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General Mills (GIS) Stock Forecast & Price Target

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$36.32 -0.34 (-0.93%)
Closing price 09/18/2026 03:59 PM Eastern
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$36.47 +0.15 (+0.41%)
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General Mills - Analysts' Recommendations and Stock Price Forecast (2026)

Consensus Rating

Sell
6
Hold
10
Buy
4

Based on 20 Wall Street analysts who have issued ratings for General Mills in the last 12 months, the stock has a consensus rating of "Reduce." Out of the 20 analysts, 6 have given a sell rating, 10 have given a hold rating, and 4 have given a buy rating for GIS.

Consensus Price Target

$37.00
1.87% Upside
According to the 20 analysts' twelve-month price targets for General Mills, the average price target is $37.00. The highest price target for GIS is $55.00, while the lowest price target for GIS is $31.00. The average price target represents a forecasted upside of 1.87% from the current price of $36.32.
MarketBeat calculates consensus analyst ratings for stocks using the most recent rating from each Wall Street analyst that has rated a stock within the last twelve months. Each analyst's rating is normalized to a standardized rating score of 1 (sell), 2 (hold), 3 (buy) or 4 (strong buy). Analyst consensus ratings scores are calculated using the mean average of the number of normalized sell, hold, buy and strong buy ratings from Wall Street analysts. Each stock's consensus analyst rating is derived from its calculated consensus ratings score (0 to .5 = Strong Sell, .5 to 1 = Sell, 1 to 1.5 = Reduce, 1.5 to 2.5 = Hold, 2.5 to 3.0 = Moderate Buy, 3.0 to 3.5 = Buy, >3.5 = Strong Buy). MarketBeat's consensus price targets are a mean average of the most recent available price targets set by each analyst that has set a price target for the stock in the last twelve months. MarketBeat's consensus ratings and consensus price targets may differ from those calculated by other firms due to differences in methodology and available data.
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GIS Analyst Ratings Over Time

TypeCurrent Forecast
9/19/25 to 9/19/26
1 Month Ago
8/20/25 to 8/20/26
3 Months Ago
6/21/25 to 6/21/26
1 Year Ago
9/19/24 to 9/19/25
Strong Buy
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
0 Strong Buy rating(s)
Buy
4 Buy rating(s)
4 Buy rating(s)
4 Buy rating(s)
4 Buy rating(s)
Hold
10 Hold rating(s)
12 Hold rating(s)
10 Hold rating(s)
12 Hold rating(s)
Sell
6 Sell rating(s)
6 Sell rating(s)
7 Sell rating(s)
2 Sell rating(s)
Consensus Price Target$37.00$39.16$39.39$55.82
Forecasted Upside1.87% Upside-1.37% Downside17.91% Upside10.74% Upside
Consensus RatingReduceReduceReduceHold

GIS Analyst Recommendations By Month

The chart below shows how a company's ratings by analysts have changed over time. Each bar represents the previous year of ratings for that month. Within each bar, the sell ratings are shown in red, the hold ratings are shown in yellow, the buy ratings are shown in green, and the strong buy ratings are shown in dark green.
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GIS Price Targets by Month

The chart below shows how a company's share price and consensus price target have changed over time. The dark blue line represents the company's actual price. The lighter blue line represents the stock's consensus price target. The even lighter blue range in the background of the two lines represents the low price target and the high price target for each stock.
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General Mills Stock vs. The Competition

TypeGeneral MillsConsumer Staples CompaniesBroader Market
Consensus Rating Score
1.90
2.22
2.53
Consensus RatingReduceHoldModerate Buy
Predicted Upside1.87% Upside155.26% Upside18.43% Upside
News Sentiment Rating
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Positive News
Positive News
DateBrokerageAnalystActionRatingPrice TargetReport Date
Upside/Downside
Details
9/16/2026
UBS Group AG logo
UBS Group
4 of 5 stars
Peter Grom
3 of 5 stars
Reiterated RatingSell
9/14/2026
Evercore Inc logo
Evercore
3 of 5 stars
 Set Target$38.00+3.75%
9/10/2026
Scott Marks
Scott Marks
Not Rated
Set Target$35.00-5.62%
9/1/2026Boost TargetNeutral$39.00 ➝ $43.00+4.24%
8/12/2026 UpgradeStrong SellHold
7/2/2026 UpgradeSell (D)Sell (D+)
7/2/2026Lower TargetHold$32.00 ➝ $31.00-17.57%
7/2/2026Boost TargetUnderweight$30.00 ➝ $33.00-12.25%
7/2/2026Boost TargetNeutral$37.00 ➝ $38.00+1.93%
7/2/2026Boost TargetUnderweight$31.00 ➝ $35.00-6.12%
7/2/2026Boost TargetHold$32.00 ➝ $33.00-11.66%
6/5/2026Lower TargetUnderweight$37.00 ➝ $32.00-3.09%
6/3/2026 DowngradeMarket PerformUnderperform$31.00-6.27%
6/2/2026Reiterated RatingNeutral$36.00+7.05%
5/13/2026Lower TargetOverweight$45.00 ➝ $41.00+20.22%
5/11/2026Lower TargetEqual Weight$41.00 ➝ $36.00+3.90%
4/21/2026Lower TargetBuy$44.00 ➝ $40.00+13.43%
4/13/2026Initiated CoverageNeutral
3/19/2026Lower TargetNeutral$47.00 ➝ $39.00+4.63%
3/19/2026Lower TargetOutperform$60.00 ➝ $55.00+46.80%
9/18/2025 Lower TargetMarket Perform$55.00 ➝ $54.00+8.24%
9/18/2025 Lower TargetHold$59.00 ➝ $57.00+14.25%
3/14/2025Lower TargetNeutral$60.00 ➝ $58.00-2.72%

