Kellogg Co.
Industry Group: Food Products
Country/Region: United States of America
Identifier: NYS:K
Founded in 1906, Kellogg is a leading global manufacturer and marketer of cereal, cookies, crackers, and other packaged foods. Its offerings are manufactured in 21 countries and marketed in more than 180 countries. Its product mix includes well-known brands such as Special K, Frosted Flakes, Froot Loops, Rice Krispies, Pop-Tarts, Eggo, Kashi, and Morningstar Farms. The firm added the Pringles brand to its mix in 2012. Sales outside its home turf account for just north of 40% of Kellogg's consolidated sales base. The firm intends to split its global snacking arm from its North American cereal segment by the end of calendar 2023.
ESG Risk Rating
Ranking
Industry Group (1st = lowest risk)
Food Products 142 out of 623
Universe
Global Universe 9690 out of 15561
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Industry Comparison
| Company | ESG Risk Rating | Industry Rank |
|---|---|---|
| Ajinomoto Co., Inc. |
27.2
Medium
|
117 out of 623 |
| Kellogg Co. |
28.4
Medium
|
142 out of 623 |
| Hormel Foods Corp. |
30
Medium
|
190 out of 623 |
| Associated British Foods Plc |
31.1
High
|
220 out of 623 |
| Tyson Foods, Inc. |
35.9
High
|
357 out of 623 |
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