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General Mills

Coca Puffs is a brand of chocolate-flavored puffed grain breakfast cereal, manufactured by General Mills. Introduced in 1958, the cereal consists of small orbs of corn, oats, and rice flavored with cocoa. Essentially, Cocoa Puffs are Kix cereal with chocolate flavoring; similarly, Trix has been, for most of its existence, fruit-flavored Kix.

Coca Puffs

Cheerios is an American brand of cereal manufactured by General Mills, consisting of pulverized oats in the shape of a solid torus. In some countries, including the United Kingdom, Cheerios is marketed by Cereal Partners under the Nestlé brand; in Australia and New Zealand, Cheerios is sold as an Uncle Toby's product. It was first manufactured in 1941 and was originally called CheeriOats.

Cheerios

Colombo originated from a family business run by Rose and Sarkis Colombosian, Armenian immigrants who lived in Andover, Massachusetts. Yogurt was first commercially produced and sold in the United States in 1929 by the Colombosians, whose family business later became Colombo Yogurt.

Colombo

Annie's Homegrown is a Berkeley, California-based maker of "natural" and organic pastas, meals and snacks owned by General Mills. The company was founded in Hampton, Connecticut by Annie Withey and Andrew Martin, who previously founded Smartfood popcorn along with Ken Martin. It is perhaps best known for its macaroni and cheese product line, which comes in shell form and bunny rabbit shapes, and is the second best selling macaroni and cheese in the United States

Annie's Homegrown

Haagen-Dazs is an American ice cream brand, established by Reuben and Rose Mattus in the Bronx, New York, in 1961. Starting with only three flavors: vanilla, chocolate, and coffee, the company opened its first retail store in Brooklyn, New York, on November 15, 1976. The business now has franchises throughout the United States and many other countries around the world including the United Kingdom, Australia, India, China, Lebanon, New Zealand, and Brazil.

Haagen-Dazs

Yoplait is the largest franchise brand of yogurt, jointly owned by United States–based food conglomerate General Mills and French dairy cooperative Sodiaal.

Yoplait

Pillsbury is an American brand name used by Minneapolis-based General Mills and Orrville, Ohio-based J.M. Smucker Company. Historically, the Pillsbury Company, also based in Minneapolis, was a rival company to General Mills and was one of the world's largest producers of grain and other foodstuffs until it was bought out by General Mills in 2001.

Pillsbury

Betty Crocker is a fictional character used in advertising campaigns for food and recipes. It was originally created by the Washburn-Crosby Company in 1921 following a contest in the Saturday Evening Post. In 1954, General Mills, an American Fortune 500 corporation branded the red spoon logo, giving various food-related merchandise the Betty Seal of Approval.

Betty Crocker

Trix is a brand of breakfast cereal made by General Mills in Minneapolis, Minnesota, for the North American market and by Cereal Partners (using the Nestlé brand) elsewhere in the world. The cereal consists of fruit-flavored, sweetened, ground-corn pieces.

Trix

Lucky Charms is a brand of cereal produced by the General Mills food company since 1964. The cereal consists of toasted oat pieces and multi-colored marshmallow shapes ("marbits" or marshmallow bits). The label features a leprechaun mascot, Lucky, animated in commercials.

Lucky Charms

General Mills, Inc. engages in the manufacture and marketing of branded consumer foods sold through retail stores. Its product categories include snacks, ready-to-eat cereal, convenient meals, pet food, refrigerated and frozen dough, baking mixes and ingredients, yogurt, and ice cream. The firm operates through the following segments: North America Retail, International, Pet, and North America Foodservice. The North America Retail segment includes grocery stores, mass merchandisers, membership stores, natural food chains, drug, dollar and discount chains, convenience stores, and e-commerce grocery providers. The International segment refers to the retail and foodservice businesses outside of the US and Canada. The Pet segment includes pet food products sold in national pet superstore chains, e-commerce retailers, grocery stores, regional pet store chains, mass merchandisers, and veterinary clinics and hospitals. The North America Foodservice segment offers ready-to-eat cereals, snacks, refrigerated yogurt, frozen meals, unbaked and fully baked frozen dough products, baking mixes, and bakery flour. The company was founded by Cadwallader C. Washburn on June 20, 1928 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, MN.

