Welcome to our dedicated page for Flowers Foods news (Ticker: FLO), a resource for investors and traders seeking the latest updates and insights on Flowers Foods stock.
Flowers Foods, Inc. (NYSE: FLO) is one of the largest producers of packaged bakery foods in the United States, and its news flow reflects developments across a broad portfolio of bakery brands and corporate activities. Headquartered in Thomasville, Georgia, the company operates bakeries across the country and manages brands such as Nature’s Own, Dave’s Killer Bread, Canyon Bakehouse, Simple Mills, Wonder and Tastykake.
News related to Flowers Foods often covers brand and product announcements from its key labels. For example, Nature’s Own has announced better-for-you bread offerings like Nature’s Own Life Wheat + Protein bread, while Dave’s Killer Bread has reported new organic breakfast bars, protein bars, snack bars, snack bites and specialty loaves. These updates highlight how Flowers Foods’ brands introduce new bakery and snack products that emphasize attributes such as organic ingredients, whole grains, non-GMO verification and specific nutrition profiles.
Investors and followers of FLO can also expect corporate news on financial performance, dividends and governance. The company issues press releases on quarterly results, including net sales trends and branded retail performance, and has reported a long history of consecutive quarterly dividends. Governance and leadership updates, such as board appointments and executive transitions in the chief financial officer role, are disclosed through both press releases and Form 8-K filings.
This news page aggregates such brand-level announcements, financial updates and corporate governance developments related to Flowers Foods and its portfolio. Readers interested in the FLO stock and the commercial bakeries sector can use this feed to track how the company communicates about its operations, product innovation and key corporate decisions over time.
Flowers Foods (NYSE: FLO) appointed Michelle Lorge as president of Simple Mills, effective March 2, 2026. Lorge succeeds founder Katlin Smith, who will step down from CEO duties and continue in an advisory role while spending more time with family and philanthropy.
Lorge is an 11-year Simple Mills veteran who led marketing, innovation, and mission efforts; Simple Mills has distribution in more than 30,000 stores. Flowers Foods reported 2025 net sales of $5.3 billion.
Flowers Foods (NYSE: FLO) declared a quarterly dividend of $0.2475 per share, a 3.1% increase versus the same quarter last year. This is the 94th consecutive quarterly dividend. The dividend is payable on March 20, 2026 to shareholders of record on March 6, 2026. Flowers reported 2025 sales of $5.3 billion and operates major bakery brands including Nature's Own and Dave's Killer Bread.
Simple Mills (NYSE: FLO) is among the first brands verified under the new Non-UPF Verified Standard, earning certification for 20 products (about 40% of its portfolio) without reformulating recipes. The verification affirms minimally processed ingredients and banned hyper-engineered additives and covers crackers, cookies, bars, and baking mixes sold in 30,000+ stores.
The brand joined the Flowers Foods portfolio in 2025 and participated in the pilot to help define the standard.
Flowers Foods (NYSE: FLO) reported results for the 13-week quarter and 53-week fiscal 2025 ended Jan. 3, 2026. Net sales rose 11.0% in Q4 to $1.233B and 3.0% for fiscal 2025 to $5.256B. Fiscal net income fell 66.2% to $83.8M, driven by a $136.0M non-cash intangible impairment; adjusted EBITDA was $535.2M for the year. Management expects 2026 net sales of ~$5.163B–$5.267B, adjusted EBITDA of ~$465M–$495M, and adjusted diluted EPS of ~$0.80–$0.90.
Key drivers included the extra 53rd week, the Simple Mills acquisition, pricing/mix shifts, volume declines, and restructuring and impairment charges.
Flowers Foods (NYSE: FLO) named David Roach chief DSD operations officer on Feb. 9, 2026, a newly created role giving him P&L responsibility for the company's direct-store-delivery operations and reporting to Heeth Varnedoe.
The company also consolidated its cake business into a new division led by Dan Scott. Flowers reported 2024 net sales of $5.1 billion.
Flowers Foods (NYSE:FLO) will report fourth quarter and full year 2025 financial results on Thursday, February 12, 2026 after the market close. A live Q&A webcast is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. ET on February 13, 2026.
Access to the webcast, press release, pre-recorded management remarks, transcript, and slides will be available and archived at the company's investor website. The company reported 2024 sales of $5.1 billion.
Experis Tech Talent Outlook (Q1 2026) shows U.S. tech hiring is moderating as employers shift from volume to precision hiring. The U.S. Net Employment Outlook (NEO) for Q1 2026 is 33%, down 10 percentage points from the prior quarter and 19 points year‑over‑year, placing the U.S. below the global average of 35%. Nearly 49% of U.S. tech employers still plan to add staff in Q1 while 16% expect reductions. Employers are prioritizing reskilling and flexible strategies: 32% upskilling current staff, 26% targeting underrepresented pools, and 25% increasing wages. Demand remains concentrated for AI, cloud, and data skills. The full report and Q2 2026 preview are available from Experis.
Nature's Own (FLO) on January 13, 2026 introduced Life Wheat + Protein, a new 16 oz. loaf positioned as a protein-rich, keto-friendly sandwich bread. The product delivers 22 grams of protein per two slices (listed as 13% DV) and 9 grams of fiber per serving. The brand highlights its recipe contains no artificial flavors, colors, preservatives, or high fructose corn syrup. The launch extends Nature's Own Life portfolio, including the existing Life Keto lineup, and the loaf is available at participating retailers nationwide with prices varying by location.
Dave's Killer Bread (FLO) on Jan. 6, 2026 launched an expanded snack portfolio as part of its annual Rock Your Reset campaign, adding organic breakfast bars, new protein and snack bars, and three savory snack bite cheeses.
Key product details: breakfast bars (Boomin' Blueberry Muffin, Strawberry Crumble, Apple Cinnamon Crisp) are USDA Organic and Non-GMO Project Verified, with 4 g fiber and 3 g protein and a suggested retail price starting at $5.99 for a 5-count multipack. Amped-Up protein bars (Double Chocolate Chunk, Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough) contain 10 g plant-based protein. Snack bites add Fiery Cheddar Jalapeño, Shreddin' Cheddar and Zesty Garlic Parm. A Rock Your Reset sweepstakes invites entries at daveskillerbread.com/reset.
Dave's Killer Bread (NASDAQ:FLO) launched Supreme Sourdough on Nov 17, 2025, an organic sourdough loaf available exclusively in West Coast markets.
The loaf uses an authentic sourdough starter and a double-fermentation process, is rolled in the brand's Good Seed topping, sliced thick, and carries USDA organic and Non-GMO Project Verified certifications. Suggested retail price is $6.99, and availability is listed for participating retailers in Arizona, California, Oregon, and Washington, with prices varying by location.