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25.31 USD
P/E
29.44
EPS
0.85
Yield
4.58%
Safety Score
29
P/B
1.73
ROE
5.83
Beta
0.33
Target Price
26.88 USD
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Hormel Foods Corporation

🧾 Earnings Recap – Q2 2026

Hormel Foods delivered results that outpaced expectations, driving a 10.8% stock rally. The market rewarded better-than-expected organic sales growth across all segments, margin expansion, and strong earnings momentum despite near-term cost pressures.

  • Organic net sales grew for the sixth consecutive quarter, fueled by broad-based strength in Foodservice (+7% organic growth), International, and key Retail brands.
  • Adjusted earnings per share rose double digits, supported by margin expansion, improved manufacturing efficiency, and joint venture contributions offsetting higher logistics costs.
  • Gross margins expanded across all segments, with Foodservice segment profit increasing by 11%, reflecting successful pricing and supply chain improvements.
  • The company reaffirmed its full-year guidance, with confidence in trending toward the upper half of its earnings range despite expected flat third quarter adjusted earnings due to cost pressures and inventory rebalancing.
  • Strategic focus on protein-centric portfolio, pricing discipline, and supply chain productivity continues to underpin sustainable, profitable growth.
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Key Metrics
Earnings dateAug. 27, 2026
P/E29.44
EPS0.85
Book Value14.45
Price to Book1.73
Debt/Equity4.24
% Insiders0.477%
Growth
Revenue Growth-0.03%
Earnings Growth-0.05%
Estimates
Forward P/E16.04
Forward EPS1.56
Target Mean Price26.88
Dividend
Dividend Yield4.58%
Annual dividends1.17 USD
Ex-Div. DateJuly 13, 2026
Payout136.97%
5y avg Yield2.61%

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Is Hormel Foods Corporation a good investment? Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) is currently trading at 25.31 USD. Market analysts have a consensus price target of 26.88 USD. This suggests a potential upside from current levels.

In terms of valuation, the stock trades at a P/E ratio of 29.44. This valuation is generally in line with the broader market.

Earnings Schedule: Hormel Foods Corporation is expected to release its next earnings report on Aug. 27, 2026. The market consensus estimate for Forward EPS is 1.56.

For income investors, Hormel Foods Corporation pays a dividend yield of 4.58%. With a payout ratio of 137%, the dividend appears to be under pressure.

Investor FAQ

Does Hormel Foods Corporation pay a dividend?

Yes, it pays an annual dividend of 1.17 USD (4.58% yield).

What asset class is Hormel Foods Corporation?

Hormel Foods Corporation is classified as a Stock. You can compare it against 2 other assets in the "Related Symbols" list on this page.

When is the next earnings date?

The next earnings date is projected to be Aug. 27, 2026. The company currently has a trailing EPS of 0.85.

Company Profile

Hormel Foods Corporation develops, processes, and distributes various meat, nut, and other food products to foodservice, convenience stores, and commercial customers in the United States and internationally. It operates through three segments: Retail, Foodservice, and International. The company provides perishable products, including fresh meats, frozen items, refrigerated meal solutions, bacon, sausages, hams, guacamole, and other items that require refrigeration, as well as shelf-stable products, such as canned luncheon meats, nut butters, snack nuts, chili, shelf-stable microwaveable meals, hash, stews, tortillas, salsas, tortilla chips, and other items that do not require refrigeration. It sells its products under the HORMEL, ALWAYS TENDER, APPLEGATE, AUSTIN BLUES, BACON 1, BLACK LABEL, BREAD READY, BURKE, CAFÉ H, CERATTI, CHI-CHI'S, COLUMBUS, COMPLEATS, CORN NUTS, CURE 81, DAN'S PRIZE, DI LUSSO, DINTY MOORE, DON MIGUEL, DOÑA MARIA, EMBASA, FAST ‘N EASY, FIRE BRAISED, FONTANINI, HERDEZ, HORMEL GATHERINGS, HOUSE OF TSANG, JENNIE-O, JUSTIN'S, LA VICTORIA, LAYOUT, LLOYD'S, MARY KITCHEN, MR. PEANUT, NATURAL CHOICE, NUT-RITION, OLD SMOKEHOUSE, OVEN READY, PILLOW PACK, PLANTERS, ROSA GRANDE, SADLER'S SMOKEHOUSE, SKIPPY, SPAM, SQUARE TABLE, SPECIAL RECIPE, VALLEY FRESH, and WHOLLY brands 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.

