General Mills Stock Price, News & Analysis

General Mills, Inc. (NYSE: GIS) is set to report its fiscal 2022 second-quarter results on December 21, 2021. The announcement will include a press release, pre-recorded management remarks, and supporting slides, followed by a webcasted Q&A session at 8:00 a.m. CT. In fiscal 2021, the company achieved $18.1 billion in net sales, with an additional $1.1 billion from non-consolidated joint ventures. The firm operates under an Accelerate strategy aimed at enhancing shareholder value through brand building and innovation.

General Mills has finalized the sale of its 51% controlling interest in European Yoplait operations to Sodiaal, a move initially announced on March 23, 2021. In conjunction with this transaction, General Mills has gained full ownership of the Canadian Yoplait business and will now benefit from a lower royalty rate for the Yoplait and Liberté brands in the U.S. and Canada. This divestiture aligns with General Mills' Accelerate strategy aimed at enhancing shareholder returns through focused brand management and innovation.

General Mills (NYSE: GIS) has announced the sale of its European dough businesses to Cérélia, a leader in ready-to-bake dough solutions. This transaction includes brands such as Knack & Back and Jus-Rol in Germany, the UK, and Ireland, expected to close by the end of fiscal 2022, subject to regulatory approvals. This move aligns with General Mills' Accelerate strategy, focusing on profitable growth and strengthening their portfolio across key global platforms.

The Board of Directors of General Mills has declared a quarterly dividend of $0.51 per share, payable on February 1, 2022, to shareholders of record as of January 10, 2022. The company has maintained uninterrupted dividend payments for 123 years. In fiscal 2021, General Mills reported net sales of $18.1 billion, with an additional $1.1 billion from non-consolidated joint ventures.

General Mills announces a collaboration with renowned artist KAWS for the launch of KAWSPUFFS, a new AR game accessed via limited-edition cereal boxes. The first box, priced at $3.99, is available now, while a second exclusive blue box will be released on November 17 for $49.99, with opportunities to win signed editions by achieving high scores in the game. This partnership aims to engage fans through creativity and innovation, further establishing REESE’S PUFFS as a leader in limited-edition collaborations.

Pillsbury has partnered with Operation Homefront to donate rent-free homes to military families, with the first family welcomed into a transitional home in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, just in time for Thanksgiving. This initiative aims to support veterans as they transition back to civilian life, providing them with housing and resources for financial stability. The project will include three homes, with the potential to help multiple families over the next 15-20 years. Operation Homefront has helped over 600 families through similar programs, emphasizing community support for military personnel.

This winter, Lärabar teams up with Paper Culture to release limited-edition packaging featuring original artwork, celebrating sustainability. Available from November, the holiday collection showcases four indulgent flavors: Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough, Peanut Butter Chocolate Chip, Mint Chip Brownie, and Peanut Butter Cookie. New customers can save $10 on their first Paper Culture purchase. The designs extend to curated stationery and a sweepstakes running from November 1-17 for a Sustainable Holiday Advent Calendar. Retail availability lasts two months, with a 6-pack priced at $6.29.