General Mills Earns an Upgrade at Argus

Argus analysts raised their rating of General Mills (NYSE:GIS) from Hold to Buy, setting a price target of $90.00.

General Mills holds a prominent position within the packaged food industry and possesses a wide range of established brands. The company is capitalizing on its major brands through promotional activities and the introduction of new products. Additionally, General Mills is expanding its business through strategic acquisitions, such as the recent purchase of TNT Crust, a manufacturer specializing in frozen pizza crusts.

The company's management is actively focused on cost control and margin enhancement, implementing a comprehensive margin management program. The analysts highlighted the management's initiatives to develop a unique portfolio of brands catering to health-conscious consumers and increase revenue from innovative products. General Mills maintains a robust balance sheet, and management has demonstrated confidence in the company's future prospects by announcing a substantial 9% increase in the dividend, resulting in a current yield of approximately 3.1%.

Overall, the analysts believe that General Mills is well-positioned to leverage its brand strength and enhance its profit margins.