Kellanova Stock Price, News & Analysis

Mars, Incorporated has announced a private offering of senior notes to partially finance its pending acquisition of Kellanova (NYSE: K). The notes will be offered to qualified institutional buyers in the US and non-US persons outside the US under Securities Act exemptions.

If the acquisition isn't completed by August 20, 2026, or if the merger agreement is terminated earlier, the notes will be subject to a special mandatory redemption at 101% of their principal amount plus accrued interest. While the notes won't initially be guaranteed by Mars subsidiaries, Kellanova is expected to guarantee them on a senior unsecured basis upon acquisition completion.

The offering's completion isn't conditional on the acquisition's consummation. The notes haven't been registered under the Securities Act and cannot be offered or sold in the US without registration or applicable exemption.

Kellanova (NYSE: K) has announced its Board of Directors' declaration of a $0.57 dividend per share on common stock. The dividend will be paid on March 14, 2025, to shareholders of record as of the close of business on March 3, 2025, which is also the ex-dividend date. This marks the company's 401st dividend payment to common stock owners since 1925, continuing a long-standing tradition that began when the company was known as Kellogg Company.

Kellanova celebrates International Day of Women and Girls in Science by highlighting four female leaders in STEM across its global operations. The featured professionals include: Claudia Arboleda Tamayo (Senior Director, Manufacturing in Latin America), Loretta Franks (VP Global Chief Data & Analytics Officer in Europe), Sara Khafagy (R&D Director in MENAT), and Roxanne Myles (Director, Global Premiums and Licensing in North America).

Each leader shares insights about their roles, career inspirations, and advice for aspiring STEM professionals. Their responsibilities range from operational strategy and data analytics to R&D innovation and quality assurance. The initiative aligns with the UN's recognition of women's contributions in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics while promoting inclusion in traditionally male-dominated fields.

Kellanova (NYSE: K) has released its fourth quarter 2024 earnings results. The company has made the results available on their investor relations website and filed a Current Report on Form 8-K with the SEC. The documents can be accessed through the company's investor website and the SEC's website.

Kellanova (NYSE: K) has unveiled its 2025 Big Game advertisement campaign featuring its Pringles brand, marking its eighth consecutive Super Bowl appearance. The campaign, titled 'Call of the Mustaches,' features celebrities Adam Brody, Nick Offerman, James Harden, and Andy Reid in a creative spot showcasing flying mustaches coming to the rescue during snacking emergencies.

The 30-second commercial will air during the second quarter's end and is supported by a comprehensive marketing campaign including PR, digital, retail marketing, and social media initiatives. Additionally, Pringles announced the launch of new game day-inspired flavors: Loaded Potato Skins and 7-Layer Dip available in February, followed by Miller Lite Beer Can Chicken in May.

Kellanova has secured the No. 6 position in the consumer food products industry on Fortune Magazine's 2025 World's Most Admired Companies list, improving from its seventh place ranking in 2024. The prestigious list evaluates 650 highest-revenue companies across 51 industries and 30 countries.

Companies are assessed on nine key attributes: innovation, people management, use of corporate assets, social responsibility, quality of management, financial soundness, long-term investment value, quality of products and services, and global competitiveness. Kellanova joins industry leaders including Nestle, PepsiCo, Mondelez International, General Mills, and Danone.

Chief Global Human Resources Officer Melissa Howell emphasized that this recognition reflects the team's hard work, creativity, and dedication, while reinforcing their commitment to delivering exceptional products and making a positive global impact.

Kellanova (NYSE: K) has announced the launch of two new pizza-inspired Cheez-It flavors: Cheez-It Snap'd Extra Crunchy Margherita Pizza and Cheez-It Duoz Pesto + Mozzarella. The new products, made with 100% real cheese, aim to deliver authentic Italian-inspired flavors to the brand's snack lineup.

The Margherita Pizza variety features tangy tomato, basil, olive oil, and mozzarella flavors with an extra-crunchy texture. The Pesto + Mozzarella Duoz combines herb-infused pesto crackers with creamy mozzarella crackers. Starting immediately, customers can purchase these new flavors on cheezit.com, with a special 20% discount plus free shipping available on National Pizza Day (February 9) using code PIZZA20. Both varieties will be available nationwide by March 2025.

Krispy Kreme (DNUT) has announced its first-ever partnership with Pop-Tarts, launching the Krispy Kreme x Pop-Tarts® Crazy Good Doughnuts Collection starting January 6. The -time collaboration features three new doughnut varieties combining popular Pop-Tarts flavors:

- Pop-Tarts® Frosted Strawberry Doughnut: unglazed shell with strawberry filling, shortbread icing, and toppings
- Pop-Tarts® Frosted Chocolatey Fudge Doughnut: Original Glazed® with chocolate icing and brownie batter buttercreme
- Pop-Tarts® Frosted Brown Sugar Cinnamon Doughnut: cinnamon sugar doughnut with brown sugar cinnamon cream cheese buttercreme

The collection is available in-shop, for pickup, delivery, and through select retailers in 6-pack boxes.

RXBAR launches 'B.S. Blocker' campaign to challenge typical 'New Year, New You' messaging, promoting self-acceptance over unrealistic expectations. The campaign, starting January 2025, includes multiple initiatives:

The brand is deploying a B.S. Blocker Truck in New York City on January 3, which will physically block toxic advertising when alerted by text messages. Additionally, RXBAR is taking over NYC billboards with positive messaging and launching a social media campaign where participants can share their rejected New Year's B.S. on Instagram for discount codes (valid through January 31).

The campaign features a partnership with content creator @dudettewithsign and aligns with RXBAR's 'No B.S.' brand philosophy, focusing on authenticity and realistic goal-setting. The initiative aims to help people start the year without guilt or unrealistic expectations.