Representative Lisa C. McClain (R-Michigan) has recently sold shares of General Mills, Inc. (NYSE:GIS), according to a filing made public on August 13. The transaction took place on July 16, where McClain sold stock valued between $1,001 and $15,000 through her Charles Schwab brokerage account. This sale is part of a series of transactions that McClain conducted in early August.
On August 4, 2025, she sold shares of several companies, including Autoliv (NYSE:ALV), Amazon.com (NASDAQ:AMZN), Applied Materials (NASDAQ:AMAT), and Arthur J. Gallagher & Co. (NYSE:AJG), each within the same price range of $1,001 to $15,000. Additionally, she executed various other trades in late July, involving both sales and purchases of stocks from other notable firms, including Sanofi (NASDAQ:SNY) and XPO (NYSE:XPO).
General Mills Stock Performance
As of the last trading session, General Mills shares opened at $49.65. The company has seen fluctuations, with a 50-day simple moving average of $51.31 and a 200-day simple moving average of $55.49. Over the past year, the stock has reached a low of $48.59 and a high of $75.90. Currently, General Mills has a market capitalization of $26.93 billion, a price-to-earnings (PE) ratio of 12.11, and a debt-to-equity ratio of 1.38.
In its latest earnings report on June 25, the company announced earnings per share (EPS) of $0.74, surpassing analyst expectations of $0.72 by $0.02. Despite this positive outcome, General Mills reported a decline in revenue to $4.56 billion, falling short of the anticipated $4.60 billion. This represents a 3.3% decrease compared to the same quarter last year.
Recent Dividend Increase and Analyst Ratings
In an encouraging move for shareholders, General Mills has increased its quarterly dividend to $0.61 per share, which was paid on August 1. This dividend rise from $0.60 reflects the company’s commitment to returning value to its investors. The annualized dividend now stands at $2.44, yielding approximately 4.9%.
Several analysts recently reassessed their ratings for General Mills. Morgan Stanley maintained an “underweight” rating with a price target revised down to $51.00. Meanwhile, The Goldman Sachs Group downgraded the stock from a “buy” to a “neutral” rating, reducing its price target from $68.00 to $58.00. Other firms like Stifel Nicolaus and Barclays also adjusted their price targets, reflecting a cautious outlook on the stock.
The consensus rating for General Mills from analysts now averages as a “Hold,” with a price target of $59.73.
Many institutional investors have been actively trading shares of General Mills. Notably, Garde Capital Inc. increased its stake by 101.5% in the second quarter, reflecting a growing interest in the company. Other firms, such as Perkins Coie Trust Co. and Transce3nd LLC, have also made significant acquisitions, contributing to the fact that approximately 75.71% of General Mills’ stock is held by institutional investors.
About Representative McClain
Lisa McClain has represented Michigan’s 9th Congressional District since January 3, 2023. With her current term set to end on January 3, 2027, she has declared her candidacy for re-election in 2026. McClain holds a bachelor’s degree in business administration from Northwood University and has previously held positions in business, including founding the North End Support Team.
General Mills, Inc. is a global leader in the consumer food industry, offering a wide range of products across various categories, including cereals, dairy, snacks, and pet foods. The company operates through four primary segments: North America Retail, International, Pet, and North America Foodservice.
In summary, Representative McClain’s recent stock transactions and General Mills’ performance highlight the dynamic nature of the market, reflecting both individual investment decisions and broader economic trends.
