Post Holdings

American consumer packaged goods company operating multiple food and beverage brands including Honey Bunches of Oats, Pebbles, and Bob Evans.

Company Type

public

Founded

2012

Headquarters

St. Louis, Missouri, USA

Stock

NYSE: POST

About Post Holdings

Post Holdings is a leading consumer packaged goods company operating multiple food and beverage brands serving millions of consumers. The company serves customers through retail channels, food service distribution, and direct-to-consumer platforms.

The company's business model emphasizes brand strength, product innovation, and operational efficiency across its diverse brand portfolio. Post Holdings maintains significant research and development operations focused on product innovation and meeting evolving consumer preferences.

The company employs thousands of associates across its manufacturing, distribution, corporate, and customer service operations. Post Holdings maintains manufacturing and sourcing operations across multiple countries, allowing it to serve global markets while maintaining quality standards and competitive pricing.

History of Post Holdings

Post Holdings was founded in 2012 when Ric Kayne and William P. Stiritz acquired the Post Consumer Brands division from Ralcorp Holdings. The acquisition created a focused consumer packaged goods company with a portfolio of well-known breakfast cereal and food brands.

The company began with iconic brands including Honey Bunches of Oats, Pebbles cereals, and other established food products. Post Holdings went public in 2012, providing capital for expansion and strategic acquisitions.

Following its IPO, Post Holdings pursued an aggressive acquisition strategy to expand its brand portfolio and market presence. The company acquired Bob Evans Farms in 2014, significantly expanding its presence in the prepared foods and restaurant segments.

In subsequent years, Post Holdings continued to acquire complementary brands and businesses, including Michael Foods and other food companies. The company has focused on integrating acquisitions, improving operational efficiency, and expanding its product offerings across multiple food categories.

Post Holdings has maintained its focus on quality, innovation, and consumer satisfaction while building a diversified portfolio of food and beverage brands serving multiple market segments.

Brands Owned by Post Holdings

Post Holdings owns 4 brands in our database.

Bob Evans

Owned by Post Holdings

American prepared foods and restaurant brand owned by Post Holdings, offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner items.

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Honey Bunches of Oats

Owned by Post Holdings

American premium breakfast cereal brand owned by Post Holdings, offering honey-flavored oat clusters and granola.

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Michael Foods

Owned by Post Holdings

American food ingredient and egg products brand owned by Post Holdings, supplying food manufacturers and food service.

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Pebbles

Owned by Post Holdings

American breakfast cereal brand owned by Post Holdings, offering colorful fruity cereal pieces in multiple flavors.

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Bob Evans on Amazon

Michael Foods on Amazon

Stock Information

Post Holdings Ownership: Pros & Cons

Advantages

+Established brands with strong customer loyalty and recognition
+Significant market presence across multiple food categories
+Strong research and development capabilities
+Vertical integration in manufacturing and distribution
+Publicly traded status providing access to capital markets
+Diverse brand portfolio reducing dependency on single category
+Strong relationships with retailers and food service distributors
+Continuous innovation in food products and categories

Considerations

-Exposure to commodity price fluctuations
-Competition from other food companies and private labels
-Supply chain complexity across multiple sourcing locations
-Changing consumer preferences toward healthier foods
-Real estate and manufacturing facility dependencies
-Environmental regulations affecting food production
-Dependency on consumer spending on food products

Frequently Asked Questions About Post Holdings

Is Post Holdings a publicly traded company?

Yes, Post Holdings is a publicly traded company listed on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker symbol POST. Public investors can purchase shares in the company and own a portion of its brand portfolio.

What brands does Post Holdings own?

Post Holdings owns several major food and beverage brands including Honey Bunches of Oats, Pebbles cereals, Bob Evans, and Michael Foods. Each brand serves distinct customer segments within the food and beverage market.

When was Post Holdings founded?

Post Holdings was founded in 2012 through the acquisition of the Post Consumer Brands division from Ralcorp Holdings. The company went public in 2012 and has since grown through strategic acquisitions.

Where is Post Holdings headquartered?

Post Holdings is headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, USA, where the company maintains its corporate offices and executive leadership.

What is Post Holdings' market position?

Post Holdings is a leading consumer packaged goods company with a diverse portfolio of well-known food and beverage brands. The company maintains strong market positions in breakfast cereals, prepared foods, and other food categories.

About Post Holdings

History of Post Holdings