KHC

The Kraft Heinz Company

Fundamental data last updated:July 8, 2026

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company profile

SECTOR

Consumer Defensive

industry

Packaged Foods

Exchange

NASDAQ

County of HQ

US

Next Earnings Date

07/29/2026

Business Summary

The Kraft Heinz Company, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets food and beverage products in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, and internationally. Its products include condiments and sauces, cheese and dairy products, meals, meats, refreshment beverages, coffee, and other grocery products. The company also offers dressings, healthy snacks, and other categories; and spices and other seasonings. It sells its products through its own sales organizations, as well as through independent brokers, agents, and distributors to chain, wholesale, cooperative and independent grocery accounts, convenience stores, drug stores, value stores, bakeries, pharmacies, mass merchants, club stores, and foodservice distributors and institutions, including hotels, restaurants, hospitals, health care facilities, and government agencies; and online through various e-commerce platforms and retailers. The company was formerly known as H.J. Heinz Holding Corporation and changed its name to The Kraft Heinz Company in July 2015. The Kraft Heinz Company was founded in 1869 and is headquartered in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania.

 


VALUATION

P/E

-5.01

Market Cap ($M USD)

$28.82B

Forward P/E

10.78

PEG

0.07

PRICE TO SALES

1.15

PRICE TO BOOK

0.69

EV / EBITDA

-12.61

5-Year Average P/E

Free Cash Flow Yield

13.69%

DCF Value

$28.24

Graham Number

N/A

Price to FCF

7.31

EV to FCF

11.78

Earnings Yield

-19.95%

FCF Yield

13.69%

DIVIDEND

Yield

6.58%

Annual Payout

$1.60

Payout Ratio

-32.90%

Consecutive Years of Dividend Growth

5-Year Dividend Growth Rate

Financial Health & Profitability

Earnings Per Share

-$4.85

Next Year EPS Growth Estimate

$2.25

Next Year Revenue Growth Estimate

$2.50T

Return on Equity (ROE)

-13.85%

FREE CASH FLOW

Operating Margin

-19.16%

Debt-to-Equity

0.51

Piotroski F-Score

6

Altman Z-Score

0.50

Return on Invested Capital (ROIC)

-6.55%

Current Ratio

1.20

Quick Ratio

0.82

Net Debt to EBITDA

-4.79

Interest Coverage

-4.96

Gross Profit margin

33.33%

FCF PER SHARE

$3.32

REVENUE PER SHARE

$21.04

Gainseekers Quantitative Analysis

Summary

The market seems to be mispricing Kraft Heinz relative to its DCF Value, as recent pricing indicated it traded below this intrinsic value. Despite a forward P/E of 10.63 suggesting some growth potential, the negative earnings yield and Altman Z-score of 0.50 raise red flags about financial distress and growth sustainability. The negative ROIC and operating margin further highlight inefficiencies in capital allocation and operational execution. Overall, while the stock may appear undervalued on a DCF basis, its financial health is precarious, demanding cautious consideration.

AI Exposure / Tech Reliance

Operating in the Consumer Defensive sector, Kraft Heinz is positioned to leverage AI and tech advancements primarily in supply chain optimization and consumer analytics. However, as a packaged foods company, its core operations remain less susceptible to rapid tech disruptions compared to tech-centric industries. This stability can be a double-edged sword, offering resilience but potentially limiting transformative growth.

The Bull Case

For the value or GARP investor, Kraft Heinz presents an intriguing opportunity. The FCF Yield of 13.89% and a Piotroski F-Score of 6 suggest solid cash flow generation and moderate financial health. Despite a negative ROIC, the company's gross profit margin of 33.33% indicates some pricing power in its product lines. These factors, combined with a reasonable debt/equity ratio, suggest that the company can efficiently manage its capital and potentially unlock value over time.

The Bear Case

Kraft Heinz faces significant structural risks, particularly highlighted by its negative EPS and operating margin of -19.16%. The Price/Book ratio of 0.68 might seem attractive, but it reflects underlying asset devaluation rather than genuine value. The company's interest coverage and net debt to EBITDA ratios are alarmingly negative, indicating severe challenges in meeting financial obligations. These metrics paint a picture of a company struggling to maintain profitability and operational efficiency.

Market Sentiment & Smart Money

Short Interest %

Analyst Consensus

Hold

Average Analyst Price Target

$22.78

Institutional Ownership %

1-Year Beta

0.05

Insider Buying % (6 Mo)

Distance to 52-Week High

20.09%

Distance to 52-Week Low

13.46%

EARNINGS SURPRISE %

15.77%

50-DAY SMA

$22.69

200-DAY SMA

$24.42

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