FLOWERS FOODS INC FLO 69.11
Consumer Defensive · NYSE · Data as of 2026-08-28
FLOWERS FOODS INC (FLO) has delivered +3.8% annualized revenue growth, -1.5% earnings growth, and +5.3% dividend growth over 10 years of data. Ranked #290 of 1968 stocks overall and #19 of 82 in the Consumer Defensive sector by Steady Score.
About FLOWERS FOODS INC
Company Overview
Flowers Foods produces and markets packaged bakery products in the United States. Its brands include Nature's Own, Dave's Killer Bread, Wonder, Canyon Bakehouse and Tastykake, spanning breads, buns, rolls, snack cakes and gluten-free products. Supermarkets, mass merchants, club stores, convenience outlets and foodservice customers sell the products, which require frequent replenishment and broad local distribution.
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Business Model & Revenue
Revenue comes from branded and private-label bakery sales. Fresh products move through a direct-store-delivery network using independent distributors and company facilities, while warehouse channels handle selected items. Unit volume, pricing, mix and shelf placement drive sales. Flour, sweeteners, labor, packaging and freight affect margins, and route efficiency is important because many products have short shelf lives.
Key Facts & Market Position
A national bakery network and frequent store service support fresh availability in a category where stale inventory creates waste. Core sandwich bread provides repeat demand, while organic, gluten-free and snack brands address faster-growing niches. Retailer concentration, private-label competition and changing eating habits influence market position and promotional spending.