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Should I Buy General Mills Stock? GIS Pros and Cons Explained

These pros and cons were generated based on recent news and financial data from MarketBeat in order to provide readers with the fastest and most accurate insights. They were last updated on Monday, September 14, 2026. Please send any questions or comments about these General Mills pros and cons to contact@marketbeat.com.

General Mills
Bull Case

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Here are some ways that investors could benefit from investing in General Mills, Inc.:

  • General Mills, Inc. offers a highly attractive dividend yield of 6.81%, which is significantly above the market average and provides a substantial income stream for investors. This high yield is supported by the company's long history of paying dividends, making it a compelling option for those seeking steady cash flow from their portfolio.
  • The stock is currently trading at $36.46, which is well below its 52-week high of $51.33 and close to its 52-week low of $31.75. This significant discount from its peak valuation may present a value opportunity for investors who believe the market has overreacted to recent challenges, potentially offering a lower entry point for long-term growth.
  • General Mills, Inc. recently reported a strong earnings beat for the quarter ended July 1, 2026, with actual EPS of $0.95 compared to the consensus estimate of $0.797. This outperformance, along with revenue of $4.61 billion exceeding expectations, suggests the company is executing well and may be better positioned than the market currently prices it.
  • Institutional investors are showing renewed interest in the stock, with several major funds increasing their positions in the second quarter of 2026. For example, California State Teachers Retirement System increased its holdings by 4,324.2%, and Tidal Investments LLC grew its stake by 52.6%. This influx of institutional capital can signal confidence in the company's future prospects and may support the stock price.
  • General Mills, Inc. has a strong brand portfolio, including well-known names like Cheerios, Pillsbury, and Häagen-Dazs, which provides a competitive advantage in the consumer staples sector. These brands have strong consumer loyalty and pricing power, which can help the company maintain profitability even in challenging economic conditions.

General Mills
Bear Case

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Investors should be bearish about investing in General Mills, Inc. for these reasons:

  • General Mills, Inc. has a negative P/E ratio of -202.52, indicating that the company is currently unprofitable on a GAAP basis. This is a significant concern for investors, as it suggests the company is struggling to generate earnings, which can limit its ability to reinvest in growth or pay dividends from profits.
  • The company's guidance for fiscal 2027 is cautious, with adjusted operating profit expected to decline 13% to 8% in constant currency. This downward trend in profitability, despite improving retail sales trends, suggests that cost pressures or other operational challenges may continue to weigh on the company's financial performance.
  • General Mills, Inc. has a high debt-to-equity ratio of 1.68, which indicates a significant level of leverage. This can be a risk for investors, especially in a rising interest rate environment, as it increases the company's financial obligations and can limit its flexibility to respond to market changes.
  • Several major institutional investors have reduced their positions in General Mills, Inc. in recent quarters. For example, National Pension Service cut its stake by 67.3% in the second quarter, and Wellington Management Group LLP removed 7,146,506 shares from its portfolio. This outflow of institutional capital can signal a lack of confidence in the company's future prospects and may put downward pressure on the stock price.
  • General Mills, Inc. is facing legal challenges, including a lawsuit against sugar producers for alleged price-fixing. While the outcome of this lawsuit is uncertain, it could result in significant legal costs or changes in the company's supply chain, which may impact its profitability and operational efficiency.

GIS Forecast - Frequently Asked Questions

According to the research reports of 20 Wall Street equities research analysts, the average twelve-month stock price forecast for General Mills is $37.00, with a high forecast of $55.00 and a low forecast of $31.00.

20 Wall Street analysts have issued "buy," "hold," and "sell" ratings for General Mills in the last twelve months. There are currently 6 sell ratings, 10 hold ratings and 4 buy ratings for the stock. The consensus among Wall Street analysts is that investors should "reduce" GIS shares.

According to analysts, General Mills's stock has a predicted upside of 1.87% based on their 12-month stock forecasts.

Over the previous 90 days, General Mills's stock had 2 upgrades by analysts.

Analysts like General Mills less than other "consumer staples" companies. The consensus rating for General Mills is Reduce while the average consensus rating for "consumer staples" companies is Hold. Learn more on how GIS compares to other companies.


MarketBeat monitors more than a dozen sources for General Mills analyst ratings, with the most recent rating issued on 9/16/2026.
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