Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)
Consumer Staples ยท Meat Packing Plants
Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since June 1, 1972. SentiSense covers Hormel Foods Corporation in the Consumer Staples sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Meat Packing Plants. Jeffrey Ettinger (Interim) is its chief executive officer. The company reports 20,000 employees, and its corporate website is www.hormelfoods.com.
About Hormel Foods Corporation
Historically meat-focused, Hormel Foods broadened its lineup to include other protein offerings and became a branded food company. The firm sells its wares through multiple channels, including US retail (61.6% of fiscal 2025 sales), US foodservice (32.6%), and international (less than 6%). By product, 73% of fiscal 2025 sales were from perishable food and 27% from shelf-stable. Major brands include Hormel, Spam, Jennie-O, Columbus, Applegate, Planters, and Skippy. Many of these hold the number one or two market share in their respective categories.
Institutional ownership
In 13F filings for the quarter ended June 30, 2026, 610 institutions reported holding HRL, with 239.9 million shares worth $6.0 billion in aggregate. The largest reported holders were Vanguard, State Street and BlackRock. Of the 5 largest reported holders, 3 added shares and 2 reduced their positions during the quarter.
More on HRL
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- HRL ownership: all 610 reporting institutions, plus insider and congressional trades.
- HRL financials: revenue, net income, operating margin and free cash flow by quarter and year.
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Frequently asked questions
What does Hormel Foods Corporation do?
Historically meat-focused, Hormel Foods broadened its lineup to include other protein offerings and became a branded food company.
What sector is HRL in?
SentiSense classifies Hormel Foods Corporation in the Consumer Staples sector, and its Standard Industrial Classification is Meat Packing Plants.
Where does HRL stock trade?
Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL) is listed on the New York Stock Exchange, where its shares have traded since June 1, 1972.
Who is the CEO of Hormel Foods Corporation?
Jeffrey Ettinger (Interim) is the chief executive officer of Hormel Foods Corporation.