Hormel Foods Corp. Stock Plummets to New 52-Week Low of $21.22

Hormel Foods Corp. has reached a new 52-week low, trading at USD 21.22 on October 30, 2025. This marks a significant decline for the small-cap company, which operates within the fast-moving consumer goods (FMCG) sector. Over the past year, Hormel Foods has experienced a performance drop of 30.38%, contrasting sharply with the S&P 500's gain of 18.13%.
The company's financial metrics reveal a P/E ratio of 22.00 and a notable dividend yield of 225.26%. However, Hormel's return on equity stands at 9.38%, indicating challenges in generating profits relative to shareholder equity. The debt-to-equity ratio is relatively low at 0.28, suggesting a conservative approach to leveraging.

Recent financial results have shown a decline in operating cash flow, which hit its lowest point at USD 930.97 million, and a year-over-year increase in raw material costs by 6.11%. These factors contribute to the stock's underperformance, as it has consistently lagged behind the S&P 500 over the past three years. The stock's 52-week high was recorded at USD 33.80, highlighting the extent of its recent downturn.