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J & J Snack Foods(JJSF) - 2023 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2023-01-31 21:22
Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Net sales for the quarter were $351.3 million, growing by 10.3% compared to the prior year period [34] - Adjusted operating income was $11.2 million, with adjusted earnings per diluted share at $0.42, while net earnings decreased to $6.6 million, resulting in reported diluted earnings per share of $0.34, down from $0.58 in the prior period [15][36] - Total operating expenses increased to $81.5 million, representing 23.2% of sales for the quarter compared to 20.3% in Q1 of 2022 [14] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Food services, the largest segment representing approximately 68% of total sales, saw revenue of $238.3 million, exceeding Q1 2022 by $26.6 million or an increase of 30% [13] - Frozen Beverages revenue was up 9%, driven by a 15% increase in beverage sales and an 8% increase in service sales, although equipment revenue declined by 11% [8][35] - Frozen novelties were relatively flat in Q1, excluding Dippin' Dots sales, which are expected to drive profitability in the second half of the year [6][36] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The retail segment experienced a 1% sales increase for the quarter, reflecting softness in macroeconomic spending for consumables [29] - The company noted a significant increase in sales for the Dippin' Dots business, with unit sales up over 14% in the first quarter [26][142] - The company is seeing strong momentum in the churros business, with sales increasing by 32% due to the introduction of the Hola! Churros brand [28] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on transforming the business by investing in brands, expanding production capacity, and building a strong pipeline of product innovation [137] - Strategic priorities include improving operational efficiencies through new automated production lines, outsourcing logistics, and optimizing the distribution network [143][144] - The company is evaluating potential M&A opportunities to complement its brand portfolio and business model [11] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management acknowledged ongoing inflationary pressures and a softening consumer environment impacting year-over-year results, but expressed confidence in improved gross margins due to recent pricing actions [138] - The company remains optimistic about the balance of the year, citing strong initiatives underway that are expected to positively impact both top and bottom lines [34][110] - Management noted that 75% of sales and profitability typically occur in Q3 and Q4, indicating a seasonal business pattern [112] Other Important Information - The company has approximately $92 million in debt and $123 million of additional borrowing capacity available [37] - The first new regional distribution center (RDC) is expected to open in June, with plans for additional centers to enhance logistics and distribution efficiency [144] Q&A Session Summary Question: Impact of cold weather on sales - Management acknowledged that cold weather had an effect on sales, particularly during the holiday shopping season, but emphasized that it is not the key driver of performance [20][62] Question: Capital allocation and debt leverage for M&A - Management indicated that there is no specific leverage number set for potential M&A, but the board is supportive of leveraging the balance sheet for growth [42] Question: Dippin' Dots operating income trend - Management noted that Dippin' Dots typically has a negative impact on operating income in Q1, with most profitability expected in Q3 and Q4 [45][60] Question: Volume trends and inventory destocking - Management confirmed that there was some destocking of inventories by retailers, which contributed to volume declines in December [62] Question: Expectations for commodity cost inflation - Management expects commodity costs to decline, particularly for wheat, with a forecast of a 3% to 4% decrease in the second quarter [106]
J & J Snack Foods(JJSF) - 2022 Q4 - Annual Report
2022-11-22 22:00
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-K ☒ ANNUAL REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15(d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED SEPTEMBER 24, 2022 ☐ TRANSITION REPORT PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 OR 15 (d) OF THE SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934 FOR THE TRANSITION PERIOD FROM TO Commission File No. 000-14616 Registrant's telephone number, including area code: (856) 665-9533 J&J SNACK FOODS CORP. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter ...
J & J Snack Foods(JJSF) - 2022 Q4 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-11-15 19:15
J&J Snack Foods Corp (NASDAQ:JJSF) Q4 2022 Results Conference Call November 15, 2022 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Norberto Aja - JCIR Dan Fachner - President, CEO & Director Ken Plunk - SVP, Treasurer & CFO Conference Call Participants Connor Rattigan - Consumer Edge Research Robert Dickerson - Jefferies Todd Brooks - The Benchmark Company Andrew Wolf - CL King & Associates Operator Hello, thank you for standing by, and welcome to the J&J Snack Foods Fiscal 2022 Fourth Quarter Conference Call. At this t ...
