GENERAL MILLS INC
Ticker: GISConsumer StaplesFood ProductsS&P 500The business
General Mills, Inc. (NYSE: GIS) operates as a leading global manufacturer and marketer of branded consumer foods, with a comprehensive portfolio spanning breakfast cereals, yogurt, pet food, and other convenient food products. The company maintains its corporate presence at www.generalmills.com and serves consumers across North America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific regions.
The company's business is organized into reportable segments that reflect its diversified product portfolio. General Mills generates revenue through the production and distribution of iconic brands including Cheerios, Betty Crocker, Pillsbury, Häagen-Dazs, Nature Valley, Yoplait, and Blue Buffalo pet food, among numerous others. These brands address multiple consumer occasions and dietary preferences, from breakfast cereals and baking products to convenient snacks, yogurt, and premium pet nutrition.
General Mills operates an extensive manufacturing and distribution network to serve retail customers including supermarkets, mass merchandisers, and e-commerce platforms. The company maintains significant direct-to-consumer capabilities and partnerships with major retailers globally. Its geographic footprint spans the United States, Canada, Europe, and select international markets, enabling broad market reach and localized product offerings.
The company's business model centers on brand strength, innovation, and operational efficiency. General Mills invests substantially in research and development to create products addressing evolving consumer preferences for health, wellness, and convenience. The company maintains competitive advantages through its portfolio of established brands with strong consumer loyalty, efficient supply chain operations, and scale advantages in manufacturing and distribution.
This Five-Year Credit Agreement dated October 9, 2024, as amended on June 30, 2026, establishes a revolving credit facility with an aggregate commitment of $2.7 billion. The facility is administered by Bank of America, N.A., with participation from major financial institutions including JPMorgan Chase Bank, Citibank, Barclays, BNP Paribas, Deutsche Bank, and others. The credit agreement provides General Mills with financial flexibility to support working capital needs, capital expenditures, and general corporate purposes.
- Sector
- Consumer Staples
- Industry
- Food Products
- HQ
- MINNEAPOLIS, MN
- FY end
- 05-30
- CIK
- 40704
- SIC
- 2040
Ownership
Who holds GENERAL MILLS INC — across funds, superinvestors and bonds · N-PORT 2026Q2 · 13F 2026-06-30
Top fund holders
| Fund | % of fund | Value |
|---|---|---|
| VANGUARD TOTAL STOCK MARKET INDEX FUND VTI · VANGUARD INDEX FUNDS | 0.03% | $589.69M |
| VANGUARD 500 INDEX FUND VOO · VANGUARD INDEX FUNDS | 0.03% | $481.25M |
| Schwab U.S. Dividend Equity ETF SCHD · SCHWAB STRATEGIC TRUST | 0.45% | $430.66M |
| iShares Select Dividend ETF DVY · iShares Trust | 1.52% | $347.21M |
| iShares Core S&P 500 ETF IVV · iShares Trust | 0.03% | $255.46M |
Bonds held by funds
Funds report holding 20 issues of GENERAL MILLS INC's debt, $870.99M at fund-held market value — what funds hold, not the company's debt outstanding. Weighted-average coupon 4.33%, maturing 2027–2056.
| Issue | Coupon | Matures | Funds | Fund-held |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GIS 4.2 04/17/28 | 4.200% | 2028-04-17 | 78 | $206.61M |
| General Mills Inc 4.88 01/30/2030 | 4.880% | 2030-01-30 | 57 | $121.07M |
| General Mills Inc | 4.950% | 2033-03-29 | 57 | $110.68M |
| GENERAL MILLS IN | 5.250% | 2035-01-30 | 48 | $87.24M |
| GENERAL MILLS IN | 2.875% | 2030-04-15 | 52 | $70.00M |
| General Mills Inc 5.50 10/17/2028 | 5.500% | 2028-10-17 | 51 | $62.83M |
| General Mills Inc | 2.250% | 2031-10-14 | 43 | $56.47M |
| GIS 4.7 01/30/27 | 4.700% | 2027-01-30 | 9 | $31.01M |
| GIS 3 02/01/51 | 3.000% | 2051-02-01 | 48 | $27.53M |
| General Mills Inc | 3.200% | 2027-02-10 | 3 | $18.56M |
The 10 largest by fund-held value, of 20.
Fund ownership counts N-PORT filers only, so it is a floor rather than a census — pensions, insurers and direct holders are not visible here, and the remainder is not “held by individuals”.
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