Is CPB a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 39.7/100. It is ranked #3,387 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 50/100, Value 55/100, Momentum 21/100. The timing signal is "Bearish". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for CPB?

CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 39.7 ranks it #3,387 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is CPB in?

CAMPBELL'S Co operates in the Consumer Staples sector (Food Products industry) with a market cap of $6.67 billion. It is classified as a mid-cap stock.

Does CPB pay a dividend?

Yes, CPB pays a dividend with a current yield of 5.26%. The Consumer Staples sector average yield is 0.38%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $52.60 in annual dividend income.

What is CPB's P/E ratio?

CPB has a trailing P/E ratio of 10.34x. The Consumer Staples sector average is 33.1x. This below-average P/E may indicate the stock is undervalued.

How profitable is CPB?

CPB's quality factor score is 50/100. Gross margin: 29.8%. ROE: 15.0% vs sector average 7.7%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is CPB valued compared to peers?

CPB's value factor score is 55/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 10.3x, EV/EBITDA 5.5x. Valuation is roughly in line with peers.

What is CPB's debt level?

CPB's debt-to-equity ratio is 283%. Sector average: 72%. Elevated leverage increases credit risk.

CPB has a beta of 0.16, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 72/100.

Does CPB have high short interest?

CPB's short interest factor score is 9/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

CPB Stock Analysis: Top Mid-Cap Reduce (Score 39.7/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
CPB	-1.73%	-7.18%	-17.22%	-26.70%	-45.92%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLP	-1.29%	+0.59%	-3.91%	+6.04%	+3.81%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	-1.67%	-10.78%	-17.56%	-26.33%	-75.45%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	-0.44%	-7.76%	-13.31%	-32.73%	-49.73%	-	-	-

Metric	CPB	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	10.3x	-69%
EV/EBITDA	5.5x	-20%
Price / Book	1.6x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
ITRN Ituran Location & Control Ltd.	60	48	82	70	19.6x	122.1%	47.8%	16.8%	-	0.0x	$1.0B	VS
SENEA Seneca Foods Corp	55	49	59	69	10.3x	14.4%	14.3%	6.7%	70.9%	39.0x	$1.1B	VS
JBSS SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC	54	50	57	61	12.8x	20.2%	19.3%	6.3%	14.0%	11.0x	$965M	VS
ARW ARROW ELECTRONICS, INC.	53	50	73	63	15.8x	7.2%	11.2%	1.6%	11.9%	337.0x	$7.5B	VS
SFD SMITHFIELD FOODS INC	53	50	72	57	13.8x	11.9%	19.9%	7.5%	7.3%	29.0x	$11.3B	VS
BG Bunge Global SA	53	50	54	69	24.9x	5.7%	5.4%	1.8%	67.3%	59.0x	$24.8B	VS
DAR DARLING INGREDIENTS INC.	53	50	55	71	142.7x	1.5%	24.1%	1.2%	13.3%	114.0x	$9.9B	VS
ADM Archer-Daniels-Midland Co	52	50	52	64	54.6x	2.8%	6.4%	0.8%	-8.4%	33.0x	$34.9B	VS
CTVA Corteva, Inc.	52	49	51	60	50.6x	4.7%	42.9%	0.2%	-57.2%	76.0x	$56.3B	VS
MO ALTRIA GROUP, INC.	51	50	67	51	13.6x	-	62.1%	33.8%	-2.2%	-990.0x	$109.5B	VS
CPB CAMPBELL'S Co	40	50	55	21	10.3x	15.0%	29.8%	5.7%	8.2%	283.0x	$6.7B

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.4%	0.4%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%
EBITDA Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%	0.2%
Net Margin %	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.2%	0.0%	0.0%	0.2%
FCF Margin %	4.2%	-	-	6.9%	-	-	9.0%	12.6%	12.5%	10.3%	12.1%
ROE %	0.2%	0.0%	0.2%	0.1%	0.2%	0.2%	0.3%	0.6%	0.2%	0.2%	0.5%
ROA %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%
ROIC %	8.2%	5.4%	22.7%	7.3%	28.3%	27.6%	15.0%	11.1%	8.1%	3.5%	83.9%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.3%