Exchange Ticker
NYQ (United States) HRL
LSE (United Kingdom) 0J5Z.L
Trades
Dividend Yield
4.58%
5y avg 2.61%
Annual Dividends
1.17USD
Next Ex. Div Date
July 13, 2026
Payout Ratio
136.97%
Dividend History paid per year (USD)
Historical Dividends
Year Total Dividends
2027
0.62 USD
May 17, 2027 (estimated) 0.3076
Feb. 15, 2027 (estimated) 0.3076
2026
1.18 USD
Nov. 16, 2026 (estimated) 0.3045
Aug. 17, 2026 0.2925
May 15, 2026 0.2930
Feb. 17, 2026 0.2930
2025
1.16 USD
Nov. 17, 2025 0.2900
Aug. 15, 2025 0.2900
May 15, 2025 0.2900
Feb. 18, 2025 0.2900
2024
1.13 USD
Nov. 15, 2024 0.2830
Aug. 15, 2024 0.2830
May 15, 2024 0.2830
Feb. 15, 2024 0.2830
2023
1.10 USD
Nov. 15, 2023 0.2750
Aug. 15, 2023 0.2750
May 15, 2023 0.2750
Feb. 15, 2023 0.2750
2022
1.04 USD
Nov. 15, 2022 0.2600
Aug. 15, 2022 0.2600
May 16, 2022 0.2600
Feb. 15, 2022 0.2600
2021
0.98 USD
Nov. 15, 2021 0.2450
Aug. 16, 2021 0.2450
May 17, 2021 0.2450
Feb. 16, 2021 0.2450
2020
0.93 USD
Nov. 16, 2020 0.2330
Aug. 17, 2020 0.2330
May 15, 2020 0.2330
Feb. 18, 2020 0.2330
2019
0.84 USD
Nov. 15, 2019 0.2100
Aug. 15, 2019 0.2100
May 15, 2019 0.2100
Feb. 15, 2019 0.2100
2018
0.75 USD
Nov. 15, 2018 0.1880
Aug. 15, 2018 0.1880
May 15, 2018 0.1880
Feb. 15, 2018 0.1880
2017
0.68 USD
Nov. 15, 2017 0.1700
Aug. 15, 2017 0.1700
May 15, 2017 0.1700
Feb. 15, 2017 0.1700
2016
0.58 USD
Nov. 15, 2016 0.1450
Aug. 15, 2016 0.1450
May 16, 2016 0.1450
Feb. 16, 2016 0.1450
2015
0.50 USD
Nov. 16, 2015 0.1250
Aug. 17, 2015 0.1250
May 15, 2015 0.1250
Feb. 17, 2015 0.1250
2014
0.40 USD
Nov. 14, 2014 0.1000
Aug. 15, 2014 0.1000
May 15, 2014 0.1000
Feb. 14, 2014 0.1000
2013
0.34 USD
Nov. 15, 2013 0.0850
Aug. 15, 2013 0.0850
May 15, 2013 0.0850
Feb. 15, 2013 0.0850
2012
0.30 USD
Nov. 15, 2012 0.0750
Aug. 15, 2012 0.0750
May 15, 2012 0.0750
Feb. 15, 2012 0.0750
2011
0.26 USD
Nov. 15, 2011 0.0640
Aug. 15, 2011 0.0640
May 15, 2011 0.0640
Feb. 15, 2011 0.0638
2010
0.21 USD
Nov. 15, 2010 0.0525
Aug. 15, 2010 0.0525
May 15, 2010 0.0525
Feb. 15, 2010 0.0525
2009
0.19 USD
Nov. 15, 2009 0.0475
Aug. 15, 2009 0.0475
May 15, 2009 0.0475
Feb. 15, 2009 0.0475
2008
0.19 USD
Nov. 15, 2008 0.0463
Aug. 15, 2008 0.0463
May 15, 2008 0.0463
Feb. 15, 2008 0.0463
2007
0.15 USD
Nov. 15, 2007 0.0375
Aug. 15, 2007 0.0375
May 15, 2007 0.0375
Feb. 15, 2007 0.0375
2006
0.14 USD
Nov. 15, 2006 0.0350
Aug. 15, 2006 0.0350
May 15, 2006 0.0350
Feb. 15, 2006 0.0350
2005
0.13 USD
Nov. 15, 2005 0.0325
Aug. 15, 2005 0.0325
