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General Mills, Inc. (NYSE: GIS) generates a steady stream of news across its broad portfolio of food brands, making its news flow relevant to investors, consumers, and industry observers. The company’s releases highlight product launches, brand collaborations, marketing campaigns, recalls, and financial results, all tied to its stated purpose of "Making Food the World Loves" and its Accelerate strategy.
Recent news showcases how General Mills activates its brands in the marketplace. Progresso introduced limited-edition Soup Drops, described as "the soup you can suck on," with flavors inspired by classic soups like Chicken Noodle and Tomato Basil. Pillsbury continues its long-running Pillsbury Bake-Off Contest, with finalists competing for a grand prize and recipes built around Pillsbury dough products. Reese’s Puffs cereal expanded with a Dark Chocolate Naturally Flavored variety, while Wheaties released a limited-edition Marty Supreme box in collaboration with A24.
Beyond product news, General Mills issues updates on earnings and outlook, such as its fiscal 2026 second-quarter results and commentary on segment performance in North America Retail, North America Pet, North America Foodservice, and International. The company also communicates about promotional campaigns, including a "Tastes Like a Touchdown" game day promotion featuring Justin Jefferson and Terry Crews, and initiatives like Cascadian Farm’s use of Kernza in organic cereals.
Safety and quality-related announcements, such as the voluntary recall of select Pillsbury Pizza Pops products in Canada due to potential pathogenic E. coli, are also part of the news flow. For anyone following GIS, this news page provides a centralized view of product innovation, brand activity, financial updates, and risk-related disclosures drawn from General Mills’ own press releases.
Pillsbury (NYSE:GIS) celebrates the Pillsbury Doughboy's 60th birthday with a first‑ever augmented reality (AR) tour of his 2,358 sq ft “Modern Doughhouse Revival,” launched October 20, 2025. Fans can explore rooms, find hidden recipes and historical facts, and buy limited‑edition collectibles such as a reissued 1988 cookie jar, Holiday Shape™ cookie slippers, and a Holiday Shape™ cookie glass set.
Access the experience at doughplacelikehome.com or by scanning any can of Pillsbury crescent rolls, biscuits or cinnamon rolls; the activation debuted on NBC’s “On Brand with Jimmy Fallon.” Collectibles are available while supplies last.
General Mills (NYSE: GIS) held an Investor Day on October 14, 2025 at its Minneapolis headquarters where leadership reaffirmed long‑term growth targets and the fiscal 2026 financial outlook. CEO Jeff Harmening and CFO Kofi Bruce outlined progress since the Accelerate strategy, noting portfolio reshaping of nearly one third, investments in digital capabilities, and advances on people and planetary commitments.
The company highlighted growth initiatives across four segments (North America Retail, North America Pet, International, North America Foodservice) and four shareholder value levers: sustainable sales growth, margin expansion, free cash flow conversion, and cash returns via dividends and repurchases. Presentation materials and the webcast replay are available at www.generalmills.com/investors.
Gushers (NYSE:GIS) revives its viral 1990s Fruitheads commercial as a Halloween horror short titled "FruitHead", released October 9, 2025.
The film, produced with Imagine Entertainment, is directed by Mike Diva and stars award-winning actor Bradley Whitford alongside viral creator Chester Collins. The short reframes the original ad as a dark origin story about a cursed FruitHead seeking revenge on a TV director.
Viewers can watch the film at Gushers.com/fruithead-horror. Live FruitHead street sightings occur in New York City on October 9, 2025, 3–9pm ET at Village Works Bookstore. The film will debut at the Brooklyn Horror Film Festival, and Gushers products are available in new theater-style boxes nationwide.
General Mills (NYSE:GIS) has launched the innovative Progresso Pitmaster Pit Kit, combining BBQ-inspired soup with a unique BBQ smoke-scented deodorant. The limited-edition kit, priced at $15 including shipping, will be available exclusively at ProgressoPitKit.com with two release dates: October 2 and October 16, 2025.
