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Quarterly ResultAug 4, 2026, 08:08 AM

Sysco Q4 Sales +4.7% to $22.1B; Guides FY27 Adj. EPS +9-11%

AI Summary

Sysco Corporation announced strong financial results for its fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2026, exceeding previous guidance. For Q4, sales increased 4.7% to $22.1 billion and adjusted diluted EPS grew 3.4% to $1.53. Full-year sales reached $84.6 billion, up 3.9%, with adjusted diluted EPS increasing 3.4% to $4.61. The company also issued positive fiscal year 2027 guidance, expecting 6%-7% sales growth and 9%-11% adjusted EPS growth, supported by $100 million in AI-driven efficiency improvements.

Key Highlights

  • Q4 FY26 sales increased 4.7% to $22.1 billion.
  • Q4 FY26 adjusted diluted EPS rose 3.4% to $1.53.
  • Full-year FY26 sales increased 3.9% to $84.6 billion.
  • Full-year FY26 adjusted diluted EPS grew 3.4% to $4.61.
  • FY27 guidance projects 6%-7% sales growth and 9%-11% adjusted EPS growth.
  • U.S. Foodservice Q4 local volume increased 2.6%; International local volume grew 4.5%.
  • Generated $2.6 billion in cash flow from operations and $2.1 billion in free cash flow for FY26.
  • Returned $1.2 billion to shareholders in FY26 through dividends and share repurchases.