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General Mills achieves record sales in fiscal 2023, anticipates changing environment in 2024

General Mills delivered strong fiscal 2023 performance, with a focus on effective competition, future investments, and portfolio reshaping. The company anticipates a new environment in fiscal 2024, with priorities centered on effective competition, supply chain efficiency, and disciplined capital allocation. Despite potential challenges, General Mills is well-positioned to capitalize on opportunities for growth and market leadership.

General Mills reports strong Q2 performance, outlines fiscal 2024 priorities

General Mills delivered a robust performance in Q2 2023, driven by strong net sales and organic growth. While facing challenges in the North America Foodservice segment, the company remains agile and confident in its ability to navigate changes. With a focus on fiscal 2024 priorities, General Mills is well-positioned to capitalize on growth opportunities.

General Mills reports robust Q3 performance amidst inflation challenges

General Mills showcased strong sales growth in the Pet segment, effective inventory management, and strategic initiatives to address inflation challenges. The company's focus on brand investments, strategic revenue management, and marketing optimization positions it well for future growth.

General Mills reports strong earnings, eyes growth through innovation

General Mills showcased robust financial performance, recovery in key segments, and strategic growth initiatives for fiscal '24.
While challenges like consumer behavior shifts and inflation exist, the company is well-positioned to leverage opportunities for growth.
Efforts towards improving margins, driving volume growth, and managing cash flow efficiently are key focus areas for the company.
Overall, General Mills remains optimistic about its performance and growth prospects in the upcoming year.

General Mills projects sales growth amidst evolving consumer trends

General Mills anticipates sales growth, focusing on brand equity and innovation. Challenges include shifts in consumer behavior and competitive private labels. Opportunities lie in acquisitions and adapting to changing market dynamics. Strategies in place to drive long-term growth and maintain market share.

General Mills reports strong Q2 performance, eyes strategic growth opportunities

General Mills showcased strong performance in Q2 2024, with margin improvements and strategic focus on the pet business. Challenges include temporary headwinds in retailer inventory destocking and competitive distribution normalization. Opportunities lie in EPS flexibility, strategic acquisitions, and pricing dynamics for growth.

General Mills reports steady Q3 performance, eyes acquisitions for growth

General Mills' Q3 results reflect a balanced performance with a cautious optimism for Q4. Strategic focus on brand value, market share growth, and cost management positions the company well for future opportunities.

General Mills Q4 Earnings: Focus on Recovery and Growth

General Mills' Q4 2024 earnings highlighted challenges in the International market but also detailed robust plans for recovery through strategic marketing and product initiatives. The company remains confident in its fiscal 2025 guidance, supported by strong marketing and innovations, despite the initial increased investments and ongoing market uncertainties.

General Mills reports growth in Q1 2025, eyes international expansion

General Mills' Q1 2025 performance showed growth in North America retail categories and increased consumer value for at-home food. The company's strengths include improved customer service levels, investments in promotions, and international growth. Challenges in China and the need for sustained competitiveness were noted.
Opportunities for General Mills lie in continued sales improvement, bolt-on acquisitions for growth, and innovation strategies. The company's focus on trusted brands and equal contributions from volume and price mix position it well for balanced growth.

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General Mills (NYSE: GIS) shares continue to trade above the $60 support level ahead of Q3 earnings results. The company will publish Q3 results on Wednesday, March 24th, before the market open.

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General Mills Inc. said Tuesday that it has entered into a memorandum of understanding to sell its 51% stake in European Yoplait operations to French dairy cooperative Sodiaal. In exchange, the food company will take full ownership of the Canadian Yoplait business, acquiring Sodiaal's 49% ownership, and royalty-free use of the Yoplait and Liberté brands in the U.S. and Canada.

