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John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc (JBSS)

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09/17/2025: JBSS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.

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Analysis of Past Performance

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Historic Profit -9.78%
Avg. Invested days 35
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Key Highlights

Company Size Small-Cap Stock
Market Capitalization 738.27M USD
Price to earnings Ratio 13.44
1Y Target Price 107
Price to earnings Ratio 13.44
1Y Target Price 107
Volume (30-day avg) -
Beta 0.35
52 Weeks Range 58.47 - 104.34
Updated Date 06/29/2025
52 Weeks Range 58.47 - 104.34
Updated Date 06/29/2025
Dividends yield (FY) 1.34%
Basic EPS (TTM) 4.72

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Report Date -
When -
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Actual -

Profitability

Profit Margin 5%
Operating Margin (TTM) 10.42%

Management Effectiveness

Return on Assets (TTM) 8.88%
Return on Equity (TTM) 16.58%

Valuation

Trailing PE 13.44
Forward PE -
Enterprise Value 860652724
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.67
Enterprise Value 860652724
Price to Sales(TTM) 0.67
Enterprise Value to Revenue 0.78
Enterprise Value to EBITDA 8.08
Shares Outstanding 9043450
Shares Floating 9042262
Shares Outstanding 9043450
Shares Floating 9042262
Percent Insiders 1.54
Percent Institutions 92.64

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John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc

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Company Overview

overview logo History and Background

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. was founded in 1922 as a nut brokerage firm. It has evolved into a processor, packager, marketer, and distributor of nuts and other snack products. The company has expanded through acquisitions and organic growth, establishing a strong presence in the nut industry.

business area logo Core Business Areas

  • Consumer Distribution: This segment focuses on selling nuts and other snack products directly to consumers through various channels, including retail grocery stores, mass merchandisers, and online platforms. Private label and branded products.
  • Commercial Ingredients: This segment provides nuts and other ingredients to food manufacturers for use in their products. They are one of the largest providers of nut ingredients to food manufacturers in the United States.
  • Contract Packaging: This segment offers packaging services to other food companies, leveraging the company's packaging infrastructure.

leadership logo Leadership and Structure

The leadership team includes Jeffrey T. Sanfilippo (CEO) and Jasper B. Sanfilippo II (Chairman). The company has a traditional hierarchical structure with various departments overseeing different aspects of the business.

Top Products and Market Share

overview logo Key Offerings

  • Fisher Nuts: Fisher Nuts is a leading brand of snack nuts, baking nuts and recipe nuts. This includes packaged nuts in various forms (shelled, unshelled, roasted, salted, etc.). Market share data is proprietary, but Fisher is a well-recognized brand. Competitors: Planters (Hormel), Diamond Nuts (Blue Road Capital), Emerald (Kettle Brand), private label brands.
  • Orchard Valley Harvest: Orchard Valley Harvest is a brand of snack nuts, dried fruit, and trail mixes, often marketed as a better-for-you snacking option. Orchard Valley harvest has a very competitive organic snack mix range that includes nuts, seeds and fruits. Competitors: Emerald, Planters, private label brands.
  • Private Label Nuts: John B Sanfilippo is a major supplier of private label nuts to grocery stores and other retailers. Competitors: Diamond Nuts, other private label suppliers.

Market Dynamics

industry overview logo Industry Overview

The nut industry is characterized by increasing demand for healthy snacks and ingredients. Trends include growth in nut-based products, rising consumer awareness of health benefits, and expansion of online channels. The category is sensitive to commodity prices.

Positioning

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. is a significant player in the nut industry, leveraging its established brands (Fisher, Orchard Valley Harvest) and extensive distribution network. The company benefits from vertical integration, controlling the supply chain from raw nut procurement to packaging and distribution.

Total Addressable Market (TAM)

The global nuts and seeds market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions of USD, growing at a modest CAGR. John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc is well-positioned to capture a significant portion of this market, particularly in North America. TAM in 2024 is estimated at $85 Billion USD with Sanfilippo holding roughly 3% of that market.

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Strengths

  • Strong brand recognition (Fisher Nuts)
  • Extensive distribution network
  • Vertical integration
  • Established relationships with retailers
  • Large scale enables cost efficiency

Weaknesses

  • Reliance on commodity prices (e.g., walnuts, almonds)
  • Vulnerability to weather-related events affecting nut harvests
  • Limited international presence
  • Competition from larger food companies
  • High debt levels

Opportunities

  • Expansion into new product categories (e.g., nut butters, nut flours)
  • Increased focus on healthy snacking trends
  • Growth in online sales
  • Strategic acquisitions to expand market share
  • Development of new packaging formats and sizes

Threats

  • Fluctuations in commodity prices
  • Increased competition from private label brands
  • Changing consumer preferences
  • Supply chain disruptions
  • Economic downturn impacting consumer spending

Competitors and Market Share

competitor logo Key Competitors

  • Hormel Foods Corporation (HRL)
  • Wonderful Company
  • Diamond Foods (owned by Blue Road Capital)

Competitive Landscape

John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc competes with larger food companies and private label brands. The company's strengths lie in its established brands, vertical integration, and distribution network. Its weaknesses include reliance on commodity prices and limited international presence.

Growth Trajectory and Initiatives

Historical Growth: John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc's historical growth has been driven by a combination of organic growth and acquisitions. Past performance is not indicative of future results.

Future Projections: Future growth projections for John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc depend on factors such as market conditions, competition, and management strategy. Investors should consult analyst reports for specific estimates.

Recent Initiatives: Recent initiatives include focusing on supply chain efficiencies, product innovation, and expanding distribution channels.

Summary

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. is a key player in the US nut market, benefiting from strong brands like Fisher. Its vertical integration provides a competitive advantage, though vulnerability to commodity price fluctuations is a concern. Expansion into new product lines and channels presents growth opportunities. It faces strong competition and will need to focus on innovation and cost control.

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Sources and Disclaimers

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  • Market Research Reports
  • Industry Analysis

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About John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc

Exchange NASDAQ
Headquaters Elgin, IL, United States
IPO Launch date 1991-12-03
Chairman & CEO Mr. Jeffrey T. Sanfilippo
Sector Consumer Defensive
Industry Packaged Foods
Full time employees 1800
Full time employees 1800

John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc., through its subsidiary, JBSS Ventures, LLC, processes and distributes tree nuts and peanuts in the United States. The company offers raw and processed nuts, including almonds, pecans, peanuts, black walnuts, English walnuts, cashews, macadamia nuts, pistachios, pine nuts, Brazil nuts, and filberts in various styles and seasonings. It also offers peanut butter in various sizes and varieties; salad toppings, dried fruit, and chocolate and yogurt coated products; recipe ingredients; bulk food products; sunflower kernels, pepitas, snack mixes, almond and cashew butter, candy and confections, corn snacks, chickpea snacks, sesame sticks, and other sesame snack products; and various toppings for ice cream and yogurt. In addition, the company operates a retail store. The company provides its products under the Fisher, Orchard Valley Harvest, Squirrel Brand, Southern Style Nuts, and Just the Cheese brands as well as under various private brands. It serves retailers and wholesalers, and commercial ingredient and contract packaging customers through a network of independent brokers, distributors, and suppliers. John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. was founded in 1922 and is headquartered in Elgin, Illinois.