0.4%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

EBITDA Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

Net Margin %

0.1%

0.2%

0.0%

0.2%

FCF Margin %

4.2%

6.9%

9.0%

12.6%

12.5%

10.3%

12.1%

ROE %

0.2%

0.0%

0.2%

0.1%

0.2%

0.3%

0.6%

0.2%

0.5%

ROA %

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

8.2%

5.4%

22.7%

7.3%

28.3%

27.6%

15.0%

11.1%

8.1%

3.5%

83.9%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$10.5B	$10.3B	$9.6B	$9.4B	$8.6B	$8.5B	$8.7B	$8.1B	$8.7B	$7.9B	$8.0B	$8.1B
	—	$7.1B	—	$6.4B	$5.9B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$3.1B	$3.1B	$3.0B	$2.9B	$2.6B	$2.8B	$3.0B	$2.7B	$2.8B	$2.9B	$2.8B	$2.8B
Gross Margin	29.8%	30.4%	30.8%	31.2%	30.7%	33.2%	34.5%	33.2%	35.9%	41.8%	36.8%	34.4%
	—	—	$102M	—	—	$84M	$93M	$91M	$110M	$111M	$124M	$117M
Depreciation	—	—	$428M	—	—	$317M	$328M	$446M	$436M	$318M	$308M	$303M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$2.0B	—	$1.6B	$1.5B	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$1.1B	$1.1B	$1.0B	$1.3B	$1.2B	$1.5B	$1.1B	$979M	$469M	$1.4B	$960M	$1.1B
EBIT	$1.1B	$1.1B	$1.0B	$1.3B	$1.2B	$1.5B	$1.1B	$979M	$469M	$1.4B	$960M	$1.1B
EBITDA	$1.1B	$1.1B	$1.4B	$1.3B	$1.2B	$1.9B	$1.4B	$1.4B	$1.4B	$1.7B	$1.3B	$1.4B
Operating Margin	10.6%	11.0%	10.4%	14.0%	13.6%	18.2%	12.7%	12.1%	15.3%	24.5%	12.1%	13.0%
EBITDA Margin	10.8%	11.0%	14.8%	14.0%	13.6%	22.0%	16.5%	17.6%	16.6%	22.2%	15.9%	16.8%
	—	$345M	$249M	$188M	$189M	$210M	$345M	$356M	$201M	$112M	$115M	$108M
	—	$796M	—	$1.1B	$975M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$194M	$190M	$270M	$218M	$328M	$174M	$151M	$11M	$406M	$286M	$283M
	$602M	$602M	$567M	$858M	$757M	$1.0B	$1.6B	$211M	$261M	$887M	$563M	$666M
Net Margin	5.7%	5.9%	5.9%	9.2%	8.8%	11.8%	18.7%	2.6%	4.0%	15.2%	7.1%	8.2%
	$0.49	$2.02	$1.90	$2.87	$2.51	$3.31	$5.39	$0.70	$0.87	$2.91	$1.82	$2.13
Diluted EPS	$0.49	$2.01	$1.90	$2.85	$2.51	$3.31	$5.39	$0.70	$0.87	$2.91	$1.82	$2.13
Weighted Avg Basic	—	298M	—	299M	301M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	300M	—	301M	302M	—	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$10.5B

