Exane BNP Paribas initiated coverage of Hormel Foods with a rating of Underperform and set a new price target of $28.00

Stephens resumed coverage of Hormel Foods with a rating of Equal-Weight and set a new price target of $31.00

Citigroup upgraded Hormel Foods from Neutral to Buy and set a new price target of $37.00 from $33.00 previously

JP Morgan upgraded Hormel Foods from Underweight to Neutral and set a new price target of $29.00 from $28.00 previously

Citigroup initiated coverage of Hormel Foods with a rating of Neutral and set a new price target of $31.00

Argus downgraded Hormel Foods from Buy to Hold

JP Morgan downgraded Hormel Foods from Neutral to Underweight and set a new price target of $38.00 from $47.00 previously

Goldman downgraded Hormel Foods from Neutral to Sell and set a new price target of $44.00

Argus upgraded Hormel Foods from Hold to Buy and set a new price target of $57.00

JP Morgan reiterated coverage of Hormel Foods with a rating of Neutral and set a new price target of $48.00 from $46.00 previously

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WILLMAR, Minn., Nov. 12, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The makers of the Jennie-O® turkey brand — a category leader and one of the top turkey brands in the United States — will once again display its dazzling float in the 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®. The Thanksgiving tradition will feature the Jennie-O Big Turkey Spectacular float, which will entertain Parade attendees and millions of viewers nationwide on the morning of Thursday, Nov. 28 for the fifth consecutive year. T-Pain, the GRAMMY award-winning artist, producer, songwriter, entrepreneur and global cultural icon, is set

Two students with military backgrounds awarded $10,000 scholarships to pursue careers in culinary arts, foodservice management AUSTIN, Minn., Nov. 11, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation, a Fortune 500 global branded food company, is today announcing the recipients of this year's $10,000 Hormel Heroes Scholarships. Launched in 2019 and administered by the National Restaurant Association Educational Foundation (NRAEF), the Hormel Heroes Scholarship Program supports students with military backgrounds who are pursuing degrees in culinary arts or foodservice management.

AUSTIN, Minn., Nov. 8, 2024  /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, invites interested parties to participate in a webcast and conference call with Jim Snee, chairman of the board, president and chief executive officer; Jacinth Smiley, executive vice president and chief financial officer; John Ghingo, executive vice president, Retail; and Nathan Annis vice president, corporate development; to discuss the Company's fourth quarter financial results, full-year financial results, and transform and modernize initiative. The Company will issue its earnings release before the markets open on Wednesday, December 4, 2024, and will host a confer

AUSTIN, Minn., Nov. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation, a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced it has been named on Military Times' 2024 Best for Vets employer list for the 12th consecutive year. Military Times evaluates company efforts to recruit, retain and support current and former service members, military spouses and military caregivers. "We are honored to be recognized for the 12th year in a row as a Best for Vets employer," said Richard Carlson, vice president of Quality Management at Hormel Foods and the executive sponsor of HMVET, th

AUSTIN, Minn., Oct. 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation, a Fortune 500 global branded food company, announced today that it was once again recognized by Vault as having one of the top 150 internship programs in the country. The company's award-winning summer internship program was recognized in the categories of Best Internships for Engineering; as well as Sales, Marketing and Communications. "We are honored to be recognized among the top 150 best internship programs in the nation," said Amy Sheehan, director of talent acquisition at Hormel Foods. "This year, we

Consumers can call, live chat on jennieo.com/hotline/ or text "TURKEY" to 73876 for advice on all thing's turkey WILLMAR, Minn., Oct. 17, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The makers of the JENNIE-O turkey brand, a category leader and one of the top turkey brands in the United States, announced today that the 1-800-TURKEYS hotline will be live for a 17th consecutive year, starting Nov. 1, for consumers seeking support with their holiday meal planning through to day-of preparations. Earlier this year, JENNIE-O® polled Americans in every state about their Thanksgiving preparation, must-haves

