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Why Analysts Expect Hershey Stock to Fall
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Here’s Why Piper Jaffray Downgraded Hershey Stock
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Hershey: Analysts Expect the Stock to Decline
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Will Hershey’s High Valuation Hurt Its Stock?
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Earnings Pressure Is Likely to Hurt Kellogg Stock
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Kellogg Reports Mixed Q1 Results, Earnings Remain Pressured
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What Drove Hershey’s Double-Digit EPS Growth?
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What’s behind Hershey’s Q1 Sales Beat?
In the first quarter, Hershey’s (HSY) net sales rose 2.3% YoY (year-over-year) to $2.0 billion, beating analysts’ estimate.
Key Takeaways from Hershey’s First Quarter
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Kellogg: Analysts Recommend a ‘Hold’
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Kellogg: What Can Investors Expect in Q1?
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Hershey Stock Gains on First-Quarter Beat
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Higher Volumes and Margins Drive Hershey’s Q1
The Hershey Company (HSY) posted stellar first-quarter earnings results on April 25.
Mondelēz Stock: Analysts Suggest a ‘Buy’ ahead of Q1
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Mondelēz: Analysts’ Estimates for the First Quarter
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What to Expect from Mondelēz’s First-Quarter Results
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Mondelēz Stock: What Could Limit the Upside?
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General Mills: What to Expect from Its Q3 Sales
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Several Analysts Have Downgraded KHC Stock
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Why Kraft Heinz’s Top Line Is Expected to Decline in 2019
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Why Kraft Heinz Stock Looks Unattractive despite ~33% Drop
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What Analysts’ Ratings Indicate for Campbell Soup Stock
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Why Campbell Soup’s Bottom Line Could Continue to Decline
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Why Campbell Soup’s Sales Growth Is Projected to Decelerate
Campbell Soup (CPB) posted stellar sales growth in the past four quarters.
Is Campbell Soup Stock Heading for a Decline?
Campbell Soup (CPB) rose more than 10.5% after the company’s better-than-expected quarterly performance on February 27.
How Analysts Rate Campbell Soup Stock
Campbell Soup (CPB) impressed investors with its better-than-expected second-quarter results.
Campbell Soup’s Q2 Performance Impresses Investors
Campbell Soup (CPB) stock jumped more than 10% on February 27 following the company’s stronger-than-expected second-quarter results.
J.M. Smucker: Analysts’ Recommendations after Its Q3 Results
Among the 17 analysts covering J.M. Smucker stock, nine recommended a “hold,” six recommended a “sell,” and two recommended a “buy.”
J.M. Smucker’s Q3 Sales Beat the Estimate
J.M. Smucker (SJM) reported net sales of $2.0 billion, which beat analysts’ estimate and increased 5.7% on a YoY basis.
J.M. Smucker Stock Rose on Impressive Q3 Results
J.M. Smucker (SJM) reported stronger-than-expected third-quarter results today.
This Could Stall the Uptrend in General Mills Stock
Shares of General Mills (GIS) are up 19.6% on a YTD basis as of February 22, outperforming most of the company’s peers.
Will Pressure on Conagra Brands’ Earnings Hurt Its Stock?
Shares of Conagra Brands (CAG) were up 9.5% on a year-to-date basis as of February 22. Incremental sales from a recent acquisition drove the stock higher.
What’s Next for Mondelēz and Hershey Stocks?
Mondelēz (MDLZ) impressed with its recent quarterly performance. Higher volumes and pricing drove Mondelēz’s organic sales growth rate.
Did Kraft Heinz’s Underperformance Ring an Alarm Bell?
Shares of Kraft Heinz (KHC) crashed more than 27% on Friday, February 22, as weaker-than-expected fourth-quarter results and sluggish guidance upset investors.
Kraft Heinz Stock Could Face More Downgrades
Most analysts continue to recommend a “buy” on Kraft Heinz (KHC) stock despite the company’s weak financial performance.
Why Kraft Heinz’s Sales Missed the Estimate
Kraft Heinz reported lower-than-expected fourth-quarter sales. Kraft Heinz’s net sales of $6.89 billion fell short of analysts’ expectation.
Why Analysts Don’t See Any Upside for SJM Stock
Most analysts covering J.M. Smucker (SJM) stock recommend “hold.”
What Could Slow J.M. Smucker’s Top-Line Growth
Whereas analysts expect J.M. Smucker (SJM) to maintain its sales momentum in fiscal 2019’s third quarter, they expect its top-line growth to decelerate further.
