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Lancaster Colony Corp

Lancaster Colony Corp Stock Forecast & Price Prediction

Live Lancaster Colony Corp Stock (LANC) Price
$179.63

7

Ratings

  • Buy 2
  • Hold 5
  • Sell 0
Disclaimer : Analyst ratings and price forecasts are sourced from Wall St analysts and other experts. These projections are speculative and do not guarantee future stock performance. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be construed as advice to buy or sell any security.

Stock Price

$179.63

P/E Ratio

29.32

Volume Traded Today

$125,627

Dividend

$0.9

52 Week High/low

215.31/158.88

Lancaster Colony Corp Market Cap

$4.65B

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LANC Summary

The Lancaster Colony Corp (LANC) share price is expected to increase by 6.75% over the next year. This is based on calculating the average 12-month share price estimate provided by 7 stock analysts who have covered LANC. Price targets range from $176 at the low end to $207 at the high end. The current analyst consensus for LANC is a buy. Please note analyst price targets are not guaranteed and could be missed completely.

LANC Analyst Ratings

Lancaster Colony Corp has a total of 7 Wall St Analyst ratings. There are 2 buy ratings, 5 ratings, and 0 sell ratings. Since most analysts have a buy consensus rating, the expectation is that Lancaster Colony Corp will outperform the market. Investors shouldn't rely purely on analyst ratings; we encourage investors to also take a look at the fundamental and technical analysis in their due diligence.

LANC stock forecast by analyst

These are the latest 20 analyst ratings of LANC.

Analyst/Firm

Rating

Price Target

Change

Date

Alton Stump
Loop Capital

Buy

$232

Maintains

Aug 26, 2024
Jim Salera
Stephens & Co.

Equal-Weight

$200

Maintains

Aug 23, 2024
Jim Salera
Stephens & Co.

Equal-Weight

$218

Reiterates

May 3, 2024
Rob Dickerson
Jefferies

Hold

$203

Maintains

Mar 11, 2024
Jim Salera
Stephens & Co.

Equal-Weight

$218

Downgrade

Feb 2, 2024
Brian Holland
DA Davidson

Neutral

$185

Initiates

Dec 8, 2023
Rob Dickerson
Jefferies

Hold

$166

Initiates

Nov 27, 2023
Jim Salera
Stephens & Co.

Overweight

$205

Initiates

Oct 13, 2023
Alton Stump
Loop Capital

Buy

$226

Maintains

Aug 24, 2023

Loop Capital

Buy


Initiates

Jun 23, 2023
Brian Holland
Cowen & Co.

Market Perform

$140

Initiates

May 23, 2022

Benchmark

Hold


Downgrade

May 6, 2022

Benchmark

Buy


Initiates

Dec 8, 2021
Brian Holland
DA Davidson

Buy

$221

Upgrade

Sep 15, 2020

CL King

Buy


Initiates

Jan 22, 2020

DA Davidson

Neutral


Initiates

Nov 22, 2019

CL King

Neutral


Downgrade

Aug 10, 2018

Vertical Research

Hold


Downgrade

Jun 27, 2018

Vertical Group

Hold


Downgrade

Jun 27, 2018

CL King

Buy


Initiates

Jan 30, 2017

LANC Company Information

  • Company Name: Lancaster Colony Corporation
  • Industry: Specialty food products manufacturing and marketing
  • Business Segments:
    • Retail
    • Foodservice
  • Key Products:
    • Frozen garlic bread (New York BRAND Bakery)
    • Frozen yeast and dinner rolls (Sister Schubert's)
    • Salad dressings (Marzetti, Cardini's, Simply Dressed, Girard's)
    • Vegetable and fruit dips (Marzetti)
    • Croutons and salad toppings (New York BRAND Bakery, Chatham Village, Marzetti)
    • Frozen pasta (Marzetti Frozen Pasta)
  • Brand Licensing: Produces products for Olive Garden, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Chick-fil-A
  • Sales Channels: Products sold through sales personnel, food brokers, and distributors to retailers and restaurants
  • Year Established: 1961
  • Headquarters: Westerville, Ohio
LANC
Lancaster Colony Corp (LANC)

When did it IPO

N/A

Staff Count

3,400

Country

United States

Sector/Industry

Consumer Defensive/Packaged Foods

CEO

Mr. David A. Ciesinski

Market Cap

$4.65B

Lancaster Colony Corp (LANC) Financial Data

In 2023, LANC generated $1.82B in revenue, which was a increase of 8.72% from the previous year. This can be seen as a signal that LANC's business is growing, and its share price could be worth more in the future. However, if the company grows faster (or slower) than expected, this could also have a major impact on the future share price.