May 15, 2005 0.0325
Feb. 15, 2005 0.0325
2004
0.11 USD
Nov. 15, 2004 0.0283
Aug. 15, 2004 0.0283
May 15, 2004 0.0283
Feb. 15, 2004 0.0283
2003
0.11 USD
Nov. 15, 2003 0.0263
Aug. 15, 2003 0.0263
May 15, 2003 0.0263
Feb. 15, 2003 0.0263
2002
0.10 USD
Nov. 15, 2002 0.0245
Aug. 15, 2002 0.0245
May 15, 2002 0.0245
Feb. 14, 2002 0.0245
2001
0.08 USD
Nov. 15, 2001 0.0058
Aug. 15, 2001 0.0233
May 15, 2001 0.0233
Feb. 15, 2001 0.0233
2000
0.09 USD
Nov. 15, 2000 0.0220
Aug. 15, 2000 0.0220
May 15, 2000 0.0220
Feb. 15, 2000 0.0219
1999
0.08 USD
Nov. 15, 1999 0.0206
Aug. 15, 1999 0.0206
May 15, 1999 0.0206
Feb. 15, 1999 0.0206
1998
0.08 USD
Nov. 15, 1998 0.0200
Aug. 15, 1998 0.0200
May 15, 1998 0.0200
Feb. 15, 1998 0.0200
1997
0.08 USD
Nov. 15, 1997 0.0194
Aug. 15, 1997 0.0194
May 15, 1997 0.0194
Feb. 15, 1997 0.0194
1996
0.08 USD
Nov. 15, 1996 0.0188
Aug. 15, 1996 0.0188
May 15, 1996 0.0188
Feb. 15, 1996 0.0188
1995
0.07 USD
Nov. 15, 1995 0.0181
Aug. 15, 1995 0.0181
May 15, 1995 0.0175
Feb. 15, 1995 0.0175
1994
0.06 USD
Nov. 15, 1994 0.0156
Aug. 15, 1994 0.0156
May 15, 1994 0.0156
Feb. 15, 1994 0.0156
1993
0.06 USD
Nov. 15, 1993 0.0138
Aug. 15, 1993 0.0138
May 15, 1993 0.0138
Feb. 15, 1993 0.0138
1992
0.05 USD
Nov. 15, 1992 0.0113
Aug. 15, 1992 0.0113
May 15, 1992 0.0113
Feb. 15, 1992 0.0113
1991
0.04 USD
Nov. 15, 1991 0.0094
Aug. 15, 1991 0.0094
May 15, 1991 0.0094
Feb. 15, 1991 0.0094
1990
0.03 USD
Nov. 15, 1990 0.0081
Aug. 15, 1990 0.0081
May 15, 1990 0.0081
Feb. 15, 1990 0.0081
1989
0.03 USD
Nov. 15, 1989 0.0069
Aug. 15, 1989 0.0069
May 15, 1989 0.0069
Feb. 15, 1989 0.0069
1988
0.03 USD
Nov. 15, 1988 0.0056
Aug. 15, 1988 0.0056
May 15, 1988 0.0056
Feb. 15, 1988 0.0056
Jan. 11, 1988 0.0038
1987
0.02 USD
Nov. 15, 1987 0.0047
Aug. 15, 1987 0.0047
May 15, 1987 0.0047
Feb. 15, 1987 0.0047
1986
17.92 USD
Oct. 10, 1986 4.4800
July 14, 1986 4.4800
April 14, 1986 4.4800
Jan. 13, 1986 4.4800
1985
56.24 USD
Oct. 11, 1985 4.3264
July 15, 1985 17.3056
April 15, 1985 17.3056
Jan. 14, 1985 17.3056
Upcoming Dividends
Name Payment Date Status Amount
Hormel Foods Corporation Aug 17, 2026 Upcoming 0.2925 USD
Hormel Foods Corporation May 15, 2026 0.293 USD
Hormel Foods Corporation Feb 17, 2026 0.293 USD
Hormel Foods Corporation Nov 17, 2025 0.29 USD
Stock Splits
Split Date Split Ratio to 1
Feb. 21, 1990 2.000000
Feb. 16, 2000 2.000000
Feb. 15, 2011 2.000000
Feb. 10, 2016 2.000000
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