Exhibit 99 "Our team continued to execute exceptionally well in a volatile operating environment, delivering results ahead of our expectations in the second quarter," said General Mills Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Jeff Harmening. "Our investments in remarkability are working, helping restore organic volume growth in North America Retail this quarter and driving strong competitiveness across each of our segments. With improved momentum in the first half and confidence in our plans to drive further i ...

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General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS) will release earnings results for its second quarter before the opening bell on Wednesday, Dec. 17.Analysts expect the company to report quarterly earnings at $1.02 per share, down from $1.40 per share in the year-ago period. The consensus estimate for General Mills’ quarterly revenue is $4.78 billion. Last year, it reported $5.24 billion in revenue, according to Benzinga Pro.Some investors may be eyeing potential gains from the company's dividends, too. As of now, General Mil ...

General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS) is included among the 13 Best Blue Chip Stocks to Buy Under $50. Jefferies Cuts General Mills (GIS) Target to $47 as Volumes Begin to Improve On December 11, Jefferies analyst Scott Marks cut his price target on General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS) to $47 from $50 and maintained a Hold rating. He said US tracked channel data shows the company’s recent price investments are “working,” since both retail sales and volumes have started to pick up. The firm sees room for the trend to ...

General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS) will release earnings results for its second quarter before the opening bell on Wednesday, Dec. 17.Analysts expect the Saint Petersburg, Florida-based company to report quarterly earnings at $1.02 per share, down from $1.40 per share in the year-ago period. The consensus estimate for General Mills' quarterly revenue is $4.78 billion. Last year, it reported $5.24 billion in revenue, according to Benzinga Pro.On Oct. 14, General Mill reaffirmed long-term growth targets and fisca ...

Core Viewpoint - General Mills is experiencing challenges in the consumer staples sector, but this weakness may present a buying opportunity for long-term investors [1] Group 1: Company Performance - General Mills has seen a significant decline of 27.19% in its stock price over the past year, contributing to its underperformance compared to the S&P 500 [2] - The company is actively making price investments across its brands to stimulate demand, which has resulted in improved sales and volumes [4] - The ready-to-eat cereal market, where General Mills is a key player, is not a high-growth segment, and consumer preferences are shifting away from traditional cereals [6] Group 2: Brand Strength and Market Position - General Mills owns strong brands like Nature Valley, which holds nearly 25% of the domestic cereal bar market, catering to the changing preferences of on-the-go families [6] - The company also leads in the pet food market with its Blue Buffalo brand, which is known for its strong brand loyalty among pet owners [7] Group 3: Financial Metrics and Dividend Policy - General Mills has a market capitalization of $25 billion and a current dividend yield of 5.34%, making it attractive compared to other S&P 500 companies [9][10] - The company's payout ratio is 58%, and its annual dividend obligations consume less than 80% of free cash flow, indicating a stable dividend policy [11] - With 40% of its debt maturing in the coming years, General Mills aims to strengthen its balance sheet while supporting long-term dividend growth [11]

The upcoming report from General Mills (GIS) is expected to reveal quarterly earnings of $1.02 per share, indicating a decline of 27.1% compared to the year-ago period. Analysts forecast revenues of $4.78 billion, representing a decline of 8.8% year over year.The current level reflects a downward revision of 0.1% in the consensus EPS estimate for the quarter over the past 30 days. This demonstrates how the analysts covering the stock have collectively reappraised their initial projections over this period.P ...

Core Viewpoint - General Mills, Inc. is facing a downward revision in its stock price target and is expected to report a decline in earnings and revenues in the upcoming quarter [1][3]. Company Overview - General Mills is a leading global food company known for brands like Cheerios and Yoplait, competing in the consumer packaged goods industry against companies like Kellogg's and Nestlé [1]. - The company has a market capitalization of approximately $25.42 billion and a trading volume of 4,693,176 shares [5]. Stock Performance - As of the announcement, General Mills' stock was trading at $46.32, which is 1.47% below the new price target of $47 set by Jefferies [2]. - The stock has fluctuated between $45.82 and $46.70 during the day's trading, currently priced at $46.24, reflecting a 1.15% increase today, or $0.53 [2][5]. - Over the past year, the stock has seen a high of $67.35 and a low of $45.15, indicating significant volatility [5]. Earnings Outlook - Analysts expect a decline in earnings and revenues for the quarter ending November 2025, with the upcoming earnings report set for December 17 being crucial for the stock's price movement [3]. - Management will address business conditions during the earnings call, which will be key in evaluating the sustainability of any immediate price changes [4]. - Investors are particularly interested in any signs of a positive earnings per share (EPS) surprise, which could boost the stock's performance [4].

Core Viewpoint - The article emphasizes the significance of the upcoming earnings season in December for U.S. stocks, highlighting the potential for significant stock price volatility and the effectiveness of options as a tool for investors to amplify returns during this period [1][2]. Earnings Calendar - A detailed schedule of key U.S. companies' earnings releases for December 2025 is provided, including companies like AutoZone, GameStop, Adobe, and Nike, with specific dates and times for earnings announcements [1][2]. Options Strategies - The article outlines five classic options strategies that can be employed during earnings season: - **Buy Call**: A strategy for bullish investors expecting significant price increases [4][6]. - **Bull Call Spread**: A moderate bullish strategy with limited upside potential [7]. - **Buy Put**: A strategy for bearish investors anticipating significant price declines [9]. - **Bear Put Spread**: A moderate bearish strategy with limited downside potential [11]. - **Long Straddle**: A strategy for investors expecting high volatility in either direction [13]. Strategy Details - Each strategy includes specific scenarios for application, initial costs, potential returns, and risk profiles: - **Buy Call**: High potential returns with unlimited upside and maximum loss equal to the premium paid [6]. - **Bull Call Spread**: Limited risk and reward, with a defined maximum profit and loss [7]. - **Buy Put**: Limited maximum profit with a defined risk equal to the premium paid [9]. - **Bear Put Spread**: Similar to the Buy Put but with reduced risk and capped profit [11]. - **Long Straddle**: Captures significant price movements in either direction, with defined risk limited to the total premium paid [13]. Trading Considerations - The article advises investors to focus on the breakeven points of their strategies and to select options with sufficient time until expiration to avoid liquidity issues and time decay [4][6].