J & J Snack Foods(JJSF) - 2022 Q3 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-08-07 01:47
J&J Snack Foods Corp (NASDAQ:JJSF) Q3 2022 Earnings Conference Call August 3, 2022 9:00 AM ET Company Participants Norberto Aja - JCIR Daniel Fachner - President, CEO & Director Ken Plunk - SVP, Treasurer & CFO Conference Call Participants Andrew Wolf - CL King & Associates Robert Dickerson - Jefferies Connor Rattigan - Consumer Edge Research Trevor Sahr - William Blair & Company Todd Brooks - The Benchmark Company Operator Welcome to the J&J Snack Foods Fiscal Third Quarter 2022 Earnings Conference Call. M ...
J & J Snack Foods(JJSF) - 2022 Q3 - Quarterly Report
2022-08-04 20:31
Part I. Financial Information [Item 1. Consolidated Financial Statements](index=4&type=section&id=Item%20l.%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents the unaudited consolidated financial statements for the three and nine months ended June 25, 2022, including balance sheets, statements of earnings, comprehensive income, changes in stockholders' equity, and cash flows, along with detailed notes explaining significant accounting policies and events, such as the acquisition of Dippin' Dots [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=4&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) The balance sheet as of June 25, 2022, shows total assets of **$1.29 billion**, an increase from **$1.12 billion** at September 25, 2021, primarily driven by the Dippin' Dots acquisition, which also increased goodwill and other intangible assets, while total liabilities rose mainly due to **$125 million** in long-term debt to finance the acquisition | Balance Sheet Items (in thousands) | June 25, 2022 | September 25, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Current Assets** | $523,739 | $584,769 | | **Property, plant and equipment, net** | $318,574 | $267,187 | | **Goodwill** | $188,467 | $121,833 | | **Other intangible assets, net** | $196,407 | $77,776 | | **Total Assets** | **$1,291,242** | **$1,122,219** | | **Total Current Liabilities** | $198,991 | $167,629 | | **Long-term debt** | $125,000 | $- | | **Total Stockholders' Equity** | $855,899 | $845,654 | | **Total Liabilities and Stockholders' Equity** | **$1,291,242** | **$1,122,219** | [Consolidated Statements of Earnings](index=6&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Earnings) For the third quarter ended June 25, 2022, net sales increased to **$380.2 million** from **$324.3 million** year-over-year, but net earnings declined significantly to **$15.6 million** from **$28.9 million**, with diluted EPS falling to **$0.81** from **$1.51**, driven by higher cost of goods sold and a sharp increase in operating expenses, particularly distribution costs | Metric (in thousands, except EPS) | Q3 2022 | Q3 2021 | 9 Months 2022 | 9 Months 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net Sales** | $380,227 | $324,344 | $980,230 | $821,519 | | **Gross Profit** | $109,076 | $96,174 | $253,799 | $207,195 | | **Operating Income** | $21,260 | $38,144 | $40,193 | $45,952 | | **Net Earnings** | $15,563 | $28,893 | $29,925 | $36,732 | | **Diluted EPS** | $0.81 | $1.51 | $1.56 | $1.92 | [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=10&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) For the nine months ended June 25, 2022, net cash used in operating activities was **$29.6 million**, a significant decrease from the **$73.6 million** provided in the prior year, primarily due to increases in accounts receivable and inventories, while net cash used in investing activities was **$272.9 million**, dominated by the **$221.3 million** payment for acquisitions, and financing activities provided **$100.5 million**, largely from **$125 million** in new borrowings | Cash Flow Activity (in thousands) | Nine Months Ended June 25, 2022 | Nine Months Ended June 26, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Net cash (used in) provided by operating activities** | $(29,647) | $73,568 | | **Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities** | $(272,859) | $21,856 | | **Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities** | $100,494 | $(15,589) | | **Net (decrease) increase in cash and cash equivalents** | $(201,909) | $80,459 | | **Cash and cash equivalents at end of period** | $81,283 | $276,268 | [Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements](index=11&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20the%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) The notes provide crucial details on the company's financial statements, including the acquisition of Dippin' Dots for approximately **$223.6 million**, segment performance data showing strong sales growth across all divisions but profit pressure in Food Service and Retail, and details on a new **$125 million** long-term debt facility used to fund the acquisition - On June 21, 2022, the company completed the acquisition of Dippin' Dots for a purchase price of approximately **$223.6 million** in cash. The acquisition is reported as part of the Food Service segment[25](index=25&type=chunk)[27](index=27&type=chunk) - The preliminary purchase price allocation for the Dippin' Dots acquisition includes **$66.6 million** in goodwill and **$120.4 million** in intangible assets[31](index=31&type=chunk)[32](index=32&type=chunk) - The company amended its credit agreement, increasing available borrowings by **$175 million**. As of June 25, 2022, **$125 million** was outstanding under the facility to fund the acquisition[73](index=73&type=chunk)[74](index=74&type=chunk) | Segment