Revenue From 2020

N/A

Revenue From 2021

$1.47B

0.00 %
From Previous Year

Revenue From 2022

$1.68B

14.27 %
From Previous Year

Revenue From 2023

$1.82B

8.72 %
From Previous Year
  • Revenue TTM $1.87B
  • Operating Margin TTM 10.6%
  • Gross profit TTM $432.3M
  • Return on assets TTM 11.7%
  • Return on equity TTM 17.7%
  • Profit Margin 8.5%
  • Book Value Per Share 33.63%
  • Market capitalisation $4.65B
  • Revenue for 2021 $1.47B
  • Revenue for 2022 $1.68B
  • Revenue for 2023 $1.82B
  • EPS this year (TTM) $5.76

Lancaster Colony Corp (LANC) Latest News

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Mon, 26 Aug 2024

Sentiment - NEGATIVE

Source - The Motley Fool

Summary - The former president's regulatory filing revealed investments in 21 Dividend Kings, with most of these stocks trailing the S&P 500's performance over the past five years.

Why It Matters - The disclosure of positions in 21 Dividend Kings by a high-profile figure suggests potential market interest, yet their underperformance raises concerns about their future growth prospects.

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Fri, 23 Aug 2024

Sentiment - POSITIVE

Source - Seeking Alpha

Summary - Lancaster Colony's shares fell 12.3% post-Q4 2024 results, missing revenue expectations amid product exits and deflation. Analysts downgraded the stock to 'sell' due to high valuations.

Why It Matters - Lancaster Colony's share price drop reflects missed revenue targets and a downgrade to 'sell,' indicating higher risk and potential losses for investors amid elevated valuations.

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Thu, 22 Aug 2024

Sentiment - NEUTRAL

Source - InvestorPlace

Summary - Lancaster Colony (NASDAQ: LANC) reported Q4 2024 earnings per share of $1.35.

Why It Matters - Earnings per share of $1.35 indicates Lancaster Colony's profitability, impacting stock valuation and investor sentiment regarding future growth and financial health.

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Thu, 22 Aug 2024

Sentiment - NEUTRAL

Source - Seeking Alpha

Summary - Lancaster Colony Corporation (NASDAQ:LANC) will hold its Q4 2024 results conference call on August 22, 2024, at 10:00 AM ET, featuring key executives and analysts.

Why It Matters - The conference call provides insights into Lancaster Colony's financial performance and strategic direction, critical for evaluating investment potential and market positioning.

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Thu, 22 Aug 2024

Sentiment - NEUTRAL

Source - Business Wire

Summary - Lancaster Colony Corporation reported a 0.4% decline in Q4 net sales to $452.8 million, with retail segment sales down 0.8% due to exiting certain bakery product lines.

Why It Matters - Lancaster Colony's declining net sales signal potential challenges in revenue growth, raising concerns about its future profitability and market position, which could affect investor confidence.

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Wed, 21 Aug 2024

Sentiment - NEUTRAL

Source - Business Wire

Summary - T. Marzetti Company, a subsidiary of Lancaster Colony Corporation, is launching its first gluten-free New York Bakery frozen bread line, including Garlic and Five Cheese Texas Toast, nationwide this Fall.

Why It Matters - The launch of gluten-free products by T. Marzetti Company can attract health-conscious consumers, potentially boosting sales and market share for Lancaster Colony Corporation.

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LANC Frequently asked questions

The highest forecasted price for LANC is $207 from at .

The lowest forecasted price for LANC is $176 from from

The LANC analyst ratings consensus are 2 buy ratings, 5 hold ratings, and 0 sell ratings.