Founded in 1866, Minneapolis, Minnesota-based General Mills, Inc. (GIS) is a global manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer foods sold through retail stores. The company has a market capitalization of $25.5 billion and operates through North America Retail, International, North America Pet, and North America Foodservice segments. The company offers ready-to-eat cereals, convenient meals, and snacks under brands including Annies, Betty Crocker, Bisquick, Blue Buffalo, Bugles, Cascadian Farm, Cheerios, and more.
Shares of the company have lagged behind the broader market over the past year, but have outperformed in 2026. GIS stock has declined 19.9% over the past 52 weeks and has grown 3% on a YTD basis. In comparison, the S&P 500 Index ($SPX) has returned 14% over the past year and risen 1.3% in 2026.