Operating Income (in thousands) | Q3 2022 | Q3 2021 | 9 Months 2022 | 9 Months 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Food Service | $2,640 | $17,644 | $12,177 | $29,879 | | Retail Supermarket | $2,341 | $9,080 | $8,416 | $20,167 | | Frozen Beverages | $16,279 | $11,420 | $19,600 | $(4,094) | [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=35&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses the company's financial results, highlighting a **17%** increase in net sales for the third quarter, driven by recovery in the food service and frozen beverage segments, but profitability was significantly impacted by cost inflation in raw materials, packaging, fuel, and higher distribution expenses, with the recent acquisition of Dippin' Dots funded by drawing **$125 million** from an expanded credit facility [Liquidity and Capital Resources](index=35&type=section&id=Liquidity%20and%20Capital%20Resources) The company's liquidity is sourced from cash, investments, and operating cash flow, supplemented by a credit facility that was amended in June 2022 to increase available borrowings by **$175 million**, from which the company drew **$125 million** to fund the Dippin' Dots acquisition, and a quarterly cash dividend of **$0.633 per share** was declared - The company amended its credit agreement on June 21, 2022, increasing available borrowings by **$175 million**[115](index=115&type=chunk) - As of June 25, 2022, **$125 million** was outstanding under the amended credit agreement, classified as long-term debt[116](index=116&type=chunk) - A quarterly cash dividend of **$0.633 per share** was declared, payable on July 11, 2022[110](index=110&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=37&type=section&id=RESULTS%20OF%20OPERATIONS) Net sales grew **17%** in Q3 and **19%** in the first nine months of FY2022, with all segments reporting sales growth, and Frozen Beverages showing the strongest recovery, however, consolidated operating income fell **44%** in Q3 due to significant margin pressure from inflation in raw materials and packaging, as well as sharply higher distribution costs and M&A expenses - Food Service sales increased **16%** in Q3, but operating income decreased by **85%** due to significant increases in ingredients, production, and distribution costs[120](index=120&type=chunk)[123](index=123&type=chunk) - Retail Supermarkets sales increased **13%** in Q3, while operating income decreased by **74%**, primarily due to higher cost of goods sold and shipping costs[125](index=125&type=chunk)[127](index=127&type=chunk) - Frozen Beverages sales increased **23%** in Q3, with operating income rising to **$16.3 million** from **$11.4 million** YoY, driven by strong demand and operating leverage[128](index=128&type=chunk)[129](index=129&type=chunk) - Consolidated gross profit margin decreased to **28.7%** in Q3 from **29.7%** YoY due to inflation. Operating expenses as a percentage of sales increased from **17.9%** to **23.1%**, driven by higher distribution costs and **$3.1 million** in M&A expenses[131](index=131&type=chunk)[132](index=132&type=chunk)[133](index=133&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=40&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company reports that there has been no material change in its assessment of sensitivity to market risk since the disclosures made in its 2021 annual report on Form 10-K - There has been no material change in the Company's assessment of its sensitivity to market risk since its 2021 annual report on Form 10-K[139](index=139&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=40&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) The company's CEO and CFO concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of June 25, 2022, and the assessment of internal control over financial reporting excluded the recently acquired Dippin' Dots business, an omission permitted by SEC guidance for up to one year post-acquisition - The CEO and CFO concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures are effective as of the end of the period[139](index=139&type=chunk) - The company excluded the recently acquired Dippin' Dots from its interim evaluation of internal controls over financial reporting, as permitted by SEC guidance[140](index=140&type=chunk) Part II. Other Information [Item 6. Exhibits](index=41&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists the exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, which include CEO and CFO certifications as required by the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, and financial statements formatted in inline XBRL - The report includes certifications from the CEO and CFO pursuant to Sections 302 and 906 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002[143](index=143&type=chunk)[144](index=144&type=chunk) - Financial information is provided in inline XBRL (eXtensible Business Reporting Language) format as required[145](index=145&type=chunk)
J & J Snack Foods(JJSF) - 2022 Q2 - Quarterly Report
2022-05-05 19:31
UNITED STATES SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION Washington, D.C. 20549 FORM 10-Q (Mark One) ☒ Quarterly Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 For the period ended March 26, 2022 or ☐ Transition Report Pursuant to Section 13 or 15(d) of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934 Commission File Number: 0-14616 J&J SNACK FOODS CORP. (Exact name of registrant as specified in its charter) New Jersey 22-1935537 (State or other jurisdiction of (I.R.S. Employer incorporation or or ...