$10.3B

$9.6B

$9.4B

$8.6B

$8.5B

$8.7B

$8.1B

$8.7B

$7.9B

$8.0B

$8.1B

—

$7.1B

—

$6.4B

$5.9B

—

$3.1B

$3.0B

$2.9B

$2.6B

$2.8B

$3.0B

$2.7B

$2.8B

$2.9B

$2.8B

Gross Margin

29.8%

30.4%

30.8%

31.2%

30.7%

33.2%

34.5%

33.2%

35.9%

41.8%

36.8%

34.4%

—

$102M

—

$84M

$93M

$91M

$110M

$111M

$124M

$117M

Depreciation

—

$428M

—

$317M

$328M

$446M

$436M

$318M

$308M

$303M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$2.0B

—

$1.6B

$1.5B

—

$1.1B

$1.0B

$1.3B

$1.2B

$1.5B

$1.1B

$979M

$469M

$1.4B

$960M

$1.1B

EBIT

$1.1B

$1.0B

$1.3B

$1.2B

$1.5B

$1.1B

$979M

$469M

$1.4B

$960M

$1.1B

EBITDA

$1.1B

$1.4B

$1.3B

$1.2B

$1.9B

$1.4B

$1.7B

$1.3B

$1.4B

Operating Margin

10.6%

11.0%

10.4%

14.0%

13.6%

18.2%

12.7%

12.1%

15.3%

24.5%

12.1%

13.0%

EBITDA Margin

10.8%

11.0%

14.8%

14.0%

13.6%

22.0%

16.5%

17.6%

16.6%

22.2%

15.9%

16.8%

—

$345M

$249M

$188M

$189M

$210M

$345M

$356M

$201M

$112M

$115M

$108M

—

$796M

—

$1.1B

$975M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$194M

$190M

$270M

$218M

$328M

$174M

$151M

$11M

$406M

$286M

$283M

$602M

$567M

$858M

$757M

$1.0B

$1.6B

$211M

$261M

$887M

$563M

$666M

Net Margin

5.7%

5.9%

9.2%

8.8%

11.8%

18.7%

2.6%

4.0%

15.2%

7.1%

8.2%

$0.49

$2.02

$1.90

$2.87

$2.51

$3.31

$5.39

$0.70

$0.87

$2.91

$1.82

$2.13

Diluted EPS

$0.49

$2.01

$1.90

$2.85

$2.51

$3.31

$5.39

$0.70

$0.87

$2.91

$1.82

$2.13

Weighted Avg Basic

—

298M

—

299M

301M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

300M

—

301M

302M

—

CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does CAMPBELL'S Co Do?

Campbell Soup Company, together with its subsidiaries, manufactures and markets food and beverage products the United States and internationally. The company operates through Meals & Beverages and Snacks segments. The Meals & Beverages segment engages in the retail and foodservice businesses in the United States and Canada. This segment provides Campbell's condensed and ready-to-serve soups; Swanson broth and stocks; Pacific Foods broth, soups, and non-dairy beverages; Prego pasta sauces; Pace Mexican sauces; Campbell's gravies, pasta, beans, and dinner sauces; Swanson canned poultry; Plum baby food and snacks; V8 juices and beverages; and Campbell's tomato juice. The Snacks segment retails Pepperidge Farm cookies, crackers, fresh bakery, and frozen products; Milano cookies and Goldfish crackers; and Snyder's of Hanover pretzels, Lance sandwich crackers, Cape Cod and Kettle Brand potato chips, Late July snacks, Snack Factory Pretzel Crisps, Pop Secret popcorn, Emerald nuts, and other snacking products. This segment is also involved in the retail business in Latin America. It sells its products through retail food chains, mass discounters and merchandisers, club stores, convenience stores, drug stores, and dollar stores, as well as e-commerce and other retail, commercial, and non-commercial establishments, and independent contractor distributors. The company was founded in 1869 and is headquartered in Camden, New Jersey. CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) is classified as a mid-cap stock in the Consumer Staples sector, specifically within the Food Products industry. The company is led by CEO Mark A. Clouse and employs approximately 14,700 people, headquartered in Camden, New Jersey. With a market capitalization of $6.7B, CPB is one of the notable companies in the Consumer Staples sector.

CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, CAMPBELL'S Co receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 39.7/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.CPB ranks #3,387 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Consumer Staples sector, CAMPBELL'S Co ranks #145 of 180 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Consumer Staples peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

CPB Stock Price and 52-Week Range

CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) currently trades at $20.54. The stock lost $0.25 (1.2%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for CPB is $40.59, which means the stock is currently trading -49.4% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $20.87, putting the stock -1.6% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 7.1M shares, reflecting moderate market activity.