Why J.M. Smucker’s EPS Are Expected to Fall in Q3
Analysts expect J.M. Smucker’s (SJM) bottom line to fall in fiscal 2019’s third quarter.
Will Kraft Heinz Stock Rise Further on Q4 Results?
Kraft Heinz (KHC) is expected to announce its fourth-quarter results on February 21.
Why Kellogg’s Earnings Are Projected to Decline in 2019
In the fourth quarter, Kellogg (K) reported adjusted earnings of $0.91 per share, which came in ahead of analysts’ expectations of $0.88.
Why Kellogg’s Margins Could Remain Weak
Kellogg (K) continued to disappoint investors with its margins performance in the fourth quarter.
Kellogg Misses Q4 Sales Estimate: Top Line to Remain Weak
Kellogg (K) posted net sales of $3.3 billion, which increased 4.2% on a YoY (year-over-year) basis thanks to the incremental sales from its recent acquisitions.
Kellogg Stock: Analysts’ Recommendations
Analysts continue to suggest a “hold” rating on Kellogg (K) stock. Analysts’ target price shows a downward trend.
Kellogg’s Q4 Sales Might Not Be Impressive
Kellogg’s organic sales are expected to be disappointing, which reflects lower pricing and an unfavorable mix.
Kellogg: Will Q4 Be Disappointing?
Kellogg (K) is scheduled to announce its fourth-quarter results on February 7. Analysts expect Kellogg’s top line to maintain its momentum.
Hershey Stock Falls on Weak Fourth-Quarter Results
Hershey (HSY) stock was down 4.0% today as of 9:40 AM Eastern Time after the company’s fourth-quarter results were lower than expected.
McCormick: Weak Q4 Dragged the Stock Down
McCormick shares fell more than 10% and closed at $124.35 on January 24 following its weaker-than-expected fourth-quarter results.
Hershey Stock: Analysts’ Recommendations
Most of the analysts covering Hershey (HSY) stock continue to maintain a neutral outlook. Hershey’s top line will likely improve.
Hershey’s Q4 EPS Could Mark Double-Digit Growth
Hershey (HSY) is expected to report strong double-digit growth in its bottom line during the fourth quarter.
Hershey’s Top Line Could Improve in the Fourth Quarter
Hershey’s (HSY) top line is projected to improve in the fourth quarter on a sequential and YoY (year-over-year) basis.
Hershey’s Q4 Results Could Drive Its Stock Higher
Hershey (HSY) is scheduled to announce its fourth-quarter results on January 31. Analysts expect Hershey to post healthy financials.
What Could Drive McCormick’s Q4 Revenues?
McCormick (MKC) reported stellar top-line growth in the past several quarters.
What’s in Store for McCormick Stock?
Packaged food companies mostly struggled last year as weak demand, promotions, and costs affected their top and bottom lines.
What’s Wall Street’s Take on General Mills Stock?
Recently, multiple analysts lowered their target prices on General Mills stock.
Why GIS’s Earnings Could Remain Pressured in the Near Term
General Mills’ (GIS) earnings remained under pressure recently due to soft sales, weak margins, and higher interest expenses.
Why General Mills’ Top Line Growth Could Slow Down
During General Mills’ last reported quarter, acquisitions and divestitures added ~8% to its net sales growth rate.
Why These Confectionery Stocks Look Attractive
Hershey (HSY) and Mondelēz (MDLZ) are expected to benefit from their underlying sales rising, and cost savings could support their margins.
Does the Food Stock Slump Imply ‘Buy’?
Packaged food company stocks have taken a beating this year as weak consumer demand has impacted the companies’ top line.
General Mills Posted Strong Second-Quarter Earnings
General Mills (GIS) posted better-than-expected bottom-line results for the second quarter of fiscal 2019.
What Drove General Mills’ Margins in Q2 2019?
General Mills managed to expand its margins despite higher input costs. Other major food stocks are struggling on the margins front.
Analyzing General Mills’ Sales in Q2 2019
General Mills (GIS) reported net sales of $4.4 billion in the second quarter of fiscal 2019, which missed analysts’ estimate of $4.5 billion.
Here’s How Wall Street Reacted to General Mills’ Q2 2019 Results
Most analysts lowered their target prices on General Mills stock following the release of its results for the second quarter of fiscal 2019.
Conagra Brands Stock Drops 12% on Sales Miss, Lower Organic Sales
Conagra Brands (CAG) reported mixed second-quarter results for its fiscal year today (the period ended on November 25).
Hershey Stock: Bank of America Is Optimistic
Bank of America upgraded Hershey (HSY) stock to “buy” from “underperform.” Hershey stock rose 2.9% on December 19.