J & J Snack Foods(JJSF) - 2022 Q2 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-05-03 18:19
J & J Snack Foods Corp. (NASDAQ:JJSF) Q2 2022 Earnings Conference Call May 3, 2022 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Norberto Aja - IR Daniel Fachner - CEO Ken Plunk - CFO Conference Call Participants Ryan Bell - Consumer Edge Research Rob Dickerson - Jefferies Todd Brooks - CL King & Associates Disclaimer*: This transcript is designed to be used alongside the freely available audio recording on this page. Timestamps within the transcript are designed to help you navigate the audio should the corresponding t ...
J & J Snack Foods(JJSF) - 2022 Q1 - Quarterly Report
2022-02-02 21:31
Part I [Item 1. Consolidated Financial Statements](index=4&type=section&id=Item%201.%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section presents the unaudited consolidated financial statements for J&J Snack Foods Corp. for the quarter ended December 25, 2021, including balance sheets, statements of earnings, comprehensive income, changes in stockholders' equity, and cash flows [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=4&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) The company's total assets slightly decreased to $1.11 billion as of December 25, 2021, primarily due to reduced cash and equivalents, while inventories increased Consolidated Balance Sheet Highlights (in thousands) | Account | Dec 25, 2021 (unaudited) | Sep 25, 2021 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Total Current Assets** | $576,046 | $584,769 | | Cash and cash equivalents | $268,460 | $283,192 | | Inventories | $132,724 | $123,160 | | **Total Assets** | **$1,111,906** | **$1,122,219** | | **Total Current Liabilities** | $158,098 | $167,629 | | **Total Liabilities** | $265,883 | $276,565 | | **Total Stockholders' Equity** | $845,998 | $845,654 | [Consolidated Statements of Earnings](index=6&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Earnings) For the three months ended December 25, 2021, net sales grew 32.2% to $318.5 million, and net earnings increased dramatically to $11.1 million Q1 FY2022 vs Q1 FY2021 Earnings (in thousands, except per share data) | Metric | Q1 FY2022 (ended Dec 25, 2021) | Q1 FY2021 (ended Dec 26, 2020) | Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Sales | $318,490 | $240,997 | +32.2% | | Gross Profit | $79,375 | $50,125 | +58.4% | | Operating Income | $14,845 | $578 | +2,468% | | Net Earnings | $11,091 | $1,778 | +523.8% | | Diluted EPS | $0.58 | $0.09 | +544.4% | [Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows](index=9&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Statements%20of%20Cash%20Flows) Net cash provided by operating activities decreased to $5.5 million, resulting in a net decrease in cash and cash equivalents of $14.7 million for the quarter Cash Flow Summary (in thousands) | Cash Flow Activity | Three months ended Dec 25, 2021 | Three months ended Dec 26, 2020 | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net cash provided by operating activities | $5,454 | $21,304 | | Net cash (used in) provided by investing activities | ($8,669) | $17,367 | | Net cash used in financing activities | ($11,448) | ($6,572) | | **Net (decrease) increase in cash** | **($14,732)** | **$32,526** | | **Cash at end of period** | **$268,460** | **$228,335** | [Notes to the Consolidated Financial Statements](index=10&type=section&id=Notes%20to%20the%20Consolidated%20Financial%20Statements) This section details the company's accounting policies and financial data, covering revenue recognition, segment reporting, goodwill, and tax rates - The company's three reportable segments are Food Service, Retail Supermarkets, and Frozen Beverages Segment Sales and Operating Income (in thousands) | Segment | Sales (Q1 2022) | Sales (Q1 2021) | % Change | Operating Income (Q1 2022) | Operating Income (Q1 2021) | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Food Service | $211,732 | $160,425 | +32.0% | $9,001 | $6,180 | | Retail Supermarket | $42,695 | $39,094 | +9.2% | $4,984 | $4,723 | | Frozen Beverages | $64,063 | $41,478 | +54.4% | $860 | ($10,325) | - Goodwill remained unchanged at **$121.8 million** as of December 25, 2021, allocated across Food Service (**$61.2 million**), Frozen Beverages (**$56.5 million**), and Retail Supermarket (**$4.1 million**) segments[60](index=60&type=chunk) - The company's effective tax rate for the quarter was **27%**, compared to **8%** in the prior year's quarter, which had benefited from a significant tax benefit related to share-based compensation[48](index=48&type=chunk) [Item 2. Management's Discussion and Analysis of Financial Condition and Results of Operations](index=28&type=section&id=Item%202.