The Kraft Heinz Company (khc)
KHC — Company Overview
The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) trades on NYQ as part of the Consumer Defensive peer group (Packaged Foods).
| Ticker | KHC |
| Sector | Consumer Defensive |
| Industry | Packaged Foods |
| Exchange | NYQ |
| Market cap | $28.21B |
| Last price | $23.79 |
| Size category | Large Cap |
KHC — Business Description
KHC represents a Packaged Foods business in the Consumer Defensive segment. The Kraft Heinz Company, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets food and beverage products in North America and internationally. Its products include condiments, sauces, dressings, and spreads; cheese, frozen potato products, and other frozen meals; meal kits, frozen snacks, and pickles; dry packaged desserts, refrigerated ready to eat desserts, and other dessert toppings; ready to drink and powdered beverages, and liquid concentrates; American sliced and recipe cheeses; mainstream coffee, coffee pods, and premium coffee; and cold cuts, bacon, and hot dogs. It offers its products under the Kraft, Oscar Mayer, Heinz, Philadelphia, Lunchables, Velveeta, Ore-Ida, Capri Sun, Maxwell House, Kool-A…
Official website: https://www.kraftheinzcompany.com.
KHC — Investment Thesis
At a high level, KHC offers exposure to Consumer Defensive with metrics outlined below from public market data.
- Revenue is contracting at roughly -1.4% year-over-year (public data).
- Dividend yield near 6.7% adds an income component to total return.
- Equity market capitalization is approximately $28.21B.
See the free estimates and earnings pages for public targets and growth metrics. Ownership, live news, and deeper models remain in Vest Terminal.
KHC — Financial Health
Key financial health indicators for The Kraft Heinz Company are derived exclusively from public data — no proprietary estimates.
Negative profit margin (-13.6%) signals near-term profitability pressure. Positive free cash flow of $3.25B supports balance-sheet flexibility.
| Forward P/E | 11.40× |
| Price / Sales | 1.13× |
| Price / Book | 0.78× |
| Gross margin | 33.5% |
| Operating margin | 15.5% |
| Profit margin | -13.6% |
| Return on equity | -8.8% |
| Debt / Equity | 52.59 |
| Free cash flow | $3.25B |
KHC — Growth Outlook
Growth outlook for The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) depends on demand trends in Packaged Foods and the company's ability to convert revenue into sustainable earnings.
- Revenue decline of -1.4% highlights near-term demand headwinds.
- Price is 15.3% below the 52-week high.
- Shares trade 13.1% above the 52-week low — limited rebound so far.
KHC — Competitive Position
The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) is evaluated against peers on scale, margin structure, and capital efficiency within Consumer Defensive.
- Competes within Consumer Defensive, specifically in Packaged Foods.
- Market capitalization of $28.21B places KHC among large-cap peers.
- Gross margin of 33.5% should be benchmarked against direct competitors.
KHC — Strengths
Strengths for The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) inferred from public financial metrics:
- Positive free cash flow ($3.25B).
- Dividend yield of 6.7% for income-oriented holders.
- Moderate leverage (debt/equity 52.59).
- Large Cap scale ($28.21B) may provide distribution and funding advantages.
KHC — Weaknesses
Weaknesses and pressure points for The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) based on available data:
- Revenue contraction of -1.4% year-over-year.
- Thin profit margin (-13.6%).
KHC — Opportunities
- Trading 13.1% above the 52-week low — potential recovery if fundamentals stabilize.
- Dividend yield of 6.7% appeals to total-return investors.
- Positive free cash flow enables reinvestment, debt reduction, or shareholder returns.
KHC — Risks
- Negative revenue growth may signal share loss or cyclical pressure.
- Thin margins leave less room for operational missteps.
KHC — Summary
The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) is a large-cap Consumer Defensive company focused on Packaged Foods, listed on NYQ. Last price $23.79 with market cap $28.21B. Revenue declined -1.4% year-over-year per public data. Notable strengths include positive free cash flow ($3.25b). Key watch items include revenue contraction of -1.4% year-over-year. Premium Terminal tools for The Kraft Heinz Company add ownership analytics, news, and richer estimate history beyond this public summary.
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The Kraft Heinz Company FAQ
What does The Kraft Heinz Company (KHC) do?
The Kraft Heinz Company, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets food and beverage products in North America and internationally. Its products include condiments, sauces, dressings, and spreads; cheese, frozen potato products, and other frozen meals; meal kits,…
What is KHC's P/E ratio?
The Kraft Heinz Company has a trailing P/E of N/A× based on publicly available market data.
Does KHC pay a dividend?
Indicated dividend yield: 6.7%. Confirm ex-dates and payout history in Vest Terminal.
What sector is KHC in?
The Kraft Heinz Company is classified in Consumer Defensive (Packaged Foods) on NYQ.
What is KHC's market capitalization?
Approximate market cap: $28.21B.
What are the main risks for KHC?
Key risks include negative revenue growth, among factors on this page.
What are the strengths of KHC?
Potential positives include positive free cash flow ($3.25b), dividend yield of 6.7% for income-oriented holders.
Where can I get analyst estimates for KHC?
Public analyst price targets and consensus for The Kraft Heinz Company are on the free /stocks/khc/estimates page. Deeper estimate history and models are available in Vest Terminal.