Sysco (SYY)
NYSEConsumer StaplesFood DistributionSnapshot 2026-09-04
$80.05-1.27%
Close 2026-09-04 · 1-day change
NYSEConsumer StaplesFood DistributionSnapshot 2026-09-04
QuarterlyIQ Insights · SYY
How strong the business is — where it ranks within its sector on capital efficiency and cash generation, and how well management has been executing.
How this business ranks within consumer staples on a research-validated quality screen. As of 2026-09-04.
The screen ranks SYY against its sector on four durable signals: share dilution, return on capital, free-cash-flow yield, and FCF margin. Historically the highest-quality names tended toward better typical outcomes and fewer bad years over multi-year holds (strongest at three years, modest at one), and that pattern showed up even before the price moved. It characterizes business quality, not price direction.
Each leg is a sector-relative percentile (higher is better); 4 of 4 legs were available for this name. The composite is built from these four; the raw value follows each percentile for context.
A forward quality tilt, not a price prediction, and context for your own research rather than a recommendation. Not investment advice.
How management runs the business: capital, margins, balance sheet, and how reliably they guide and deliver.
Each factor is a parallel diagnostic with a clear read of what it shows and how names like it have historically fared. Never aggregated into a single score.
Operating income rose in 1 of the last 3 quarter-over-quarter moves. Historically, Consumer Staples names rated strong grew net income 64% of the time over the next year (vs 53% for the rest of the cohort, n=2094).
Not investment advice. Scores describe historical and current data; they are not forecasts of future returns. Consult a licensed advisor before making investment decisions.
Met or beat guidance 50% of the last 2 guided quarters · -33.2% avg surprise
Priorities management has stated in recent disclosures, with status and evidence drawn from earnings calls, filings, and press releases.
Complete the acquisition of Jetro Restaurant Depot and integrate it to expand Sysco's market presence in wholesale cash-and-carry foodservice.
Stated as a priority in 2 of last 2 quarters. Sysco announced the acquisition agreement of Jetro Restaurant Depot in 2026-Q1 and reiterated it in 2026-Q2, with expected closing by Q3 FY27 pending regulatory approvals. This is a new strategic growth initiative with clear timing and scope. The trajectory is delivering as the acquisition is progressing through regulatory review.
“Sysco announced it had entered into an agreement to acquire Jetro Restaurant Depot, expected to close by Q3 FY27 subject to regulatory approvals.”
“Sysco entered into a merger agreement with Jetro Restaurant Depot, subject to regulatory review and customary closing conditions.”
Maintain focus on achieving full-year adjusted earnings per share at the high end of the $4.50 to $4.60 guidance range for fiscal 2026.
Stated as a priority in 4 of last 4 quarters. Management consistently reiterated confidence in delivering full-year adjusted EPS at the high end of $4.50-$4.60 guidance. Fiscal 2026 adjusted EPS grew 3.4% to $4.61, matching the high-end guidance. The trajectory is delivering as actual EPS met the stated target.
Achieve and sustain U.S. Foodservice local case volume growth exceeding 2.5% to support sales growth.
Stated as a priority in 4 of last 4 quarters. U.S. Foodservice local volume growth was 2.6% in 2026-Q4 and 3.3% in 2026-Q3, exceeding the 2.5% target. Management expressed confidence in sustaining this growth. The trajectory is delivering with volume growth above the stated threshold.
Implement AI-powered business transformation and operational improvements to realize $100 million in annual cost savings in fiscal 2027.
Stated as a priority in 3 of last 3 quarters. Management consistently communicated a target of $100 million in annualized cost savings for FY27 driven by AI and operational efficiency initiatives. This is a recurring focus with clear financial targets. The trajectory is ongoing with expected delivery in FY27.
“Introducing fiscal year 2027 guidance including approximately $100 million of efficiency improvements driven by AI-powered transformation.”
Continue disciplined capital allocation strategy, returning capital to shareholders through dividends and share repurchases.
Stated as a priority in 4 of last 4 quarters. Sysco returned approximately $1.2 billion to shareholders in fiscal 2026 through dividends and share repurchases, with quarterly returns increasing from $259 million in Q1 to cumulative $1.2 billion by Q4. Management has maintained disciplined capital allocation. The trajectory is delivering consistent capital returns.
Over the trailing year it converted 0.33x of net income into operating cash flow. Historically, Consumer Staples names rated fragile grew net income 46% of the time over the next year (vs 58% for the rest of the cohort, n=1569).
Most sensitive to the broad stock market.
Not enough signal to read sensitivity to the US dollar, real (inflation-adjusted) rates, long-term interest rates, Fed net liquidity (low R² over the window).
18 material management or governance events in the past 24 months, led by capital-allocation actions. Historically, Consumer Staples names rated volatile grew net income 53% of the time over the next year (vs 51% for the rest of the cohort, n=947).
Not investment advice. As of 2026-09-04.
“We exceeded our previously communicated guidance for the quarter and the year, delivering adjusted EPS growth.”
“We are confident in delivering full-year adjusted EPS at the high end of our $4.50 to $4.60 guidance range.”
“We now expect our full year adjusted EPS to be at the high end of our previously provided guidance range of $4.50-$4.60.”
“Based on a strong Q1 and trends, we are confident in our full year guidance of adjusted EPS growth at the high end of $4.50 to $4.60.”
“U.S. local volume increased 2.6% in Q4, exceeding prior commitment of 2.5%.”
“U.S. local volumes grew 3.3%, highest quarterly rate in over three years, exceeding prior commitment.”
“Positive 1.2% local case volume growth in Q2, building momentum to deliver at least 2.5% local case growth in second half.”
“U.S. Foodservice local volume had a positive exit velocity and improved sequentially.”
“Announcing incremental cost out efforts expected to deliver combined $100 million net cost savings in FY27.”
“Expect combined cost-outs of approximately $100 million in FY27 including carry-forward benefit from prior actions.”
“Returned $1.2 billion to shareholders via dividends and share repurchase in fiscal year 2026.”
“Returned $978 million to shareholders via $200 million share repurchases and $778 million dividends.”
“Returned $518 million to shareholders via dividends in first 26 weeks of fiscal year 2026.”
“Returned $259 million to shareholders via dividends in first 13 weeks of fiscal year 2026.”