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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 (GIS) came out with quarterly earnings of $1.17 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.04 per share. This compares to earnings of $0.97 per share a year ago.

General Mills (GIS) Surpasses Q3 Earnings and Revenue Estimates

General Mills, Inc. (GIS) Q3 2024 Prepared Remarks Transcript

Shares of General Mills Inc. GIS, +1.31% jumped 3.2% toward a seven-month high in premarket trading Wednesday, after the consumer-foods company reported fiscal third-quarter profit that rose above expectations, as price increases and cost savings helped offset volume declines. Net income for the quarter to Feb. 25 rose to $670.1 million, or $1.17 a share, from $553.1 million, or 92 cents a share, in the same period a year ago.

General Mills' stock jumps toward a 7-month high after profit and sales beat expectations, outlook affirmed

Cheerios maker General Mills posted a smaller-than-expected drop in quarterly sales on Wednesday, backed by higher prices for its breakfast cereals, snack bars and pet food products that helped cushion a blow from slowing demand.

General Mills posts smaller-than-expected drop in quarterly sales on higher prices

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General Mills, Inc. (NYSE: GIS) today reported results for its fiscal 2024 third quarter. “General Mills' strategic focus on brand building, innovation, and in-store execution contributed to improved volume and market share trends in the third quarter,” said General Mills Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Harmening. “We continue to navigate today's evolving operating environment while generating industry-leading levels of cost savings. And we remain committ.

General Mills Reports Fiscal 2024 Third-quarter Results

General Mills' (GIS) third-quarter results are likely to reflect gains from brand strength, pricing and the Accelerate strategy. However, the Pet segment appears troubled.

General Mills (GIS) Readies for Q3 Earnings: Is a Beat Likely?

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Investors Heavily Search General Mills, Inc. (GIS): Here is What You Need to Know

General Mills (GIS) is seeing favorable earnings estimate revision activity and has a positive Zacks Earnings ESP heading into earnings season.

Why General Mills (GIS) Might Surprise This Earnings Season

General Mills (GIS) possesses the right combination of the two key ingredients for a likely earnings beat in its upcoming report. Get prepared with the key expectations.

General Mills (GIS) Earnings Expected to Grow: Should You Buy?

General Mills (GIS) closed the most recent trading day at $65.66, moving +0.61% from the previous trading session.

General Mills (GIS) Advances While Market Declines: Some Information for Investors

In the most recent trading session, General Mills (GIS) closed at $64.37, indicating a +0.67% shift from the previous trading day.

General Mills (GIS) Increases Despite Market Slip: Here's What You Need to Know

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MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General Mills, Inc. (NYSE: GIS) plans to report results for its fiscal 2024 third quarter on March 20, 2024. 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 a.m. CT. Interested parties can access these materials and the webcast at www.generalmills.com/investors. # # # About General Mills General Mills makes food the world loves. The company is.

General Mills to Webcast Fiscal 2024 Third Quarter Earnings Results on March 20, 2024

In the closing of the recent trading day, General Mills (GIS) stood at $64.21, denoting a -1.22% change from the preceding trading day.

General Mills (GIS) Stock Falls Amid Market Uptick: What Investors Need to Know

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CEO's General Mills Stake Shrinks by Half

General Mills, Inc. (GIS) Presents at 2024 CAGNY Virtual Conference Transcript

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--At the Consumer Analyst Group of New York (CAGNY) 2024 Conference, General Mills, Inc. (NYSE: GIS) discussed its Accelerate strategy and approach to driving long-term sustainable growth and top-tier shareholder returns. The company also reaffirmed its full-year fiscal 2024 financial outlook. Accelerate Strategy Has Driven Strong Results General Mills is executing its Accelerate strategy to drive sustainable, profitable growth and top-tier shareholder returns over t.

General Mills Shares Progress Against Accelerate Strategy

General Mills (GIS) reachead $62.37 at the closing of the latest trading day, reflecting a -0.89% change compared to its last close.

General Mills (GIS) Stock Slides as Market Rises: Facts to Know Before You Trade

General Mills' (GIS) HMM strategy and innovations position it for growth despite challenges, particularly in the Pet segment.

General Mills' (GIS) HMM Strategy Aids Despite Troubled Pet Unit

The market has been favoring tech stocks and AI-related stocks, but investing in beaten down sectors like Consumer Staples provides balance and downside protection. General Mills is one such beaten-down name, despite robust revenue growth and strong profitability in recent years. GIS has shown favorable margin growth and is expected to achieve 4-5% annual EPS growth, making it a compelling buying opportunity at its current discounted valuation.

General Mills: Potential For Long-Term Value And Returns For Investors

General Mills operates through four segments: North America Retail, International, Pet, and North America Food Services. The selling is overdone in the name, and current valuation levels offer an attractive risk/reward for investors. Despite a revised lower revenue outlook, General Mills is expected to improve profitability through cost savings and maintain pricing power.

General Mills: Pricing Power And Low Valuation Make The Stock Attractive

General Mills (GIS) concluded the recent trading session at $64.06, signifying a +0.55% move from its prior day's close.

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