Jacinth C. Smiley
Known title: Group Vice PresidentCIK: 0001735999
Associated companies
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October 4, 2026
Hormel Acquires Brakebush for $1 Billion to Boost Chicken Presence. Hormel Foods has agreed to acquire Brakebush in a $1 billion deal aimed at expanding its chicken portfolio and foodservice capabilities. While analysts view the move as a strategic step for growth, the company's dividend payout ratio has recently crossed a historical threshold, raising questions about financial flexibility. The stock is currently trading near its 52-week low, reflecting broader market caution despite the acquisition news.
Transaction History
| DCI | ▲ Buy | Grant | 267 | $24K | 7/3/2026 | View on chart |
| DCI | ▲ Buy | Grant | 279 | $24K | 4/3/2026 | View on chart |
| DCI | ▲ Buy | Grant | 900 | $0 | 1/2/2026 | View on chart |
| DCI | ▲ Buy | Grant | 250 | $22K | 1/2/2026 | View on chart |
| DCI | ▲ Buy | Grant | 272 | $22K | 10/3/2025 | View on chart |
| DCI | ▲ Buy | Grant | 316 | $23K | 7/7/2025 | View on chart |
| DCI | ▲ Buy | Grant | 370 | $23K | 4/4/2025 | View on chart |
| DCI | ▲ Buy | Grant | 1,300 | $0 | 1/2/2025 | View on chart |
| DCI | ▲ Buy | Grant | 334 | $22K | 1/2/2025 | View on chart |
| HRL | ▲ Buy | Grant | 16,841 | $0 | 12/10/2024 | View on chart |
| HRL | ▲ Buy | Grant | 4,471 | $0 | 12/10/2024 | View on chart |
| HRL | ▼ Sell | Tax Withholding | 4,390 | $143K | 12/7/2024 | View on chart |
| HRL | ▼ Sell | Tax Withholding | 6,822 | $211K | 6/1/2024 | View on chart |
| DCI | ▲ Buy | Grant | 1,200 | $0 | 1/2/2024 | View on chart |
| HRL | ▲ Buy | Grant | 15,793 | $0 | 12/12/2023 | View on chart |
| DCI | ▲ Buy | Grant | 1,300 | $0 | 1/3/2023 | View on chart |
| HRL | ▲ Buy | Grant | 9,394 | $0 | 12/6/2022 | View on chart |
| DCI | ▲ Buy | Grant | 1,200 | $0 | 3/3/2022 | View on chart |
| HRL | ▲ Buy | Grant | 8,839 | $0 | 12/7/2021 | View on chart |
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October 4, 2026
Morgan Stanley Raises DCI Target to $95 After Earnings Beat
Donaldson reported an earnings beat and announced a new share buyback plan, which has drawn positive attention from analysts. Morgan Stanley maintained its Equal-Weight rating but raised its price target to $95, reflecting confidence in the company's durable cash flow. The stock is currently trading near its 52-week low, a level where some analysts suggest it may be undervalued.
Morgan Stanley Raises DCI Target to $95 After Earnings Beat. Donaldson reported an earnings beat and announced a new share buyback plan, which has drawn positive attention from analysts. Morgan Stanley maintained its Equal-Weight rating but raised its price target to $95, reflecting confidence in the company's durable cash flow. The stock is currently trading near its 52-week low, a level where some analysts suggest it may be undervalued.