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John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc (JBSS)



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Upturn Advisory Summary
06/11/2025: JBSS (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
1 Year Target Price $107
1 Year Target Price $107
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Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -6.01% | Avg. Invested days 39 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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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 |
Earnings Date
Report Date - | When - | Estimate - | 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 |
Analyst Ratings
Rating - | Target Price 107 | Buy - | Strong Buy - |
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Upturn AI SWOT
John B Sanfilippo & Son Inc

Company Overview
History and Background
John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. was founded in 1922. It began as a pecan shelling company and has evolved into a processor, packager, and distributor of nuts and other snack products.
Core Business Areas
- Consumer Distribution: Sales of nut products, primarily under the Fisher, Orchard Valley Harvest, and Squirrel Brands brands, to retail channels (grocery, mass merchandise, drug stores, club stores, convenience stores).
- Commercial Ingredients: Sales of nut ingredients to other food manufacturers for use in their products.
- Private Label: Packaging nuts under the brands of retailers.
Leadership and Structure
The leadership includes Jeffrey T. Sanfilippo (Chairman and CEO), Jasper B. Sanfilippo, Jr. (Vice Chairman). The company has a traditional corporate structure with various departments (sales, marketing, operations, finance).
Top Products and Market Share
Key Offerings
- Fisher Nuts: Fisher Nuts is a leading brand in the baking nut category and snack nut category. Competitors include Diamond Foods, Planters (Kraft Heinz), and store brands. Market share fluctuates but Fisher is a leading contender in baking nuts.
- Orchard Valley Harvest: Orchard Valley Harvest offers snack nuts and trail mixes, aimed at health-conscious consumers. Competitors include Emerald Nuts, Wonderful Pistachios, and private label brands. Market share is smaller but growing.
- Squirrel Brand: Squirrel Brand is a premium nut brand. Competitors include other premium snack brands and gourmet food companies. Market share is a niche but profitable market.
Market Dynamics
Industry Overview
The nut and snack industry is competitive with growth driven by health trends, convenience, and snacking habits. Key trends include plant-based diets and demand for healthier options.
Positioning
John B. Sanfilippo & Son holds a strong position in the baking nut and ingredient segments, while expanding in the snack nut and healthy snacking markets. It differentiates itself through brand recognition and a diversified product portfolio.
Total Addressable Market (TAM)
The global nuts and seeds market is estimated to be worth hundreds of billions USD. John B. Sanfilippo & Son is positioned to capture a percentage by selling to their customer base.
Upturn SWOT Analysis
Strengths
- Strong brand recognition (Fisher)
- Established distribution network
- Diversified product portfolio
- Long-standing relationships with suppliers
Weaknesses
- Dependence on commodity prices (nuts)
- Seasonality of nut harvests
- Exposure to currency fluctuation with internationally sourced nuts
- High marketing costs to maintain brand awareness
Opportunities
- Expanding into new snack categories (e.g., nut butters)
- Capitalizing on health and wellness trends
- Increasing international sales
- Acquiring smaller nut brands
Threats
- Rising nut prices due to climate change or supply chain disruptions
- Increased competition from private label brands
- Changing consumer preferences
- Economic downturn affecting consumer spending
Competitors and Market Share
Key Competitors
- HRL
- ADM
- INGR
Competitive Landscape
John B. Sanfilippo & Son faces competition from larger food companies with greater resources, but it benefits from its focus on nuts and strong brands.
Growth Trajectory and Initiatives
Historical Growth: Growth Data omitted due to requirement to provide only JSON without prose. Data is available at SEC filings.
Future Projections: Future Projections Data omitted due to requirement to provide only JSON without prose. Data is available at SEC filings.
Recent Initiatives: Recent Initiatives Data omitted due to requirement to provide only JSON without prose. Data is available at SEC filings.
Summary
John B. Sanfilippo & Son is a long-standing company with established brands. Its strengths are its brand portfolio and distribution network. The company faces threats from commodity price volatility and increasing competition and could increase market share with acquisitions and a push toward healthier snack options.
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Sources and Disclaimers
Data Sources:
- SEC Filings
- Company Website
- Industry Reports
Disclaimers:
The information provided is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Market share data are estimates and may not be precise.
AI Summarization is directionally correct and might not be accurate.
Summarized information shown could be a few years old and not current.
Fundamental Rating based on AI could be based on old data.
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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 | Website https://www.jbssinc.com |
Full time employees 1800 | Website https://www.jbssinc.com |
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.
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