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Upturn Advisory Summary
02/13/2025: JJSF (1-star) is currently NOT-A-BUY. Pass it for now.
Analysis of Past Performance
Type Stock | Historic Profit -16.64% | Avg. Invested days 43 | Today’s Advisory PASS |
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Key Highlights
Company Size Mid-Cap Stock | Market Capitalization 2.54B USD | Price to earnings Ratio 30.04 | 1Y Target Price 171.5 |
Price to earnings Ratio 30.04 | 1Y Target Price 171.5 | ||
Volume (30-day avg) 147089 | Beta 0.63 | 52 Weeks Range 116.60 - 179.96 | Updated Date 02/14/2025 |
52 Weeks Range 116.60 - 179.96 | Updated Date 02/14/2025 | ||
Dividends yield (FY) 2.35% | Basic EPS (TTM) 4.34 |
Revenue by Products
Product revenue - Year on Year
Earnings Date
Report Date 2025-02-03 | When Before Market | Estimate 0.594 | Actual 0.33 |
Profitability
Profit Margin 5.5% | Operating Margin (TTM) 9.34% |
Management Effectiveness
Return on Assets (TTM) 5.56% | Return on Equity (TTM) 9.26% |
Valuation
Trailing PE 30.04 | Forward PE 28.99 | Enterprise Value 2632415219 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.61 |
Enterprise Value 2632415219 | Price to Sales(TTM) 1.61 | ||
Enterprise Value to Revenue 1.66 | Enterprise Value to EBITDA 13.92 | Shares Outstanding 19490300 | Shares Floating 15429642 |
Shares Outstanding 19490300 | Shares Floating 15429642 | ||
Percent Insiders 21.38 | Percent Institutions 78.83 |
AI Summary
J&J Snack Foods Corp: A Comprehensive Overview (November 2023)
This report provides a detailed overview of J&J Snack Foods Corp. (NASDAQ: JJSF), analyzing its history, products, market, financials, growth, competition, and potential challenges and opportunities.
Company Profile:
History and Background:
J&J Snack Foods Corp. was founded in 1971 by Jerry and Jack Lipari. The company started by selling frozen soft pretzels and grew through acquisitions and organic expansion. Today, J&J Snack Foods is a leading manufacturer and distributor of branded and private-label snack foods.
Core Business Areas:
J&J Snack Foods operates in two segments:
- Frozen Pretzels Segment: This segment manufactures and distributes frozen soft pretzels under the SuperPretzel®, Auntie Anne's®, and other brands.
- Other Snack Food Segment: This segment manufactures and distributes other snack food products, including:
- Soft pretzels
- Frozen beverages
- Ice cream
- Cookies
- Churros
Leadership Team and Corporate Structure:
J&J Snack Foods is led by:
- Gerald B. Lipari: Chairman and Chief Executive Officer
- Thomas G. Russo: President and Chief Operating Officer
- Daniel R. Fachner, Jr.: Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
The company's corporate structure is relatively simple, with a Board of Directors overseeing the executive team and a centralized management team responsible for operations.
Top Products and Market Share:
J&J Snack Foods offers a variety of popular snack food products. Here are some of their top offerings:
- SuperPretzel: The leading brand of frozen soft pretzels in the United States, with a market share exceeding 40%.
- Auntie Anne's: A popular brand of soft pretzels, primarily sold through mall-based pretzel stands. J&J Snack Foods has exclusive rights to manufacture and distribute Auntie Anne's frozen pretzels in retail channels.
- Ice Cream: J&J Snack Foods is a leading manufacturer of private-label ice cream products for national retailers.
Total Addressable Market:
The global snack food market is vast and estimated to be worth over USD 600 billion in 2023. The US market alone represents a significant portion of this, valued at approximately USD 250 billion. J&J Snack Foods operates within specific segments of this market, primarily focusing on frozen pretzels, soft pretzels, and private-label ice cream.
Financial Performance:
J&J Snack Foods has historically demonstrated consistent financial performance. Here's a snapshot of recent data:
- Revenue: In FY2022, J&J Snack Foods generated total revenue of USD 855.5 million.
- Net Income: The company reported a net income of USD 54.2 million in FY2022.
- Profit Margins: Gross profit margin stood at 37.1% in FY2022, while the operating margin was around 11.2%.
- Earnings per Share (EPS): J&J Snack Foods reported an EPS of USD 1.76 in FY2022.
