Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)

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Hormel (HRL) Upgraded to Buy: Here's What You Should Know
HRL
Published: February 27, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Hormel (HRL) has been upgraded to a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy), reflecting growing optimism about the company's earnings prospects. This might drive the stock higher in the near term.

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Published: February 27, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

The ProShares S&P 500 Dividend Aristocrat ETF (NOBL) is up 9.39% YTD in 2026, decisively outperforming SPY's 1.08%. Dividend Aristocrats are regaining momentum after a weak 2025, with 55 outpacing SPY and 39 posting double-digit gains this year already. Dividend growth is lagging, with 2026's average increase currently at 3.22%, below last year's trend and potentially signaling headwinds.

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Hormel: Hope Feels Canned Like The Ham
HRL
Published: February 27, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

I recently completed a review of high dividend packaged food companies based on a matrix of factors including forward yield, payout ratio, value, growth, profitability, and financial strength. Hormel did not compare favorably to many of its peers, but stands out as a Dividend King trading at a discount. Many investors might rightly expect solid long-term performance from a Dividend King; Hormel's total return was a net loss almost 40% over the last three years.

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Hormel Foods Q1 Earnings Beat Estimates, Sales Increase Y/Y
HRL
Published: February 26, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

HRL tops first-quarter EPS estimates as sales edge up 1.3%, but margins tighten and volumes fall despite Foodservice and International strength.

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Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript
HRL
Published: February 26, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) Q1 2026 Earnings Call Transcript

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Hormel Foods: A Mixed Start To FY2026
HRL
Published: February 26, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Hormel Foods Corporation reported mixed Q1 results, showing relatively weak overall earnings but guiding a more stable FY2026 outlook. The retail segment showed a steep decline in sales volume, combining with limited pricing power. HRL's positioning in foodservice and international markets has remained better, proven by strong pricing power.

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Hormel (HRL) Reports Q1 Earnings: What Key Metrics Have to Say
HRL
Published: February 26, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

The headline numbers for Hormel (HRL) give insight into how the company performed in the quarter ended January 2026, but it may be worthwhile to compare some of its key metrics to Wall Street estimates and the year-ago actuals.

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Hormel Foods (HRL) Surpasses Q1 Earnings and Revenue Estimates
HRL
Published: February 26, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Hormel Foods (HRL) came out with quarterly earnings of $0.34 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $0.32 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.35 per share a year ago.

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4 Meat Stocks to Monitor Amid a Volatile and Uncertain Market
BYND, HRL, SFD, TSN
Published: February 24, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

TSN, HRL, SFD and BYND are navigating cost and export pressures with diversified portfolios, strong brands and steady protein demand.

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Hormel Foods Gears Up for Q1 Earnings: Key Insights for Investors
HRL
Published: February 24, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

HRL's first-quarter results are likely to show modest sales growth, but elevated beef costs and turkey constraints may pressure earnings.

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Why 5 Dividend Aristocrats Are Boomers' Favorite Retirement Income Stocks
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Published: February 23, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

At 24/7 Wall St., we have closely followed dividend-paying stocks for over 15 years.

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How HRL Is Reshaping Its Portfolio to Support Long-Term Growth
HRL
Published: February 19, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Hormel Foods is reshaping its portfolio with a strategic divestiture to boost profitability and focus on value-added protein offerings.

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Hormel Foods Posts Q1 Preliminary Results: What Lies Ahead?
HRL
Published: February 18, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

HRL posts Q1 prelim sales of $3 billion with 2% organic growth and reaffirms fiscal 2026 outlook as it advances protein-focused strategy.

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Barron's 100 Sustainable Dividend Dogs Fetch 1 Ideal February Buy Of 31 "Safer" Picks
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Published: February 17, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Barron's 2025 Top 100 Sustainable Companies, ranked via Calvert's ESG metrics, highlight dividend-paying 'dogs' with strong yield and potential upside. Yield-based analysis identifies Robert Half, Regions Financial, and others as offering dividends exceeding share prices, with Regions uniquely 'safer' by free cash flow. Analyst forecasts suggest 17.46%–42.16% net gains for select ESG 'dogs' by February 2027, with average risk 12% below the market.

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HRL's Pricing and Cost Actions to Support Margins in FY26
HRL
Published: February 17, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Hormel Foods sees improving earnings visibility into fiscal 2026 as pricing actions, cost cuts and efficiency gains begin to offset recent headwinds.

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Insights Into Hormel (HRL) Q1: Wall Street Projections for Key Metrics
HRL
Published: February 12, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

Beyond analysts' top-and-bottom-line estimates for Hormel (HRL), evaluate projections for some of its key metrics to gain a better insight into how the business might have performed for the quarter ended January 2026.

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Dividend Kings: No Ideal Buys In February's 57
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Published: February 10, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Neutral

Dividend Kings remain broadly overvalued, with only a handful approaching fair price despite elevated yields. Three Dividend Kings—Canadian Utilities, Fortis, and Hormel—currently meet the dogcatcher 'ideal' but face dividend safety concerns due to negative free cash flow margins. Analyst projections estimate 14.16% to 27.77% net gains for top-yielding Dividend Kings by February 2027, with ABBV and NWN ranking in the top 20 across yield, target, and returns.

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Hormel Foods Corporation Announces First Quarter Earnings Call and Participation in 2026 CAGNY Conference
HRL
Published: February 02, 2026 by: PRNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

AUSTIN, Minn., Feb. 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced its participation at the upcoming 2026 Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) Conference and confirmed key details for the fiscal 2026 first quarter earnings call.