The kit features Progresso's new Pitmaster BBQ-Style Grilled Chicken & Fire Roasted Corn Soup alongside a specially designed BBQ-scented deodorant, offering consumers the taste and smell of grilling without the actual work. The Progresso Pitmaster soup line, available nationwide, includes varieties like Sausage Beer Cheese with Potato and Smokehouse-Style Steak & Potatoes, each containing 14+ grams of protein per can.
General Mills (NYSE:GIS) has announced an upcoming Investor Day event scheduled for October 14, 2025, at its Minneapolis headquarters. The event will begin at 8:30 a.m. CDT.
Chairman and CEO Jeff Harmening, CFO Kofi Bruce, and other leadership team members will present the company's strategic priorities and long-term growth plans, with emphasis on driving brand remarkability to accelerate growth. Investors can access the presentation and Q&A session through a live video webcast on the company's investor relations website.
General Mills (NYSE: GIS) has announced its quarterly dividend declaration of $0.61 per share. The dividend will be payable on November 3, 2025, to shareholders of record as of October 10, 2025.
This dividend declaration marks a significant milestone in the company's history, as General Mills and its predecessor have maintained an uninterrupted dividend payment streak for 127 years, demonstrating a long-standing commitment to shareholder returns.
Old El Paso (NYSE:GIS) is launching a "National Taco Day-Off" campaign to celebrate National Taco Day on October 7, 2025. The brand is offering fans a chance to win a two-night cowboy-themed getaway at a True Ranch Collection dude ranch property.
The promotion features ten grand prize packages for winners and their guests, including trail rides, stargazing, and Old El Paso merchandise such as leather boots and gold-plated belt buckles. Additionally, customers who purchase Old El Paso taco shells on October 7 can receive a full purchase price refund in Fetch points by submitting their receipt through the Fetch app.
The campaign builds on the recent debut of Elroy, Old El Paso's new cowboy brand icon, featured in their latest advertising campaign. Entries for the sweepstakes are open from September 23 to October 9, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. ET.
General Mills (NYSE: GIS) reported fiscal 2026 first-quarter results with net sales of $4.5 billion, down 7% including a 4-point impact from divestitures and acquisitions. Organic net sales decreased 3%. The company reported operating profit of $1.7 billion, up 108% including a $1.05 billion gain from the U.S. yogurt divestiture.
Adjusted diluted EPS was $0.86, down 20% in constant currency. The company is focusing on restoring organic sales growth through investments in value, innovation, and product news, resulting in improved market share in 8 of 10 U.S. categories. Notable developments include Blue Buffalo's expansion into fresh pet food and continued efficiency through Holistic Margin Management.
General Mills reaffirmed its fiscal 2026 outlook, expecting organic net sales between -1% and +1%, with adjusted operating profit and adjusted diluted EPS projected to decline 10-15% in constant currency.
General Mills (NYSE:GIS) announced that its iconic Pillsbury brand is launching larger-sized versions of its popular crescent rolls, biscuits, and cinnamon rolls products. To celebrate this product enhancement, the company is organizing a special promotional event featuring a 25-foot-tall Pillsbury Doughboy at Brooklyn Bridge Park in New York City on September 21, 2025.
The one-day event, running from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. ET, will offer families the opportunity to interact with the giant Doughboy mascot, sample warm freshly baked products, and participate in various activities. For those unable to attend, Pillsbury is launching PokeTheDoughboy.com, where consumers can virtually interact with the Doughboy, access digital rebates, and locate stores selling the new larger-sized products.
General Mills (NYSE: GIS) has achieved recognition on TIME's World's Best Companies 2025 list for the third consecutive year. The company ranked among the top five in the U.S. Food & Beverage category, notably securing the highest score in Sustainability Transparency within its sector.
The prestigious ranking, presented by TIME and Statista Inc., evaluates companies based on three key metrics: Sustainability Transparency, Employee Satisfaction, and Revenue Growth. This recognition reinforces General Mills' position as a leading global food company committed to corporate excellence.