10 Best Food Stocks with Dividends

4. The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ:KHC)

Number of Hedge Fund Holders: 46

As reported by The Wall Street Journal, The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ:KHC) is considering spinning off a significant portion of its operations, potentially valued at around $20 billion. With the company’s total market capitalization currently near $34 billion, the move would represent a major restructuring. While specifics haven’t been confirmed, reports suggest the split may involve creating one division centered on spreads and sauces, while the other would include processed meats, cheeses, and other essential products.

The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ:KHC) reported revenue of $6 billion in the first quarter of 2025, down 6% from the same period last year. The company was once known for steady dividend growth, but after its 2015 merger with Heinz, the company eventually cut its dividend due to underperforming acquisitions. Since early 2019, the dividend has remained at $0.40 per share. However, rising cash flows— growing from $2.46 billion in 2022 to $4.1 billion in 2024— have improved the dividend outlook. In Q1 2025, the company returned $477 million to shareholders through dividends.

The Kraft Heinz Company (NASDAQ:KHC) currently pays a quarterly dividend of $0.40 per share and has a dividend yield of 5.58%, as of July 27.