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5 Low-Beta Defensive Stocks to Sail Through Ongoing Market Volatility
AEE, FTS, HRL, JJSF, OGS
Published: January 27, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Negative

With inflation sticking above the Fed's 2% target, low-beta plays AEE, FTS, OGS, HRL and JJSF stand out to cushion volatility.

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Hormel Foods International Sales: Still a Growth Engine?
HRL
Published: January 21, 2026 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

HRL's International business highlights pockets of growth, with branded products gaining traction despite ongoing regional market challenges.

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Consumer Staples Are Exploding Higher in 2026: Buy 5 High-Yielding Dividend Kings Now
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Published: January 21, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

Consumer staples underperformed in a big way in 2025 but may see a more favorable environment in 2026 with easing sector-specific pressures and fiscal stimulus potentially boosting demand.

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Hormel Foods: Dividend King That's Too Cheap To Ignore At Decade Lows
HRL
Published: January 15, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Hormel Foods is rated a Buy, trading near decade lows with a ~5% dividend yield and strong fundamentals. HRL targets 2–3% organic net sales growth and 5–7% operating income growth long-term, supported by portfolio optimization and protein focus. Free cash flow is expected to normalize following elevated CAPEX and inventory build-up in 2025, with the valuation estimating their fair value above current levels.

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MoneyShow's Best Investment Ideas For 2026: Part 5
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Published: January 15, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

MoneyShow presents top investment ideas for 2026 from their contributors. This year's edition presents a mix of metals plays, financial stocks, deep value names, high-octane growth and tech stocks, and beaten-down REITs that offer solid income and turnaround potential. Part 5 of this series includes Hormel Foods, IonQ, Kodiak AI, Lara Exploration and MannKind.

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Here's 7 Ideal "Safer" January Dividend Dogs In The S&P500
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Published: January 14, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Seven S&P 500 high-yield 'safer' dividend stocks—like Ford, AT&T, and VICI—offer strong payouts supported by free cash flow and attractive valuations. Analyst projections indicate 22.78% to 36.88% net gains for the top ten S&P 500 dividend dogs by January 2027, with average risk 16% below the market. Nine of the top ten S&P 500 dividend dogs already meet the ideal of annual dividends from $1K invested exceeding their share price, signaling fair or undervalued entry points.

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3 Dividend Stocks With High Yields and a Triple-Digit Upside Potential
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Published: January 12, 2026 by: 24/7 Wall Street
Sentiment: Positive

You don't have to settle for a moderate yield with moderate upside if you like dividend stocks.

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Hormel: Buy This Dividend Aristocrat While It Dips
HRL
Published: January 06, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

Hormel Foods trades near 52-week lows with a forward P/E of 15.7 and an attractive 5.1% dividend yield. HRL demonstrates resilient organic growth across all segments, supported by strong brands and ongoing portfolio modernization. Management guides for 1%–4% organic sales growth and 7% operating income growth midpoint in fiscal 2026 as margin pressures ease.

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3 Of My Favorite Dividend Growth Stocks For 2026
HRL, LOW, PEP
Published: January 02, 2026 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

PepsiCo (PEP), Hormel (HRL), and Lowe's (LOW) are long-term buys, all trading at attractive valuations after sector underperformance in 2025. PEP offers a nearly 4% yield, a 53-year dividend growth streak, and catalysts from cost-cutting and new product initiatives. HRL is undervalued with a 4.8% yield and potential turnaround under the interim CEO.

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Hormel Foods Foodservice Growth: Is This a Key Earnings Lever?
HRL
Published: December 31, 2025 by: Zacks Investment Research
Sentiment: Positive

HRL's Foodservice unit delivered solid sales growth in Q4, powered by higher-value proteins, even as input costs pressured profits.

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Published: December 31, 2025 by: Seeking Alpha
Sentiment: Positive

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HRL Investor News: If You Have Suffered Losses in Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), You Are Encouraged to Contact The Rosen Law Firm About Your Rights
HRL
Published: December 15, 2025 by: GlobeNewsWire
Sentiment: Neutral

NEW YORK, Dec. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- WHY: Rosen Law Firm, a global investor rights law firm, continues to investigate potential securities claims on behalf of shareholders of Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL) resulting from allegations that Hormel may have issued materially misleading business information to the investing public.

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About Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)

  • IPO Date 1980-03-17
  • Website https://www.hormelfoods.com
  • Industry Packaged Foods
  • CEO Jeffrey Ettinger
  • Employees 20000

Hormel Foods Corporation develops, processes, and distributes various meat, nuts, and food products to retail, foodservice, deli, and commercial customers in the United States and internationally. The company operates through four segments: Grocery Products, Refrigerated Foods, Jennie-O Turkey Store, and International & Other. It provides various perishable products that include fresh meats, frozen items, refrigerated meal solutions, sausages, hams, guacamoles, and bacons; and shelf-stable products comprising canned luncheon meats, nut butters, snack nuts, chilies, shelf-stable microwaveable meals, hashes, stews, tortillas, salsas, tortilla chips, and others. The company also engages in the processing, marketing, and sale of branded and unbranded pork, beef, poultry, and turkey products, as well as offers nutritional food products and supplements, desserts and drink mixes, and industrial gelatin products. It sells its products primarily under the SKIPPY, SPAM, Hormel, Natural Choice, Applegate, Justin's, Jennie-O, Café H, Herdez, Black Label, Sadler's, Columbus, Gatherings, Herdez, Wholly, Columbus, Planters, NUT-rition, Planters Cheez Balls, Corn Nuts, etc. brand names through sales personnel, independent brokers, and distributors. The company was formerly known as Geo. A. Hormel & Company and changed its name to Hormel Foods Corporation in January 1995. Hormel Foods Corporation was founded in 1891 and is headquartered in Austin, Minnesota.