With rate cuts beginning as we enter the final quarter of the year, it is time for a review of how my “top picks” are performing for the year. These were originally chosen as they were choices from beaten-down sectors heading into the year, but I feel they can still be choices to hold for the long run as well. We are also giving a look to see if they are still worth accumulating at this point or if they've become a bit pricey as they've been delivering some upside.
Conagra Brands, Inc.'s Grocery & Snacks and Refrigerated & Frozen segments are the main drivers of revenue and adjusted EBIT performance. My analysis focuses mainly on the revenue dynamics of these units. Revenues are pressured by volume and pricing pressures, present across all major segments. Volume growth in Frozen is driven by pricing reductions, which contradicts management's pricing outlook for FY25. Conagra's execution is patchy; the company has missed on revenue results and also lowered guidance expectations. Management has warned that Q1 FY25 is seasonally weak. I'm looking for optimism in Q2.
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CAG is troubled by sluggish consumption trends and elevated costs, while Conagra Brands' solid brands and frozen category strength have been aiding.
Conagra Brands recently announced the launch of new products and the acquisition of Sweetwood Smoke & Co. This strategy will update the portfolio of products offered by the company, which could lead to an increase in sales in the coming period. CAG is quite solid, although it shows some red flags to take into account.
Conagra announces the completion of the divestiture of its 51.8% ownership stake in Agro Tech Foods that is set to enhance its portfolio.
During times of turbulence and uncertainty in the markets, many investors turn to dividend-yielding stocks. These are often companies that have high free cash flows and reward shareholders with a high dividend payout.
Conagra Brands (CAG) has been witnessing challenging industry trends, including a slowdown in consumption. The company expects volumes to be soft in the first quarter of fiscal 2025.
On Wall Street, question marks over the health of the economy have increased as many sectors struggle to maintain stability. However, consumer stocks — especially those related to essential goods — often exhibit resilience during such volatility.
Conagra Brands' (CAG) acquisition of Sweetwood Smoke & Co. highlights its focus on expanding in the innovative, high-protein snacks category.