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Conagra Brands, Inc.(CAG)

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1-STAR RATING
PASS
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$13.49
10/09/2026
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Upturn Advisory & Investor View for CAG

10/09/2026: CAG (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

Conagra Brands is a mature consumer packaged goods company known for a portfolio of familiar household brands like Healthy Choice and Slim Jim. The company has a leading position in the North American frozen and shelf-stable segments, which provides stable cash flows. Its main growth story centers on operational discipline, brand renovation, and innovation in high-convenience categories. However, investors must weigh these strengths against risks, including intense competition from private labels, sensitivity to commodity cost inflation, and moderate debt levels. Conagra may best suit value and dividend-focused investors, provided they monitor the company’s ability to successfully pass through pricing and maintain brand relevance.

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Company fundamentals, valuation, risks, and news provide supporting context about the business.

Investor Fit

Investor styleFitWhy
Growth investorWeak fitConagra is a mature, slow-growth packaged food company, not a high-growth technology or disruptive enterprise.
Momentum investorMixed fitThis is a conditional play based on positive upturn signals regarding margin recovery or sector rotation.
Value investorStrong fitThe company often trades at reasonable valuation multiples, making it attractive to those seeking stable cash flows.
Dividend investorStrong fitConagra provides a reliable and consistent dividend yield that appeals to income-oriented portfolios.
Low-risk investorStrong fitAs a consumer staple, Conagra typically exhibits lower volatility compared to the broader, more cyclical market.

Risk Profile

Risk factorLevelWhy it matters
Price volatilityMediumAs a consumer staple, the stock is generally less volatile than growth equities but susceptible to broad sector sell-offs.
Valuation riskLowThe stock historically trades within a moderate valuation band consistent with the mature packaged food industry.
Competition risk (private label)Medium / highPrivate label products pose a constant threat to market share during periods of high consumer price sensitivity.
Business qualityMediumThe company maintains a solid portfolio of well-known brands, though it faces the challenges of a maturing food market.
Dividend incomeLow / noneThe dividend is well-supported by cash flows, making it a reliable component of the investment thesis.
Execution riskMediumSuccess depends on the ongoing ability to manage input costs and maintain brand relevance through innovation.

Price Behavior

Downtrend
PRICE PATH

Downtrend

The stock has experienced a sustained decline in price over recent periods.

Moderately Choppy
PRICE STABILITY

Moderately Choppy

The stock has experienced noticeable price swings while retaining some directional structure.

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -13.69%
Avg. Invested days 40
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Upturn Scorecard

Upturn Star Rating

★★★★★
CAG receives a 3-star rating based on the available scored pillars. The rating is constrained by weak unit economics, weak price momentum, and limited analyst upside.

Company Fundamentals

★★★★★
CAG has moderate overall fundamentals (3 stars), with soft financial health, soft growth momentum, and solid ownership. In FY2026 versus FY2025, solid cash generation (FCF margin 8.7%) is partially offset by negative earnings growth (-266.3%), slightly negative revenue growth (-2.9%), weak profitability (net margin -17.0%).

Financial Health Rating

★★★★★
CAG's financial health is soft, with the relatively strongest area being moderate cash strength, including free-cash-flow generation (8.7% of revenue). Profitability is soft (2 stars), which helps explain the 2-star overall score.

Growth Momentum Score

★★★★★
CAG's growth profile is soft, with the least-weak measure being revenue growth at -2.9% FY2026 versus FY2025. By comparison, while earnings growth (-266.3%, negative) and free-cash-flow growth (-24.9%, negative) hold the profile back, so recent growth is not broad-based across the business.

Ownership

★★★★★
Institutional ownership is 91.4% and approximately 99.3% of outstanding shares are publicly tradable, supporting liquidity and institutional participation. Insider ownership is only 0.65%, which materially reduces the ownership score.