General Mills to sell its stake in Yoplait European operations, take ownership of Canadian Yoplait business

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General Mills (NYSE: GIS) today announced that it has entered into a memorandum of understanding to sell its 51 percent controlling interest in Yoplait S.A.S. to Sodiaal, a leading French dairy cooperative, in exchange for full ownership of the Canadian Yoplait business and a reduced royalty rate for use of the Yoplait and Liberté brands in the United States and Canada. The proposed transaction is expected to close by the end of calendar 2021, subject to appropriat

General Mills Announces Proposed Sale of European Yoplait Operations to Sodiaal

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General Mills' Cash Flow Increases The Safety Of Its Dividend Yield

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General Mills, Inc. (NYSE: GIS) plans to report results for its fiscal 2021 third quarter on March 24, 2021. A press release, pre-recorded management remarks and supporting slides will be issued that morning followed by a webcasted question and answer session on the results at 8:00 a.m. CT. Interested parties can access these materials and the webcast at www.generalmills.com/investors. About General Mills General Mills is a leading global food company whose purpose

General Mills to Webcast Fiscal 2021 Third Quarter Earnings Results on March 24, 2021

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General Mills Inc will focus on eight key markets and five global product categories, including ice cream, cereal and Mexican meals, as the Betty Crocker cake mixes maker seeks to reach its long-term goal of up to 3% growth.

General Mills puts faith in cereals, ice cream and Mexican food for growth

General Mills Inc. has unveiled a growth strategy, Accelerate, that will focus on five categories: cereal, pet food, ice cream, snack bars and Mexican food. These platforms accounted for 45% of General Mills' fiscal 2020 net sales.

General Mills' new growth strategy will focus on categories including cereal, pet food and ice cream

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--At the Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) 2021 Conference, General Mills (NYSE: GIS) outlined its Accelerate strategy to deliver top-tier shareholder returns. The company also reaffirmed its fiscal 2021 third-quarter and full-year financial guidance, which was originally provided on December 17, 2020. Accelerate Strategy The Accelerate strategy defines the path for the next chapter of General Mills growth, leveraging the company's historical strengths and d

General Mills Outlines “Accelerate” Growth Strategy at 2021 CAGNY Conference

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--GMI earns 100 on Human Rights Campaign Foundation's Corporate Equality Index (CEI), report measuring LGBTQ workplace equality policies & practices.

General Mills Marks Inclusion Milestone

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General Mills, Inc. (NYSE: GIS) announced today that Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Harmening, Chief Marketing Officer Ivan Pollard, and Chief Financial Officer Kofi Bruce will be featured speakers at the Consumer Analyst Group of New York Conference, to be held virtually on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. A webcast of the pre-recorded presentation is scheduled to begin at 7:00 a.m. CT and a replay of the event will be available at www.generalmills.com/inves

General Mills to Webcast Presentation at CAGNY Conference on February 16, 2021

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General Mills Inc. said late Monday its board of directors has declared a quarterly dividend of 51 cents a share, payable May 3 to shareholders of record on April 9. That's a 4% increase over the dividend paid a year ago.

General Mills increases dividend by 4%

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General Mills, Inc. (“General Mills”) (NYSE: GIS) today announced pricing terms with respect to its previously announced offer to exchange (the “Exchange Offer”) the four series of notes described in the below table (collectively, the “Existing Notes”) for a combination of cash and a series of newly issued General Mills notes due 2051 (the “New Notes”) as described in, and for the consideration summarized in, the table below. For each $1,000 principal amount of Exi

General Mills Announces Pricing Terms for its Exchange Offer

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General Mills, Inc. (“General Mills”) (NYSE: GIS) today announced the early participation results, as of 5:00 p.m., New York City time, on January 21, 2021 (the “Early Participation Time”), of its previously announced offer to exchange (the “Exchange Offer”) the four series of notes described in the below table (collectively, the “Existing Notes”) for a combination of cash and a series of newly issued General Mills notes due 2051 (the “New Notes”). In addition, Gen

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