Is CPB Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) carries a value factor score of 55/100 in the Blank Capital model, indicating fair valuation relative to historical norms. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 10.34x, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 33.11x — a discount of 69%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.55x, versus the sector average of 1.74x. The price-to-sales ratio is 0.59x, compared to 0.35x for the average Consumer Staples stock. On an enterprise value basis, CPB trades at 5.52x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.93x for the sector.

Overall, CPB's valuation appears roughly in line with sector benchmarks, suggesting the market is pricing the stock fairly given its current fundamentals and growth trajectory. Neither deep value nor significantly overpriced, the stock occupies a middle ground on valuation.

CAMPBELL'S Co Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) earns a quality factor score of 50/100, indicating solid business quality with consistent operational execution. The return on equity (ROE) is 15.0%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 7.7%, which is within a healthy range. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 3.9% versus the sector average of 3.1%.

On a margin basis, CAMPBELL'S Co reports gross margins of 29.8%, compared to 26.2% for the sector. The operating margin is 10.6% (sector: 2.9%). Net profit margin stands at 5.7%, versus 1.6% for the average Consumer Staples stock. Revenue growth is running at 8.2% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.1% for the sector. The overall profitability profile is adequate, though there may be room for margin expansion.

CPB Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

CAMPBELL'S Co has a debt-to-equity ratio of 283.0%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 72.0%. This elevated leverage warrants close monitoring, as it increases the company's sensitivity to rising interest rates and economic downturns. The current ratio is 1.01x, suggesting adequate working capital coverage. Total debt on the balance sheet is $6.97B. Cash and equivalents stand at $168M.

CPB has a beta of 0.16, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for CAMPBELL'S Co is 72/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

CAMPBELL'S Co Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, CAMPBELL'S Co reported revenue of $10.50B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.49. Net income for the quarter was $602M. Gross margin was 29.8%. Operating income came in at $1.13B.

In Q2 2026, CAMPBELL'S Co reported revenue of $2.56B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.49. Net income for the quarter was $145M. Gross margin was 28.0%. Revenue grew -4.5% year-over-year compared to Q2 2025. Operating income came in at $273M.

In FY 2025, CAMPBELL'S Co reported revenue of $10.25B and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.02. Net income for the quarter was $602M. Gross margin was 30.4%. Revenue grew 6.4% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $1.12B.

In Q3 2025, CAMPBELL'S Co reported revenue of $2.48B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.22. Net income for the quarter was $66M. Gross margin was 29.4%. Revenue grew 4.5% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $161M.

Over the past 8 quarters, CAMPBELL'S Co has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $2.37B to $10.50B. Investors analyzing CPB stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

CPB Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) currently pays a dividend yield of 5.3%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in CPB stock would generate approximately $$526.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Consumer Staples sector average dividend yield of 0.4%, meaning CPB offers above-average income for its sector. The net margin of 5.7% provides reasonable coverage for the dividend, though investors should monitor payout sustainability.

CPB Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) has a momentum factor score of 21/100, signaling weak relative price performance. Stocks with low momentum scores have historically tended to continue underperforming in the near term. The investment factor score is 30/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 9/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

CPB vs Competitors — Consumer Staples Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Consumer Staples sector, CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) ranks #145 out of 180 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places CPB in the lower half of all Consumer Staples stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include Ituran Location & Control Ltd. (ITRN) with a score of 60.3/100, DARLING INGREDIENTS INC. (DAR) with a score of 52.9/100, Bunge Global SA (BG) with a score of 53.0/100, SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC (JBSS) with a score of 54.1/100, and Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing CPB against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full CPB vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how CAMPBELL'S Co stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

CPB Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy CPB? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for CAMPBELL'S Co suggests caution. Momentum is weak at 21/100, a headwind for near-term performance. Low volatility (stability score 72/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, CAMPBELL'S Co (CPB) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 39.7/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on CPB stock.

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