date:Jan 31, 2013
ixed notes is 0.875%, on the 30-year bonds it is 4.15%.
The Baa1 rating is Moodys top rating beneath its A ratings and is defined as reflecting moderate credit risk.
Positives cited by Moodys include the strength and diversity of the General Mills portfolio of brands, including Big G cereals, Pillsbury, Nature Valley, Progresso and Yoplait.
The rating also reflects the company's leading market positions in nearly all of its key retail categories and solid operating margins in the mid-teens, M