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B&G Foods Inc (BGS)
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Upturn Advisory Summary
09/16/2025: BGS (1-star) has a low Upturn Star Rating. Not recommended to BUY.
Upturn Star Rating
Not Recommended Performance
These Stocks/ETFs, based on Upturn Advisory, consistently fall short of market performance, signaling caution before investing.
Number of Analysts
7 Analysts rated it
Limited analyst coverage, niche firm, research info may be scarce.
1 Year Target Price $4.1
1 Year Target Price $4.1
| 0 | Strong Buy |
| 0 | Buy |
| 5 | Hold |
| 0 | Sell |
| 2 | Strong Sell |
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -50.45% | Avg. Invested days 26 | Today’s Advisory Consider higher Upturn Star rating |
Upturn Star Rating | Upturn Advisory Performance  1.0 | Stock Returns Performance  1.0 |
| Profits based on simulation | Last Close 09/16/2025 |
Key Highlights
Company Size Small-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 360.02M USD | Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.1 |
Price to earnings Ratio - | 1Y Target Price 4.1 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 7 | Beta 0.5 | 52 Weeks Range 3.67 - 8.36 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 3.67 - 8.36 | Updated Date 09/15/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 16.89% | Basic EPS (TTM) -2.81 |
Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | Actual - |
Profitability
Profit Margin -12.02% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.72% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 3.86% | Return on Equity (TTM) -35.36% |
Valuation
Trailing PE - | Forward PE 9 | Enterprise Value 2343707870 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.19 |
Enterprise Value 2343707870 | Price to Sales(TTM) 0.19 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.26 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 31.24 | Shares Outstanding 80003800 | Shares Floating 76915604 |
Shares Outstanding 80003800 | Shares Floating 76915604 | ||
Percent Insiders 3.21 | Percent Institutions 80.53 |
Upturn AI SWOT
B&G Foods Inc
Company Overview
History and Background
B&G Foods, Inc. was founded in 1889. It has grown through acquisitions of various food brands. A key milestone was its initial public offering and continued expansion through strategic brand acquisitions.
Core Business Areas
- Shelf-Stable Foods: Includes canned vegetables, fruits, sauces, and other shelf-stable grocery items.
- Frozen Foods: Includes frozen vegetables and other frozen food products acquired through various brand acquisitions.
- Specialty Brands: Including spices, hot sauces and condiments, which offer unique flavors that complement any meal occasion.
Leadership and Structure
David L. Wenner is the Interim President and CEO. Organizational structure includes various departments such as Sales, Marketing, Operations, and Finance.
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Green Giant: Frozen and canned vegetables. Competitors include Birds Eye (Conagra Brands) and store-brand frozen vegetables. Market share is significant, with Green Giant holding a notable position in frozen and canned vegetable categories.
- Cream of Wheat: Hot cereal. Competitors include Quaker Oats (PepsiCo) and Malt-O-Meal (Post Holdings). Cream of Wheat remains a significant brand with a substantial market share in hot cereals.
- Dash: Salt-free seasoning blends. Competitors include Mrs. Dash (B&G foods), McCormick and Spice Islands.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The packaged foods industry is characterized by high competition and evolving consumer preferences towards healthier and convenience foods.
Positioning
B&G Foods positions itself as a consolidator of established, but under-managed brands. Their competitive advantage lies in acquiring and revitalizing these brands.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The TAM for packaged foods is substantial. B&G is positioned through niche brands.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand portfolio
- Effective acquisition strategy
- Established distribution network
- Experienced management team
Weaknesses
- High debt levels
- Dependence on acquisitions for growth
- Vulnerability to commodity price fluctuations
- Limited organic growth
Opportunities
- Further acquisitions of complementary brands
- Expansion into new geographic markets
- Innovation in product offerings
- Increased demand for healthy and convenient foods
Threats
- Intense competition from larger food companies
- Changing consumer preferences
- Economic downturns affecting consumer spending
- Rising input costs
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- CAG
- KHC
- GIS
- CPB
Competitive Landscape
B&G Foods faces intense competition from larger, more diversified food companies. Their niche brands and acquisition strategy offer a competitive advantage, but high debt levels and limited organic growth pose challenges.
Major Acquisitions
Spices & Seasonings Business from ACH Food Companies
- Year: 2020
- Acquisition Price (USD millions): 560
- Strategic Rationale: Expanded B&G's spices and seasonings portfolio and is immediately accretive to earnings and free cash flow.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: B&G's growth has primarily been driven by acquisitions. Organic growth has been limited.
Future Projections: Analyst projections vary but generally anticipate modest revenue growth, contingent on successful acquisitions and cost management.
Recent Initiatives: Focusing on cost reduction, debt management, and organic growth initiatives.
Summary
B&G Foods is a consolidator of established food brands, mainly growing through acquisition. While their strong brand portfolio is a strength, high debt and limited organic growth present challenges. They need to innovate more and manage debt effectively. Future success depends on strategic acquisitions and cost management.
Peer Comparison
Sources and Disclaimers
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- SEC filings, Company reports, Market research reports, Analyst estimates
Disclaimers:
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About B&G Foods Inc
Exchange NYSE | Headquaters Parsippany, NJ, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 2007-05-23 | President, CEO & Director Mr. Kenneth Charles Keller Jr. | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Packaged Foods | Full time employees 2610 | Website https://bgfoods.com |
Full time employees 2610 | Website https://bgfoods.com | ||
B&G Foods, Inc. manufactures, sells, and distributes a portfolio of shelf-stable and frozen foods, and household products in the United States, Canada, and Puerto Rico. The company's products include frozen and canned vegetables, vegetables, canola and other cooking oils, vegetable shortening, cooking sprays, oatmeal and other hot cereals, fruit spreads, canned meats and beans, bagel chips, spices, seasonings, hot sauces, wine vinegar, maple syrups, molasses, salad dressings, pizza crusts, Mexican-style sauces, dry soups, taco shells and kits, salsas, pickles, peppers, tomato-based products, crackers, baking powder and soda, corn starch, nut clusters, and other specialty products. It markets its products under various brands, including Ac'cent, B&G, B&G Sandwich Toppers, B&M, Baker's Joy, Bear Creek Country Kitchens, Brer Rabbit, Canoleo, Cary's, Clabber Girl, Cream of Rice, Cream of Wheat, Crisco, Dash, Davis, Devonsheer, Don Pepino, Durkee, Grandma's, Green Giant, Joan of Arc, Las Palmas, Le Sueur, MacDonald's, Mama Mary's, Maple Grove Farms of Vermont, McCann's, Molly McButter, New York Flatbreads, New York Style, Old London, Ortega, Polaner, Red Devil, Regina, Sa-són, Sclafani, Spice Islands, Spring Tree, Sugar Twin, Tone's, Trappey's, TrueNorth, Underwood, Vermont Maid, Victoria, and Wright's. The company also sells, markets, and distributes household products under the Static Guard brand. It sells and distributes its products directly, as well as through a network of independent brokers and distributors to supermarket chains, foodservice outlets, mass merchants, warehouse clubs, non-food outlets, and specialty distributors. The company was formerly known as B&G Foods Holdings Corp. and changed its name to B&G Foods, Inc. in October 2004. B&G Foods, Inc. was founded in 1822 and is headquartered in Parsippany, New Jersey.
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