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Investors were in growth mode in the last two years as the stock market delivered blockbuster returns.

General Mills stock is currently underperforming, with its stock over 30% below its all-time high, largely due to disappointing top and bottom line growth. Despite recent struggles, GIS stock is attractively valued with a 3.9% dividend yield and a P/E ratio of 13.53, suggesting potential upside. Ongoing restructuring in the yogurt business and a focus on pet food are expected to drive a medium- to long-term turnaround.

MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)--General Mills (NYSE: GIS) today announced Jon Nudi, Group President, North America Pet, International, and North America Foodservice, will retire on June 30, 2025, following a highly successful career with the company spanning more than three decades. Liz Mascolo, currently President for North America Blue Buffalo, will be promoted to Segment President, North America Pet and join the General Mills Senior Leadership Team effective March 16, 2025. “Jon will leave a l.

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Calvert Research and Management's annual review identified the top 100 sustainable companies based on 230 ESG performance indicators, focusing on planet, workplace, customer, community, and shareholder categories. Four dividend-paying companies—Interpublic Group, Regions Financial, Hormel Foods, and HP Inc.—meet the Dogcatcher ideal, with annual dividends from a $1K investment exceeding their share prices. Analysts estimate net gains of 18.08% to 50.6% for the top ten ESG companies by February 2026, with the average net gain projected at 26.12%.

The Zacks Food-Miscellaneous industry is facing a challenging consumer environment and escalating costs, but brand-strengthening efforts and cost-saving strategies position SYY, GIS, POST and FRPT well for growth.

General Mills shares have underperformed the S&P 500 since the publication of my prior piece. The company recently cut guidance as it intends to increase investments in the near term in hopes of generating long-term growth. Consensus estimates appear conservative and are below the company's medium-term guidance for a 7% Adjusted EPS CAGR.

GIS' Accelerate strategy is driving sustainable growth through brand building, innovation, digital transformation and social responsibility.

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General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS ) 2025 CAGNY Conference February 18, 2025 8:00 AM ET Company Participants Jeffrey Harmening – Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Kofi Bruce – Chief Financial Officer Jeff Siemon – Vice President of Investor Relations and Corporate Finance Conference Call Participants Ken Goldman – JPMorgan Andrew Lazar – Barclays Jeffrey Harmening Thank you for that very kind introduction, Bonnie, and greetings to everyone here and listening on the webcast. It is an honor to kick off CAGNY Conference once again this year.