For a limited time, enjoy the boldly irresistible taste of HORMEL® Pepperoni in a fun, new shape AUSTIN, Minn., Oct. 10, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The makers of HORMEL® Pepperoni are excited to announce the launch of HORMEL® Pepperoni Confetti — a bold, innovative shape that brings even more irresistible flavor to your favorite dishes. This limited-time product is set to revolutionize pizza night and elevate snacks for every occasion. HORMEL® Pepperoni Confetti stands out with its unique ribbon shape, designed for even distribution across a pizza and allowing for maximum pepperoni

The latest holiday flavor is joined by a new holiday campaign, returning seasonal favorites, and a chance for fans to win $1,000 for both themselves and a charity of their choosing AUSTIN, Minn., Oct. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- 'Tis the season for snacking, and the makers of the PLANTERS® brand know a thing or two about the importance of the right mix of snacks for enjoying a flavorful holiday with friends and loved ones. This year, they're ushering in the start of the holiday season with a new, limited-edition flavor – Toasted Marshmallow Hot Chocolate Cashews, plus the return of fan-favorite holiday flavors and a new giveback program so everyone can join in the celebrations.

A company dedicated to supporting food security efforts, Hormel Foods provided monetary and product donations totaling more than $450,000 to nonprofit partners in September AUSTIN, Minn., Oct. 7, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In recognition of Hunger Action Month, Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:HRL) partnered with organizations across the United States to create a more food-secure world. Donations totaling more than $450,000 were made throughout the month of September through various programs and events.  "As a global branded food company, we are dedicated to addressing food insecurity

Back by popular demand and available for a limited time, the makers of HORMEL® chili announce the return of the brand's hottest-ever chili variety AUSTIN, Minn., Oct. 3, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- As temperatures begin to drop, the makers of HORMEL® Chili, America's No. 1 selling chili brand*, are once again heating up with the return of the limited-edition HORMEL® Ghost Reaper World's Hottest Chili with Beans. This fiery, seasonal-favorite combines classic chili with beans infused with two of the world's hottest peppers — ghost and Carolina — delivering an intensely satisfying experience unlike any other.

John Ghingo, former president of Applegate, rejoining the company as her successor AUSTIN, Minn., Aug. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announces the retirement of Deanna Brady, executive vice president, Retail, at the end of the fiscal year on Oct. 27, 2024. During nearly three decades of distinguished service to Hormel Foods, she successfully led teams across both the foodservice and retail lines of business and served as a key architect of the company's results-driven, high-performing culture. The

Students from over 50 colleges and universities participate in the company's 10-week, award-winning internship program AUSTIN, Minn., May 29, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- An internship with Hormel Foods isn't your typical summer job. In fact, the majority of these talented collegiates, who will hone their skills on everything from sales and food science to engineering and marketing, will very likely receive a full-time job offer to join the Fortune 500 global branded food company. Hormel Foods converts over 70% of its interns into full-time team members. This week Hormel Foods proudly

AUSTIN, Minn., May 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced that Colleen Batcheler has been appointed to the role of senior vice president, external affairs & general counsel. In this critical role, Batcheler will oversee the organization's global Legal and External Affairs function, including corporate governance and securities, M&A, intellectual property, litigation, labor and employment, and legislative and regulatory affairs. She will report directly to Jim Snee, chairman of the board, presiden

Company Names Chad Randick Successor AUSTIN, Minn., April 24, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced that Jeff Grev, vice president of legislative affairs, will be retiring after a 40-year career with the company. Chad Randick, director of strategy and current lead of the company's transformation and modernization initiative, will succeed Grev as vice president of legislative affairs. "I want to thank Jeff for his four decades of extraordinary service to our company. I'm grateful for his leadership,

Applications are now being accepted to join MR. PEANUT® and "shell-ebrate" with fans across the streets of America in the iconic NUTmobile AUSTIN, Minn., April 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- If you've ever dreamed of traveling the country with MR. PEANUT® aboard his world-famous NUTmobile, listen up. The makers of the PLANTERS® brand have a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to offer. The PLANTERS® brand team is in search of three team members — affectionately known as Peanutters — to chauffeur MR. PEANUT® across America. They'll travel in the one-of-a-kind, 26-foot-long NUTmobile, bring

AUSTIN, Minn., Feb. 1, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, announced the upcoming retirement of Mark Coffey, group vice president of supply chain. The company announced that Steve Lykken, group vice president of Jennie-O Turkey Store, will advance to group vice president of supply chain. In this role, Lykken will lead the company's One Supply Chain organization, including procurement, manufacturing, engineering, logistics, research and development, quality management and plant operations. "Mark has been a highly

