Conagra Brands

CAG

Market cap $8.19B

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Data-Driven Report Identifies Four Key Themes Shaping U.S. Frozen Food Market in the New Year CHICAGO, Jan. 14, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Protein-packed meals, restaurant-inspired favorites, family-style solutions, and all-day breakfast are among the key forces driving growth in the U.S. frozen food aisle, according to Conagra Brands' third annual Future of Frozen Food 2026 report. This data-driven report reveals how consumer behaviors, generational preferences, and innovations are reshaping the $93.5 billion U.S. frozen food market1.

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Conagra Brands remains out of favor on Wall Street, but the successful execution of its recently announced AI-based turnaround plan could fuel a recovery for the packaged foods company. If interest rates continue to decline in 2026, Realty Income, a REIT with a long track record of dividend growth, could experience a significant re-rating to the upside.

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Conagra Brands Inc (NYSE: CAG) reported mixed results for the second quarter on Friday.