%20Management%27s%20Discussion%20and%20Analysis%20of%20Financial%20Condition%20and%20Results%20of%20Operations) Management discusses the first quarter fiscal 2022 financial results, highlighting a 32% increase in net sales and a 2,468% increase in operating income, driven by segment recovery Overall Performance Summary (Q1 FY2022) | Metric | Amount (in thousands) | YoY Change | | :--- | :--- | :--- | | Net Sales | $318,490 | +32% | | Operating Income | $14,845 | +2,468% | - The company declared a quarterly cash dividend of **$0.633 per share** and has **318,858 shares** remaining to be purchased under its current stock repurchase authorization[76](index=76&type=chunk) - The company maintains a **$50 million** revolving credit facility, which was undrawn as of December 25, 2021[78](index=78&type=chunk) [Results of Operations](index=28&type=section&id=Results%20of%20Operations) The company's strong quarterly performance was broad-based, with Food Service sales growing 32%, Retail Supermarket sales rising 9%, and Frozen Beverages sales surging 54% - **Food Service:** Sales increased **32%** to **$211.7 million**, driven by the reopening of venues like theaters, sports arenas, and amusement parks[81](index=81&type=chunk) - **Retail Supermarkets:** Sales grew **9%** to **$42.7 million**, led by a **17%** increase in soft pretzel sales and a **16%** increase in frozen novelties[85](index=85&type=chunk) - **Frozen Beverages:** Sales surged **54%** to **$64.1 million**, with beverage-related sales up **113%** and the segment reporting operating income of **$0.9 million**[87](index=87&type=chunk)[88](index=88&type=chunk) - Consolidated gross profit margin improved to **24.9%** from **20.8%** in the prior year, attributed to higher sales volume, favorable product mix, and corresponding margin efficiencies[89](index=89&type=chunk) [Item 3. Quantitative and Qualitative Disclosures About Market Risk](index=30&type=section&id=Item%203.%20Quantitative%20and%20Qualitative%20Disclosures%20About%20Market%20Risk) The company reports no material change in its assessment of sensitivity to market risk since its 2021 Annual Report on Form 10-K - There has been no material change in the Company's assessment of its sensitivity to market risk since its 2021 annual report on Form 10-K[94](index=94&type=chunk) [Item 4. Controls and Procedures](index=30&type=section&id=Item%204.%20Controls%20and%20Procedures) The CEO and CFO concluded that disclosure controls and procedures were effective, with no material changes in internal control over financial reporting - The CEO and CFO concluded that the company's disclosure controls and procedures were effective as of the end of the period[95](index=95&type=chunk) - No changes in internal control over financial reporting occurred during the quarter that materially affected, or are reasonably likely to materially affect, these controls[96](index=96&type=chunk) Part II. Other Information [Item 6. Exhibits](index=31&type=section&id=Item%206.%20Exhibits) This section lists the exhibits filed with the Form 10-Q, including the credit agreement, Sarbanes-Oxley certifications, and XBRL financial data - The exhibits filed with this report include the Second Amended and Restated Credit Agreement, CEO/CFO certifications (Sections 302 and 906 of Sarbanes-Oxley Act), and financial statements formatted in inline XBRL[98](index=98&type=chunk)
J & J Snack Foods(JJSF) - 2022 Q1 - Earnings Call Transcript
2022-02-01 21:09
J & J Snack Foods Corp. (NASDAQ:JJSF) Q1 2022 Earnings Conference Call February 1, 2022 10:00 AM ET Company Participants Norberto Aja - Investor Relations Dan Fachner - Chief Executive Officer Ken Plunk - Chief Financial Officer Lynwood Mallard - Chief Marketing Officer Conference Call Participants Rob Dickerson - Jefferies Todd Brooks - CL King & Associates Ryan Bell - Consumer Edge Research Robert Costello - Asset Management Inc. Disclaimer*: This transcript is designed to be used alongside the freely ava ...
J & J Snack Foods(JJSF) - 2021 Q4 - Annual Report
2021-11-23 22:00
K.COI Y R S E 0 A A N N U A L R E P O R T 2 Traded Ticker "JJSF" on Nasdaq Selling in national and international markets foodservi frozen reta Three core business groups Preparing for future innovation and success Our growing portfolio of product include soft pretzels, frozen beverages, frozen juice treats and desserts, stuffed sandwiches, churros, fruit pies, funnel cakes, cookies and bakery goods, and other snack foods and drinks. Consumers can enjoy these tasty products in a variety of settings where peo ...