Hormel Foods
Coverage of Hormel Foods in the Nexus archive.
- How Spam became one of the most iconic American brands of all time
Spam, launched by Hormel Foods Corporation in 1937, became a global success with over eight billion cans sold in 44 countries. Its affordability, long shelf life, and wartime popularity helped it become an iconic American brand, comparable to Coca-Cola and McDonald’s. The product’s versatility and emotional connection to American ideals like resourcefulness contributed to its enduring appeal.
- Report accuses corporate dairy of ‘greenwashing’
A report by University of Miami researchers found that 98% of environmental claims made by 33 major global meat and dairy companies, including Wisconsin-based operations like Saputo Cheese and Tyson Foods, are 'greenwashing' due to lack of supporting evidence. The study highlights that only three claims were backed by peer-reviewed research, comparing corporate tactics to those of the fossil fuel industry in misleading consumers about climate impact.
- Hormel Foods Shares Rise on Strong Q2 Earnings
Hormel Foods' shares increased following the company's strong Q2 earnings performance. The positive financial results led to an increase in stock value.
- Wall Street hangs near its records as profits keep piling up for US companies and oil prices swing
U.S. stocks remain near record highs as companies like Dollar Tree, Snowflake, and Hormel Foods report strong profits. Oil prices fluctuate amid tensions between the U.S. and Iran over the Strait of Hormuz.