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Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc.

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Lamb Weston Holdings, Inc. (LW) Stock Forecasts

Argus raised its target price for Lamb Weston (LW) to $56.00. The company is a leading producer of frozen potato products in North America and globally. The update reflects Argus's revised outlook on the company's performance.

S&P lowers Lamb Weston rating to ’BB’ with stable outlook amid elevated debt

S&P downgraded Lamb Weston (LW) to 'BB' from 'BB+', citing high debt and profitability pressures. The agency expects adjusted leverage to stay near 3.7x through 2028. Q1 fiscal 2027 EBITDA fell 27% sequentially and 9% year-over-year to $1.049B. S&P maintains a stable outlook but warns of slow deleveraging due to potential share buybacks.

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Lamb Weston Stock Jumps As Beat-And-Raise Ignites Turnaround Hopes

Lamb Weston Holdings Inc. (NYSE: LW) stock rose 4.15% after reporting Q1 FY27 revenue of $1.67B (up 1%) and adjusted EPS of $0.75 (beating estimates). The company raised its FY27 adjusted EPS guidance to $3.05–$3.35. Analysts reacted with mixed price target increases, citing strong North American performance but noting debt and EMEA challenges.

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When people eat freshly fried, crispy fries at McDonald’s, they never ask where the potatoes came

Lamb Weston, a potato supplier for McDonald's, reported Q1 2027 earnings that exceeded forecasts and raised full-year guidance. Revenue and EPS topped estimates, and shares rose post-announcement. The company's success is attributed to its patented potato-cutting technology and 'Stealth Fries' coating, which maintains crispiness. Lamb Weston has a market cap of about $10 billion.

Earnings market review: beats fall short as guidance and costs drive reactions

Lamb Weston (LW) and Constellation Brands (STZ) reported earnings beats but faced mixed reactions due to guidance and cost pressures. PepsiCo (PEP) and Delta Air Lines (DAL) also reported, with DAL missing EPS estimates. Analysts note that estimate revisions, not just beats, are driving market reactions. The macro backdrop includes high yields and expensive oil, impacting earnings expectations.

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LW Maintained by Barclays -- Price Target Raised to $58

Barclays maintained its Overweight rating on Lamb Weston Holdings (LW) and raised its price target to $58.00 from $56.00. According to GuruFocus, LW is undervalued by 22.2% with a GF Value of $62.37. The company has a GF Score of 85/100, indicating strong performance, particularly in profitability and valuation.

Lamb Weston Holdings (LW) Faces A Fresh Test As Leadership Change Leaves Valuation In Balance

Lamb Weston Holdings (LW) President, International Marc Schroeder will exit by early 2027. The company's stock has risen 15.35% in 7 days and 6.30% in 90 days, but is still down 22.56% over 1 year. The stock closed at $48.09, near the community's fair value estimate of $48.06. The company paused its ERP program, shifting focus to AI and cybersecurity. Analysts debate its valuation, with a DCF model suggesting a higher fair value of $138.49.

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LW Maintained by Wells Fargo -- Price Target Raised to $58

Wells Fargo maintained an 'Overweight' rating for Lamb Weston Holdings (LW) and raised its price target to $58.00 from $54.00. GuruFocus values LW at $62.31, suggesting a 21.9% undervaluation. The company has a GF Score of 85/100, with strong profitability and valuation ranks. 10 gurus hold LW, with 8 increasing positions recently.

US potato leader Lamb Weston caught in the crossfire

Lamb Weston's share price in 2026 is near its 2016 IPO level, despite revenue doubling. Weak margins and profits led to activist investor Jana Partners' intervention. After a tough fiscal 2026, H1 2027 results show no improvement. The company plans $150M in annual savings starting 2028 to combat rising interest rates and debt refinancing costs. Lamb Weston faces challenges common to North American food companies, including inflation and overleveraging.

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