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Kraft Heinz Co (KHC)

Kraft Heinz Co (KHC) 1-star rating from Upturn Advisory
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Upturn Advisory Summary

11/26/2025: KHC (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Not Recommended Performance

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Number of Analysts

4 star rating from financial analysts

23 Analysts rated it

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1 Year Target Price $27.08

1 Year Target Price $27.08

Analysts Price Target For last 52 week
$27.08 Target price
52w Low $23.7
Current$25.6
52w High $32.38

Analysis of Past Performance

Type Stock
Historic Profit -11.64%
Avg. Invested days 39
Today’s Advisory PASS
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Key Highlights

Company Size Large-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 30.30B USD
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 27.08
Price to earnings Ratio -
1Y Target Price 27.08
Volume (30-day avg) 23
Beta 0.08
52 Weeks Range 23.70 - 32.38
Updated Date 11/27/2025
52 Weeks Range 23.70 - 32.38
Updated Date 11/27/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 6.29%
Basic EPS (TTM) -3.71

Analyzing Revenue: Products, Geography and Growth

Revenue by Products

Product revenue - Year on Year

Revenue by Geography

Geography revenue - Year on Year

Earnings Date

Report Date 2025-10-29
When -
Estimate 0.5839
Actual 0.61

Profitability

Profit Margin -17.35%
Operating Margin (TTM) 17.64%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 3.71%
Return on Equity (TTM) -9.69%

Valuation

Trailing PE -
Forward PE 10.04
Enterprise Value 48359582822
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.2
Enterprise Value 48359582822
Price to Sales(TTM) 1.2
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.92
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.07
Shares Outstanding 1183655579
Shares Floating 851782228
Shares Outstanding 1183655579
Shares Floating 851782228
Percent Insiders 27.85
Percent Institutions 60.31

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Kraft Heinz Co

Kraft Heinz Co(KHC) company logo displayed in Upturn AI summary

Company Overview

Company history and background logo History and Background

Kraft Heinz was formed in 2015 through the merger of Kraft Foods Group and H.J. Heinz Holding Corporation, orchestrated by Berkshire Hathaway and 3G Capital. Kraft Foods traces its roots back to 1903, while H.J. Heinz was founded in 1869. The merger created one of the largest food and beverage companies in the world.

Company business area logo Core Business Areas

  • North America: This segment encompasses the company's branded products sold in the United States and Canada, including convenient meals, snacks, and condiments.
  • International: This segment includes the company's branded products sold in various countries outside of North America, focusing on similar product categories with regional adaptations.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The CEO of Kraft Heinz is Carlos Abrams-Rivera. The company operates with a functional organizational structure, with key departments including marketing, operations, finance, and research and development. Berkshire Hathaway and 3G Capital remain significant shareholders.

Top Products and Market Share

Product Key Offerings logo Key Offerings

  • Kraft Macaroni & Cheese: A leading boxed macaroni and cheese brand with a substantial market share in North America. Competitors include Annie's Homegrown (GIS) and store brands. Market share data available through Nielsen/IRI reports.
  • Heinz Ketchup: The dominant ketchup brand globally, with significant market share. Competitors include Hunt's (owned by Conagra Brands - CAG) and store brands. Market share data available through Nielsen/IRI reports.
  • Oscar Mayer: A leading processed meat brand, including cold cuts and hot dogs. Competitors include Tyson Foods (TSN) and Hormel Foods (HRL). Market share data available through Nielsen/IRI reports.
  • Philadelphia Cream Cheese: A leading cream cheese brand in the dairy sector. Competitors include private label brands, and others such as Breakstone's. Market share data available through Nielsen/IRI reports.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The packaged food industry is mature and highly competitive, characterized by changing consumer preferences, health trends, and the rise of private label brands. Growth is often driven by innovation, marketing, and acquisitions.

Positioning

Kraft Heinz is a major player in the packaged food industry, with a portfolio of well-known brands. Its competitive advantages include brand recognition, scale, and distribution networks. However, it faces challenges from changing consumer tastes and increased competition from smaller, more agile players.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global packaged food market is estimated to be worth trillions of dollars. Kraft Heinz is positioned to capture a significant share of this market, particularly in developed economies, but needs to adapt to evolving consumer demands and emerging markets.

Upturn SWOT Analysis

Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition
  • Global distribution network
  • Economies of scale
  • Extensive product portfolio

Weaknesses

  • High debt levels
  • Slow innovation
  • Declining sales in some categories
  • Negative brand perception due to past controversies

Opportunities

  • Expanding into emerging markets
  • Developing healthier and more sustainable products
  • Acquiring smaller, innovative brands
  • Leveraging digital marketing and e-commerce

Threats

  • Changing consumer preferences
  • Increased competition from private label brands
  • Rising commodity costs
  • Regulatory scrutiny

Competitors and Market Share

Key competitor logo Key Competitors

  • CAG
  • GIS
  • HRL
  • TSN

Competitive Landscape

Kraft Heinz faces intense competition from established food companies, private label brands, and emerging players. Its competitive advantages include brand recognition and scale, but it needs to innovate to stay ahead of the curve.

Major Acquisitions

Just Spices

  • Year: 2022
  • Acquisition Price (USD millions):
  • Strategic Rationale: Expansion into spice and seasoning market.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: Kraft Heinz's growth has been challenged by changing consumer tastes and industry trends. Sales have been declining in some categories.

Future Projections: Analyst estimates for Kraft Heinz's future growth vary. Some analysts project modest growth based on cost-cutting initiatives and strategic acquisitions.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include portfolio optimization, cost reduction programs, and investments in digital marketing.

Summary

Kraft Heinz possesses powerful brands and scale, but faces challenges like high debt and changing consumer preferences. While brand recognition and distribution networks remain strengths, innovation is crucial. Addressing debt and adapting to healthier food trends are imperative. Despite past performance issues, strategic acquisitions offer growth potential, but intense competition remains a concern.

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Sources and Disclaimers

Data Sources:

  • Company filings (10-K, 10-Q), Investor Relations materials, Press Releases, Market research reports (e.g., Nielsen, IRI), Analyst reports (e.g., from major investment banks), News articles.

Disclaimers:

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About Kraft Heinz Co

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Pittsburgh, PA, United States
IPO Launch date 2015-07-06
CEO & Director Mr. Carlos A. Abrams-Rivera
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Packaged Foods
Full time employees 36000
Full time employees 36000

The Kraft Heinz Company, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets food and beverage products in North America and internationally. Its products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy products, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, and other grocery products under the Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Ore-Ida, Maxwell House, Kool-Aid, Jell-O, Heinz, ABC, Master, Quero, Kraft, Golden Circle, Wattie's, Pudliszki, and Plasmon brands. It sells its products through its own sales organizations, as well as through independent brokers, agents, and distributors to chain, wholesale, cooperative, and independent grocery accounts; convenience, value, and club stores; pharmacies and drug stores; mass merchants; foodservice distributors; institutions, including hotels, restaurants, bakeries, hospitals, health care facilities, and government agencies; and c various e-commerce platforms and retailers. The company was formerly known as H.J. Heinz Holding Corporation and changed its name to The Kraft Heinz Company in July 2015. The company was founded in 1869 and is based in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.