Kellanova
About: Following its split from the North American cereal business in October 2023, Kellanova (previously the global snacking arm of Kellogg) has operated as a leading global manufacturer and marketer of salty snacks, snack bars, frozen breakfast fare, meat alternatives, and other packaged foods. Its offerings are manufactured in around 20 countries and marketed in over 180 countries. Its product mix includes well-known brands such as Pringles, Cheez-It, Rice Krispies Treats, Pop-Tarts, Eggo, Nutri-Grain, and Morningstar Farms. Sales beyond its home turf account for about nearly two thirds of Kellanova's consolidated sales base. Mars is slated to acquire the recently independent business in a nearly $36 billion deal in the first half of calendar 2025.
Employees: 24,000
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of 7,425 funds
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Fund manager confidence
Based on 2024 Q4 regulatory disclosures by fund managers ($100M+ AUM)
81% more funds holding in top 10
Funds holding in top 10: 26 [Q3] → 47 (+21) [Q4]
42% more first-time investments, than exits
New positions opened: 122 | Existing positions closed: 86
2% more funds holding
Funds holding: 896 [Q3] → 915 (+19) [Q4]
1.47% more ownership
Funds ownership: 79.94% [Q3] → 81.41% (+1.47%) [Q4]
2% more capital invested
Capital invested by funds: $22.2B [Q3] → $22.7B (+$491M) [Q4]
12% less repeat investments, than reductions
Existing positions increased: 284 | Existing positions reduced: 322
16% less call options, than puts
Call options by funds: $127M | Put options by funds: $151M
Research analyst outlook
We haven’t received any recent analyst ratings for K.
Financial journalist opinion
Based on 6 articles about K published over the past 30 days
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Zacks Investment Research
1 day ago
Curious about Kellanova (K) Q1 Performance? Explore Wall Street Estimates for Key Metrics
Evaluate the expected performance of Kellanova (K) for the quarter ended March 2025, looking beyond the conventional Wall Street top-and-bottom-line estimates and examining some of its key metrics for better insight.
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PRNewsWire
4 days ago
Kellanova Declares Regular Dividend of $0.57 per Share
CHICAGO , April 25, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kellanova (NYSE: K) today announced that its Board of Directors declared a dividend of $0.57 per share on the common stock of Kellanova, payable on June 13, 2025, to shareowners of record at the close of business on June 2, 2025. The ex-dividend date is June 2, 2025.
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PRNewsWire
6 days ago
Shaping Tomorrow's Omnichannel Leaders with Cornell
CHICAGO , April 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The way we shop for groceries has fundamentally changed, so how can professionals develop the skills needed to navigate this transformation? Kellanova Sales Learning & Development leader, Tomissa Smittendorf, shares more about this and Cornell University's Omnichannel Leadership Program in Kellanova's latest News Story.
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PRNewsWire
2 weeks ago
PRINGLES® AND MILLER LITE: TWO OF AMERICA'S FAVORITE COOKOUT STAPLES COMBINE THEIR ICONIC 'CRISP' FLAVORS FOR THE SNACK OF THE SUMMER
Brand new flavors bring summer staples together for a first-of-its-kind flavor innovation from Pringles CHICAGO , April 16, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Two things go hand in hand as the weather warms up: a crisp drink and a delicious snack. That's why the snacking masterminds at Pringles® tapped the brewing experts at Miller Lite for great tasting inspiration, debuting new limited-edition flavors inspired by beer-infused backyard barbecue favorites for a first-of-its-kind innovation from Pringles.
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PRNewsWire
2 weeks ago
Fresh Ways to Frosty: Wendy's Reimagines Famous Dessert with April Launch of Frosty Swirls and May Launch of Frosty Fusions
Wendy's is offering even more ways to love Frosty with new sauces and mix-ins, including OREO cookie pieces and Pop-Tarts Crunchy Poppers pieces DUBLIN, Ohio , April 10, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Wendy's® is reimagining the famous Frosty® with new ways to experience the beloved frozen treat! Fans can enjoy a fresh take on Frosty with the introduction of Frosty Swirls™, which feature new sauces, and Frosty Fusions™, which include sauces and various sweet treat mix-ins such as Pop-Tarts® and OREO® cookies.
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PRNewsWire
4 weeks ago
Trend & Data-Driven Campaigns for Every Audience
As consumer behaviors and expectations evolve, successful brands must refresh their approach to meet consumers where they are. Kellanova SVP and Chief Growth Officer, Charisse Hughes, shares insights into the company's strategies for reaching diverse audiences with advanced analytics and AI, creating evergreen relevance and growth.
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PRNewsWire
1 month ago
NEW RICE KRISPIES TREATS® BLISS RAISES THE 'BAR' ON SALTY-SWEET INDULGENCE
The classic marshmallow treat just got even more decadent with two new fan-inspired flavors CHICAGO , March 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nothing unlocks childlike joy quite like a Rice Krispies Treats ® bar and now the brand is turning up the indulgence with all-new Rice Krispies Treats Bliss bars. For the first time, the iconic marshmallow treat will feature multiple toppings – including a salty snack – to create a delicious multi-textural experience complete with a satisfying crunch.
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PRNewsWire
1 month ago
MARS ANNOUNCES EXPIRATION AND RESULTS OF CONSENT SOLICITATIONS AND OFFERS TO GUARANTEE RELATING TO KELLANOVA NOTES
Proposed Amendments will not become operative and the Mars Guarantee will not be issued unless and until the Acquisition is consummated MCLEAN, Va. , March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Mars, Incorporated ("Mars" or the "Company") announced that, in connection with its previously announced consent solicitations (the "Consent Solicitations") in respect of the outstanding series of senior notes of Kellanova (collectively, the "Existing Kellanova Notes") set forth in the table below, it has received the Requisite Consents (as defined below) from Eligible Holders (as defined below) of the Existing Kellanova Notes to certain proposed amendments (the "Proposed Amendments") to (i) the Indenture, dated as of March 15, 2001, between Kellanova and The Bank of New York Mellon Trust Company, N.A.
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PRNewsWire
1 month ago
ETHISPHERE NAMES KELLANOVA AS ONE OF THE 2025 WORLD'S MOST ETHICAL COMPANIES®
Annual recognition honors organizations committed to business integrity through robust ethics, compliance, and governance programs CHICAGO , March 11, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Kellanova has received the 2025 World's Most Ethical Companies ® recognition by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices. Previously, Kellogg Company was recognized 16 times prior to the spin-off in 2023.
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GlobeNewsWire
1 month ago
The Cheez-It® Escape Opens Its Doors for the Ultimate Cheezy Getaway
Mississauga, ON, March 06, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Cheese-obsessed Canadians now have even more reason to be grate-ful! The Cheez-It® brand is offering a one-of-a-kind, FREE getaway that goes beyond the irresistible crunch of Cheez-It® crackers—it's a crave-worthy retreat.
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