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Market sentiment signals for Hormel Foods (HRL): analyst consensus, short interest, options flow and insider activity.
Analyst Consensus
Neutral
10 analysts
Options Flow (P/C)
1.35
More puts — Bearish
Avg Consensus PT
$28
+38.6%
Highest Price Target
$35
+70.8%
Lowest Price Target
$23
+12.2%
Short Interest
7.8%
Rising — Bearish
Insider Activity (30d)
Net Buyer
Short Interest — % of Float
| Date | Firm | Analyst & Accuracy | Upside / Downside | PT Change | Action | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2026 | Barclays | Benjamin Theurer— | +36.6% | $30 → $28 | Maintained | Overweight |
| Oct 7, 2026 | BNP Paribas | Max Gumport— | +12.2% | $26 → $23 | Maintained | Neutral |