Company names Darren Carter successor AUSTIN, Minn., Jan. 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE:HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, announced the upcoming retirement of Pat Schwab, vice president of Retail Sales – East. The company announced that Darren Carter, vice president of sales strategy at Hormel Foods, will advance to vice president of Retail Sales – East, replacing Schwab in this role. Carter will oversee the sales functions for all retail customers throughout the Eastern half of the United States. "Pat has been a tremendous leader for o

Beloved Girl Scout Cookie™ flavors combine with delicious, creamy Skippy® peanut butter in 3 appetizing flavor variations AUSTIN, Minn., Sept. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Delighting cookie and peanut-butter lovers everywhere, the makers of the Skippy® brand are proud to introduce three new variations of Skippy® P.B. Bites, all featuring Girl Scout Cookie™ inspired flavors. This portable, poppable snack offers a whole new indulgent taste experience for Girl Scout Cookie™ lovers that tastes like dipping those beloved cookies into a fresh jar of creamy Skippy® peanut butter, creating an irresistible treat that is sure to please. The new bite-size snacks come in three different flavors: Coconut Car

AUSTIN, Minn., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced the appointment of Scott Aakre as group vice president and chief marketing officer of the Hormel Foods Retail business. The Retail business includes the company's portfolio of well-known and category-leading brands such as Planters®, Skippy®, Justin's®, Dinty Moore®, Hormel® chili, Corn Nuts®, Herdez® and Wholly®, as well as its iconic SPAM® brand, among others. Aakre will assume responsibility for continuing to evolve the company's brand portfolio to meet the changing needs of today's consumers, amplifying scale in snacking and entertaining, and growi

AUSTIN, Minn., July 12, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Hormel Foods Corporation (NYSE: HRL), a Fortune 500 global branded food company, today announced the appointment of Lynn Egner as vice president of Retail sales - West. Egner will be responsible for the company's retail sales strategy and execution with the company's customers in the Western Region of the United States. Egner replaces Natosha Walsh, who was recently named vice president of marketing for Convenient Meals and Proteins in the company's Retail business. "Lynn has been instrumental in building valuable relationships with

Hormel Foods's (NYSE:HRL) short percent of float has risen 7.1% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 9.11 million shares sold short, which is 1.66% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 3.93 days to cover their short positions on average. Why Short Interest Matters Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. Short selling is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises. Short interest is

Hormel Foods Corp (NYSE:HRL) reported mixed financial results for its second quarter last week. On May 30, the Austin, Minnesota-based company said second-quarter fiscal 2024 sales declined 3% year-over-year to $2.887 billion, missing the consensus of $2.967 billion. Adjusted EPS was 38 cents, down from 40 cents YoY and above the consensus of 36 cents, according to data from Benzinga Pro. Hormel revised its adjusted EPS expectation to $1.55 – $1.65 from $1.51 – $1.65, versus consensus of $1.58. On May 31, JPMorgan analyst Thomas Palmer upgraded Hormel Foods from Underweight to Neutral and raised the price target from $28 to $29. With the recent buzz around Hormel Foods, some inve

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Citigroup analyst Thomas Palmer maintains Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) with a Neutral and lowers the price target from $35 to $33.

Stephens & Co. analyst Ben Bienvenu reiterates Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) with a Equal-Weight and maintains $32 price target.

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JP Morgan analyst Thomas Palmer upgrades Hormel Foods (NYSE:HRL) from Underweight to Neutral and raises the price target from $28 to $29.

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Wall Street experienced another decline on Thursday, with major large-cap indices affected by a downturn in the tech and communication services sectors. Investors shifted their focus to market areas that have underperformed compared to tech over the past year, such as small caps, real estate and solar stocks. In economic news, the second estimate of first-quarter GDP growth was revised down to 1.3% from the initial 1.6% estimate, driven by slower consumer spending growth. Inflation also saw a slight decrease. New York Fed President John Williams stated there is no immediate need to adjust monetary policy and expects inflation to continue its decline, reaching the 2% target by 2025.