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- Balance Sheet: Liabilities and Stockholders’ Equity
- Common-Size Income Statement
- DuPont Analysis: Disaggregation of ROE, ROA, and Net Profit Margin
- Enterprise Value (EV)
- Price to FCFE (P/FCFE)
- Present Value of Free Cash Flow to Equity (FCFE)
- Operating Profit Margin since 2005
- Current Ratio since 2005
- Debt to Equity since 2005
- Total Asset Turnover since 2005
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Calculation
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2019-05-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-05-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-05-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-05-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-05-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-05-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-05-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-05-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-05-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-05-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-05-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-05-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-05-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-05-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-05-29).
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The analysis of the annual financial data reveals several key trends in profitability, equity, and return on equity (ROE) over the observed period.
- Net Earnings Attributable to General Mills
- Net earnings showed fluctuations throughout the years. Starting at approximately 1.24 billion USD in 2005, earnings declined in 2006 but rebounded in 2007 and increased steadily until reaching a peak in 2018 at about 2.13 billion USD. The most significant drops occurred in 2015, where earnings fell markedly to roughly 1.22 billion USD, followed by a recovery in subsequent years. Overall, earnings demonstrate a cyclical pattern with a general upward trend over the long term.
- Stockholders’ Equity
- Stockholders’ equity experienced variability without a consistent growth trend. Initial equity stood at about 5.68 billion USD in 2005, with some declines noted in the years following, such as in 2007 and again more sharply around 2015 at 4.99 billion USD. However, equity rebounded notably after 2015, culminating in a high of over 7.05 billion USD in 2019. This pattern suggests some periods of capital reduction or asset write-downs offset by capital increases or retained earnings in later years.
- Return on Equity (ROE)
- ROE values exhibit substantial changes, reflecting variations in profitability relative to equity. Starting at 21.85% in 2005, ROE fluctuates but generally remains above 20% across the period, signifying consistent earnings generation relative to invested capital. Notably, ROE peaked at 38.3% in 2017, coinciding with a period of moderate equity and high earnings. The lowest ROE within the span was 18.88% in 2006, with other dips aligned with years of lowered net earnings or increased equity base. The ROE trend implies effective management of equity to generate profits, despite some volatility.
In summary, the financial performance over the period reflects a company with stable earnings capacity and management of shareholders’ equity, intertwined with periods of both growth and contraction. Net earnings and equity levels do not move in perfect tandem, which affects ROE variability. The observed ROE levels indicate strong profitability and efficient use of equity capital, although the fluctuations suggest responsiveness to market or operational conditions impacting earnings.
Comparison to Competitors
General Mills Inc. | Coca-Cola Co. | Mondelēz International Inc. | PepsiCo Inc. | Philip Morris International Inc. | |
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2019-05-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-05-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-05-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-05-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-05-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-05-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-05-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-05-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-05-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-05-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-05-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-05-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-05-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-05-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-05-29).
Comparison to Sector (Food, Beverage & Tobacco)
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2019-05-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-05-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-05-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-05-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-05-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-05-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-05-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-05-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-05-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-05-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-05-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-05-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-05-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-05-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-05-29).
Comparison to Industry (Consumer Staples)
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Based on: 10-K (reporting date: 2019-05-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2018-05-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2017-05-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2016-05-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2015-05-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2014-05-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2013-05-26), 10-K (reporting date: 2012-05-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2011-05-29), 10-K (reporting date: 2010-05-30), 10-K (reporting date: 2009-05-31), 10-K (reporting date: 2008-05-25), 10-K (reporting date: 2007-05-27), 10-K (reporting date: 2006-05-28), 10-K (reporting date: 2005-05-29).