General Mills Stock Price, News & Analysis

General Mills (NYSE: GIS) has successfully acquired TNT Crust, a leading manufacturer of frozen pizza crusts, previously owned by Peak Rock Capital. TNT Crust has shown remarkable growth, achieving approximately $100 million in net sales for 2021, with double-digit annual growth over four years. The acquisition includes two manufacturing facilities in Green Bay, Wisconsin, and one in St. Charles, Missouri, which will enhance General Mills' operational capabilities and market reach in the foodservice and retail sectors.

An affiliate of Peak Rock Capital has completed the sale of TNT Crust LLC to General Mills (NYSE: GIS). TNT, known for its better-for-you pizza crusts, caters to a diverse clientele, including national pizza chains and foodservice distributors. Under Peak Rock's ownership since late 2018, TNT has enhanced its manufacturing capabilities and launched new product lines. The transaction reflects Peak Rock's strategy to support growth in consumer sectors. The new production facility in St. Charles is expected to create over 100 jobs.

General Mills has partnered with Regrow Agriculture to monitor the environmental impacts of agricultural practices across 175 million acres of farmland in North America, Europe, and South America. This initiative supports General Mills' goal of advancing regenerative agriculture on one million acres by 2030 and reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 30% within its value chain by 2030. The collaboration utilizes Regrow's technology, including satellite imagery and data modeling, to enhance climate tracking and improve emissions baselines, contributing to the company's net-zero emissions target by 2050.

General Mills has announced a multi-year roadmap with the Ecosystem Services Market Consortium (ESMC) to enhance the Eco-Harvest program, which rewards farmers for engaging in regenerative agriculture. Initial funding of $3 million will support the development of Eco-Harvest, targeting U.S. and Canadian regions critical to sourcing ingredients like wheat and corn. The partnership aims to promote sustainable practices and aims for General Mills to achieve net zero emissions by 2050. This initiative aligns with General Mills' commitment to regenerative agriculture on one million acres by 2030.

General Mills is launching a new snack, the Totino’s FaZe Clan Buffalo Chicken Pizza Rolls, in collaboration with FaZe Clan. This fan-requested flavor will be available starting in July, following a preview event from June 3-5 in Los Angeles. Having built on a successful first year of partnership, the new product aims to cater to gaming enthusiasts. This initiative aligns with General Mills' strategy to innovate and respond to consumer demand, enhancing their brand's engagement with younger audiences.

General Mills, Inc. (NYSE: GIS) is scheduled to report its fiscal 2022 fourth quarter and full-year results on June 29, 2022. A press release, along with pre-recorded management remarks and supporting slides, will be available that morning, followed by a webcasted Q&A session at 8:00 a.m. CT. The webcast and related materials can be accessed at www.generalmills.com/investors.

In fiscal 2021, General Mills reported net sales of $18.1 billion and non-consolidated joint venture net sales of $1.1 billion.

Eagle Foods announced its acquisition of the Helper and Suddenly Salad brands from General Mills (NYSE: GIS), enhancing its leadership in the center store category. Expected to finalize in Q3 2022, this strategic move will diversify Eagle's product offerings in snacks, baking, and meals. CEO Bernard Kreilmann emphasized the importance of investing in and revitalizing these iconic brands. With a history of driving growth through R&D and marketing, Eagle aims to expand its market presence and deliver affordable meal solutions to families.

General Mills (NYSE: GIS) has announced a definitive agreement to sell its Helper and Suddenly Salad businesses to Eagle Family Foods Group for approximately $610 million. This divestiture aims to enhance General Mills' North America Retail segment growth by allowing greater focus on more profitable categories. The Helper and Suddenly Salad businesses generated about $235 million in net sales for fiscal 2021. Following the transaction, the company expects an approximate 10 to 11 cents dilution to its adjusted earnings per share in the first year.