Top 5 Institutional Investors

BlackRock Inc 16.67%
Vanguard Portfolio Management, LLC 6.12%
Vanguard Capital Management, LLC 4.52%
AQR Capital Management LLC 4.29%
State Street Corp 3.46%

Unit Economics (Per $1K Revenue)

★★★★★
CAG generates approximately $239 of gross profit, $-144 of operating income, and $87 of free cash flow for every $1,000 of revenue. Based on FY2026 results. Operating losses explain the 1-star rating, with weak cash conversion and weak capital efficiency.

Economic Dimensions

★★★★★
Effective Tax Rate: -5.03% (Tax Credit)

Quantitative Style Profile

★★★★★
CAG has a liquid, relatively low-volatility profile. Weak momentum is the primary drawback.

Style Classification

Quality Focused

Value-OrientedLow VolatilitySmall / Mid Cap RiskShort Squeeze RiskHighly Liquid / Institution-Friendly

Key Highlights

Company Size Mid-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 6.44B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 14.32
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 14.32
Volume (30-day avg) 13.5M shares
Beta -
52 Weeks Range 12.39 - 19.60
Updated Date 10/09/2026
52 Weeks Range 12.39 - 19.60
Updated Date 10/09/2026
Dividends yield (FY) 9.03%
Basic EPS (TTM) -3.98

How Company Makes Money

Business areaWhat it includesRetail investor read
Retail (Grocery & Snacks)Shelf-stable staples like Hunt's, Slim Jim, and Orville Redenbacher's.This segment is a reliable revenue engine driven by household pantry staple consumption.
Refrigerated & FrozenFrozen meals like Healthy Choice, Marie Callender's, and Banquet.A key growth and innovation engine that capitalizes on convenience-focused eating habits.
FoodserviceCustomized culinary solutions for restaurants and institutions.This area benefits from the broader recovery and growth in commercial dining and away-from-home eating.

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

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Earnings Date

Report Date 2026-09-30
When Before Market
Estimate 0.31
Actual 0.41

Profitability

Profit Margin -16.95%
Operating Margin (TTM) 11.59%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 4.29%
Return on Equity (TTM) -24.89%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 10.62
Enterprise Value 14.15B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.57
Enterprise Value 14.15B
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.57
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.27
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 14.98
Shares Outstanding 477.41M
Shares Floating 473.92M
Shares Outstanding 477.41M
Shares Floating 473.92M
Percent Insiders 0.65
Percent Institutions 91.38

Financial Metrics

🧭 Investment Snapshot

Total Revenue (Scale)

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Net Income (Profit)

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Free Cash Flow (Cash Strength)

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📈 Growth & Strength

Operating Income (Core Profit)

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EBITDA (Cash Earnings)

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Gross Profit (Unit Profitability)

Information icon Revenue minus cost of revenue, showing profit after direct production costs. It is needed to evaluate core business profitability before overhead expenses.

🛡️ Financial Safety

Cash (Liquidity Buffer)

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Total Debt (Leverage Risk)

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Net Working Capital (Short-Term Health)

Information icon Current assets minus current liabilities, indicating short-term liquidity strength. It is needed to assess whether the company can meet its short-term obligations.

🧱 Balance Sheet Strength

Stockholder Equity (Net Worth)

Information icon Total equity value held by shareholders. It is needed to understand the net worth of the company from the owners’ perspective.

Total Assets (Asset Base)

Information icon The full value of everything the company owns, including cash, inventory, equipment, and investments. It is needed to understand the resource base used to generate revenue.

Income Before Tax (Pre-Tax Earnings)

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⚙️ Cost & Drag Factors

Cost of Revenue (Production Cost)

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Total Operating Expenses (Operating Cost)

Information icon Indirect costs of running the business such as salaries, marketing, and administration. It is needed to understand how much it costs to sustain ongoing business operations.

Income Tax Expense (Tax Drag)

Information icon Amount of taxes paid or payable to the government. It is needed to evaluate the impact of taxation on overall profitability.

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