Overall Fundamental outlook

Business Operations:

Sector: Consumer Defensive
Industry: Food Distribution

Sysco Corporation, through its subsidiaries, engages in the marketing and distribution of various food and related products to the foodservice or food-away-from-home industry in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, and internationally. It operates through U.S. Foodservice Operations, International Foodservice Operations, SYGMA, and Other segments. The company distributes frozen food, such as meat, seafood, fully prepared entrées, fruits, vegetables, and desserts; canned and dry food products; fresh meat and seafood products; dairy products; beverages; imported specialties; and fresh produce products. It also supplies various non-food items, including paper products comprising disposable napkins, plates, and cups; tableware consisting of glassware and silverware; cookware, such as pots, pans, and utensils; restaurant and kitchen equipment and supplies; and cleaning supplies. It serves restaurants, hospitals and nursing facilities, schools and colleges, hotels and motels, industrial caterers, and other foodservice venues. Sysco Corporation was incorporated in 1969 and is headquartered in Houston, Texas.

Revenue projections:

Revenue projections for SYY
Revenue projections for SYY

With SYY's revenue forecasted to drop below last year's level, investors are expected to take a cautious stance. Such declines typically affect a company's bottom line, reducing profitability and making investors hesitant to invest heavily in the company until financial performance improves.

Financial Ratios:

currentRatio 1.27700
forwardPE 15.26078
debtToEquity 561.40300
earningsGrowth 0.05200
revenueGrowth 0.04700
grossMargins 0.18496
operatingMargins 0.05013
trailingEps 3.66000
forwardEps 5.37063

Sysco Corporation's current ratio being 1.277 suggests that it has more than enough liquidity to cover short-term debt obligations. The company's cash reserves and current assets are sufficient to meet immediate liabilities, signaling solid financial health and minimal risk.
With Sysco Corporation's Forward PE in a favorable range, the stock appears reasonably priced compared to its earnings. This suggests that it's not overpriced and there is room for growth, providing an encouraging opportunity for investors seeking future value increases.
SYY's elevated debt-to-equity ratio suggests that the company is using significant debt to finance its operations. This level of leverage can amplify financial risk, particularly if profitability decreases or external conditions become unfavorable.
Sysco Corporation's negative gross and operating margins suggest that the company is currently facing financial difficulties, as it is unable to cover production and operational costs. This could result in significant losses if not addressed.
Sysco Corporation's forward EPS is higher than its trailing EPS, suggesting the company is expected to see an increase in profitability this year. This points to positive growth, indicating that Sysco Corporation is projected to improve its financial performance compared to the previous year.

Price projections:

Price projections for SYY
Price projections for SYY

Sysco Corporation's price projections have steadily risen over time, pointing to increasing optimism about the company's prospects. This upward revision suggests that analysts expect Sysco Corporation to continue delivering solid performance in the future.

Insider Transactions:

Insider Transactions for SYY
Insider Transactions for SYY


Sysco Corporation saw 9 transactions in which shares were sold with market price at 81.7388899061415.There were 1 buy transactions of Sysco Corporation, with market price at 75.31999969482422.The ongoing selling activity at SYY's current price levels suggests a potential risk of further declines. If more investors continue to sell, this trend could lead to continued downward pressure on the stock's price.

Recommendation changes over time:

Recommendations trend for SYY
Recommendations trend for SYY


Analysts have maintained a buy bias for SYY, which could prompt investors to consider the stock as a viable investment. With this positive outlook, SYY is positioned as an attractive option for those looking to park their money in a stable and potentially lucrative company.