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Historical Annual Returns
Over the past 20 years, General Mills Inc. has delivered an average annual return of 8.4%. The stock peaked in 2019 with a massive +45.0% gain, while investors faced a downturn in 2018 (-31.3%). Overall, the stock finished in the green 15 times out of 20 years.
Avg Return
+8.4%
Win Rate
75%
15W - 5L
Best
+45.0%
2019
Worst
-31.3%
2018
Performance Consistency
About General Mills Inc.
Visit Website ↗General Mills Inc. is a leading global food company that manufactures and markets branded consumer foods worldwide. Its portfolio of well-known brands includes Cheerios, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, Yoplait, Nature Valley, Häagen-Dazs, and many others. General Mills operates in retail channels, foodservice, and through its organic and natural foods business. The company is committed to making food with passion, providing nourishing and delicious products that meet the evolving tastes and preferences of consumers.
Key Business Segments
North America Retail
Includes sales of branded food products to retail customers in the United States and Canada.
International
Comprises sales of branded food products to retail and foodservice customers outside of North America.
Pet Food
Manufactures and markets premium pet food products under brands like Blue Buffalo.
Foodservice
Provides branded and unbranded food products to the foodservice industry, including restaurants, schools, and healthcare facilities.
Key Innovations
- ✓Pioneered many iconic food brands that have become staples in households worldwide, constantly innovating to meet consumer demands for taste, convenience, and health.
- ✓Actively investing in sustainable sourcing, production, and packaging to reduce its environmental footprint and promote responsible business practices.
Historical Milestones
Cadwallader C. Washburn builds a flour mill, a predecessor to General Mills, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
General Mills Inc. is officially formed through the merger of several flour milling companies.
Introduces Cheerios cereal, which quickly becomes a breakfast favorite.
Acquires The Pillsbury Company, significantly expanding its portfolio of baking and refrigerated dough products.