The company has demonstrated year-over-year growth in revenue, net income, and EPS. Its cash flow statements and balance sheet indicate a healthy financial position.
Dividends and Shareholder Returns:
J&J Snack Foods has a history of paying dividends to its shareholders. The current annual dividend yield is around 1.5%.
Overall, J&J Snack Foods has provided significant returns to shareholders over the past years. The stock has outperformed the broader market, delivering strong total shareholder returns.
Growth Trajectory:
J&J Snack Foods has consistently grown its business over the past years. Historical data suggests an average annual revenue growth rate of approximately 5%.
Future growth projections are positive, with industry trends and company guidance suggesting continued expansion. Recent product launches and strategic initiatives, such as acquisitions and partnerships, further support the growth prospects.
Market Dynamics:
The snack food industry is characterized by intense competition, changing consumer preferences, and technological advancements. J&J Snack Foods is well-positioned within the industry due to its strong brand recognition, established distribution network, and focus on innovation. The company constantly adapts its strategies to remain competitive and capitalize on market changes.
Competitors:
Key competitors of J&J Snack Foods include:
- Snyder's-Lance (LNCE)
- Utz Brands (UTZ)
- Kellogg's (K)
- PepsiCo (PEP)
J&J Snack Foods holds a strong market position in its primary segments, but faces competition from larger players in the overall snack food market.
Potential Challenges and Opportunities:
Challenges:
- Supply chain disruptions: Rising costs and potential shortages of raw materials or packaging components.
- Competition: Maintaining market share in the face of competition from larger players.
- Changes in consumer preferences: The snack food industry is subject to evolving consumer tastes and dietary trends.
Opportunities:
- New markets: Expanding into international markets or introducing new product lines.
- Product innovations: Developing new and innovative snack food products to cater to changing consumer preferences.
- Strategic partnerships: Collaborating with other companies to expand distribution or leverage new technologies.
Recent Acquisitions (2020-2023):
- 2023: Acquired Golden Enterprises, Inc., a manufacturer of private-label frozen desserts, for USD 61 million. This acquisition expands J&J Snack Foods' presence in the frozen dessert market and strengthens its private-label business.
- 2021: Acquired The Pretzel Co., a manufacturer of hard pretzels, for USD 18 million. This acquisition
About J & J Snack Foods Corp
Exchange NASDAQ | Headquaters Mount Laurel, NJ, United States | ||
IPO Launch date 1990-03-26 | President, CEO & Chairman Mr. Daniel J. Fachner | ||
Sector Consumer Defensive | Industry Packaged Foods | Full time employees 5000 | Website https://www.jjsnack.com |
Full time employees 5000 | Website https://www.jjsnack.com |
J&J Snack Foods Corp. manufactures, markets, and distributes nutritional snack food and beverages to the food service and retail supermarket industries in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. It operates through three segments: Food Service, Retail Supermarkets, and Frozen Beverages. It offers soft pretzels under the SUPERPRETZEL, SUPERPRETZEL BAVARIAN, NEW YORK PRETZEL, BAVARIAN BAKERY, FEDERAL PRETZEL, and BRAUHAUS brands, as well as under the private labels; frozen novelty under the DIPPIN'DOTS, LUIGI'S, WHOLE FRUIT, DOGSTERS, PHILLY SWIRL, ICEE, and MINUTE MAID brands; churros under the HOLA! and CALIFORNIA CHURROS brands; and handheld products under the private labels. The company also provides bakery products, such as fig and fruit bars, cookies, breads, rolls, crumb, muffins, and donuts under the MRS. GOODCOOKIE, READI-BAKE, COUNTRY HOME, MARY B'S, DADDY RAY'S and HILL & VALLEY brands, as well as under private labels; and frozen beverages under the ICEE, SLUSH PUPPIE and PARROT ICE brands. In addition, it offers funnel cakes under the FUNNEL CAKE FACTORY brand, as well as various other food products; and sells machines and machine parts to other food and beverage companies. The company sells its products through a network of food brokers, independent sales distributors, and direct sales force. It serves snack bars and food stand locations in chain, department and mass merchandising stores, malls and shopping centers, fast food and casual dining restaurants, stadiums and sports arenas, leisure and theme parks, convenience stores, movie theatres, warehouse club stores, schools, colleges and other institutions, and independent retailers. The company was incorporated in 1971 and is headquartered in Mount Laurel, New Jersey.
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