Green Giant, Aunt Nellie's, CherryMan, Green Valley, and READ.
Market Cap
$964.9M
Beta
-0.03
P/E (TTM)
10.80
P/E (Fwd)
—
EPS (TTM)
$12.99
EPS (Fwd)
—
ROE
13.6%
ROA
6.7%
Cash
$33.3M
Total Debt
$294.2M
Free CF
$151.8M
52W Change
52.3%
Annual Financials
Cash vs Debt
The company holds $33.3M in cash, though total debt stands at $294.2M. This level of leverage is common in the industry but worth monitoring as interest rate conditions evolve. Annual free cash flow of $151.8M supports ongoing capital allocation decisions and provides a cushion against unexpected expenses or downturns. Return on equity stands at 13.6%, which is decent for the sector. ROE measures how effectively a company uses shareholder capital to generate profits. An ROA of 6.7% suggests reasonable efficiency in deploying the company's asset base. Revenue has been uneven over recent years, ranging from $1.39B to $1.58B.
SENEA'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. No single metric tells the full story. Reviewing SENEA's risk profile alongside its fundamentals and technical indicators provides a more complete picture.