Executive Summary & Highlights [Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Highlights](index=1&type=section&id=Second%20Quarter%20Fiscal%202025%20Highlights) US Foods reported strong Q2 FY25 results, with significant growth in net sales, net income, and Adjusted EBITDA | Metric | Q2 FY25 Value | YoY Change | | :-------------------------------- | :------------ | :--------- | | Total case volume | +0.9% | | | Independent restaurant case volume | +2.7% | | | Net sales | $10.1 billion | +3.8% | | Gross profit | $1.8 billion | +4.2% | | Net income | $224 million | +13.1% | | Adjusted EBITDA | $548 million | +12.1% | | Diluted EPS | $0.96 | +20.0% | | Adjusted Diluted EPS | $1.19 | +28.0% | [CEO and CFO Commentary](index=1&type=section&id=CEO%20and%20CFO%20Commentary) CEO Dave Flitman highlighted strong execution, market share gains, and record Adjusted EBITDA. CFO Dirk Locascio emphasized consistent strategy and strong cash flow - CEO Dave Flitman noted strong Q2 performance, market share gains with independent restaurant, healthcare, and hospitality customers, leading to record **Adjusted EBITDA of $548 million** and a **40 basis point increase in Adjusted EBITDA margin to 5.4%**[2](index=2&type=chunk) - CFO Dirk Locascio highlighted consistent strategy execution, top-line growth, margin expansion, and **28% Adjusted EPS growth**, supported by accretive share buybacks and strong cash flow funding capital investments and shareholder returns[2](index=2&type=chunk) Second Quarter Fiscal Year 2025 Financial Results [Sales and Volume Performance](index=2&type=section&id=Sales%20and%20Volume%20Performance) Total case volume increased by 0.9% year-over-year, driven by growth in independent restaurant, healthcare, and hospitality segments, partially offset by a decrease in chain volume | Metric | Q2 FY25 Growth | | :-------------------------------- | :------------- | | Total case volume | +0.9% | | Independent restaurant case volume | +2.7% | | Healthcare volume | +4.9% | | Hospitality volume | +2.4% | | Chain volume | -4.0% | | Total organic case volume | +0.5% | | Organic independent restaurant case volume | +2.3% | | Net sales | +3.8% to $10.1 billion | | Food cost inflation | +2.5% | [Profitability Analysis](index=2&type=section&id=Profitability%20Analysis) Gross profit increased by 4.2% to $1.8 billion, primarily due to higher case volume and improved cost of goods sold and inventory management | Metric | Q2 FY25 Value | YoY Change | | :-------------------------------- | :------------ | :--------- | | Gross profit | $1.8 billion | +4.2% | | Gross profit as % of net sales | 17.6% | | | Adjusted Gross profit | $1.8 billion | +5.0% | | Adjusted Gross profit as % of net sales | 17.8% | | [Operating Expenses](index=2&type=section&id=Operating%20Expenses) Operating expenses increased by 3.8% to $1.4 billion, driven by higher case volume and increased distribution, selling, and administrative costs | Metric | Q2 FY25 Value | YoY Change | | :-------------------------------- | :------------ | :--------- | | Operating expenses | $1.4 billion | +3.8% | | Operating expenses as % of net sales | 13.9% | | | Adjusted Operating expenses | $1.2 billion | +2.6% | | Adjusted Operating expenses as % of net sales | 12.3% | | [Net Income and Adjusted EBITDA](index=2&type=section&id=Net%20Income%20and%20Adjusted%20EBITDA) Net income increased by 13.1% to $224 million, with Adjusted EBITDA growing 12.1% to $548 million, and margins improving | Metric | Q2 FY25 Value | YoY Change | | :-------------------------------- | :------------ | :--------- | | Net income | $224 million | +13.1% | | Net income margin | 2.2% | +18 bps | | Adjusted EBITDA | $548 million | +12.1% | | Adjusted EBITDA margin | 5.4% | +40 bps | | Diluted EPS | $0.96 | +20.0% | | Adjusted Diluted EPS | $1.19 | +28.0% | Cash Flow and Debt Management [Cash Flow Activities](index=2&type=section&id=Cash%20Flow%20Activities) Operating cash flow for the first six months of FY25 increased by $104 million to $725 million, driven by higher net income | Metric | 6 Months FY25 Value | YoY Change | | :-------------------------------- | :------------------ | :--------- | | Cash flow from operating activities | $725 million | +$104 million | | Cash capital expenditures | $161 million | +$5 million | [Debt and Leverage](index=2&type=section&id=Debt%20and%20Leverage) Net Debt stood at $4.8 billion at the end of Q2 FY25, with the Net Debt to Adjusted EBITDA ratio improving to 2.6x | Metric | Q2 FY25 Value | FY24 End Value | | :-------------------------------- | :------------ | :------------- | | Net Debt | $4.8 billion | $4.8 billion | | Net Debt to Adjusted EBITDA ratio | 2.6x | 2.8x | [Share Repurchase Program](index=2&type=section&id=Share%20Repurchase%20Program) The Board authorized a new $1 billion share repurchase program, with $250 million in shares repurchased during Q2 FY25 - Board authorized a new share repurchase program of up to **$1 billion** on May 7, 2025[9](index=9&type=chunk) - Repurchased **3.2 million shares for approximately $250 million** during Q2 FY25[9](index=9&type=chunk) Outlook for Fiscal Year 2025 [Updated Guidance](index=3&type=section&id=Updated%20Guidance) US Foods updated its FY25 guidance, maintaining Net Sales growth expectations while raising the lower end of the range for Adjusted EBITDA and Adjusted Diluted EPS growth | Metric | Previous FY25 Guidance | Updated FY25 Guidance | | :-------------------------------- | :--------------------- | :-------------------- | | Net Sales growth | 4% to 6% | 4% to 6% (unchanged) | | Adjusted EBITDA growth | 8% to 12% | 9.5% to 12% | | Adjusted Diluted EPS growth | 17% to 23% | 19.5% to 23% | Company Information [About US Foods](index=3&type=section&id=About%20US%20Foods) US Foods is a leading foodservice distributor serving approximately 250,000 customer locations with a broad food offering and business solutions - One of America's largest foodservice distributors, partnering with **approximately 250,000 customer locations**[11](index=11&type=chunk) - Operates **over 70 broadline locations and more than 90 cash and carry stores with 30,000 associates**[11](index=11&type=chunk) - Provides a broad and innovative food offering, comprehensive e-commerce, technology, and business solutions[11](index=11&type=chunk) Legal and Financial Disclosures [Forward-Looking Statements](index=4&type=section&id=Forward-Looking%20Statements) This section contains cautionary statements regarding forward-looking information, emphasizing that actual results may differ materially due to various risks and uncertainties - Statements about future performance are "forward-looking statements" subject to risks and uncertainties[13](index=13&type=chunk)[14](index=14&type=chunk) - Actual results could differ materially due to economic factors, cost inflation, competition, supply chain issues, regulatory changes, and other factors[13](index=13&type=chunk)[14](index=14&type=chunk) - The company does not undertake to update or revise any forward-looking statements, except as required by law[13](index=13&type=chunk)[14](index=14&type=chunk) [Non-GAAP Financial Measures Explanation](index=4&type=section&id=Non-GAAP%20Financial%20Measures%20Explanation) This section defines and explains the rationale for using various non-GAAP financial measures to assess core operating performance and liquidity - Non-GAAP measures (e.g., Adjusted EBITDA, Adjusted Diluted EPS) are used to provide supplemental information on operational performance and liquidity, excluding certain items not considered part of core operations[15](index=15&type=chunk)[17](index=17&type=chunk)[21](index=21&type=chunk)[22](index=22&type=chunk) - Management uses these metrics for evaluating performance, setting targets, measuring profitability, assessing financial discipline, and determining variable compensation[15](index=15&type=chunk)[17](index=17&type=chunk)[21](index=21&type=chunk)[22](index=22&type=chunk) - A reconciliation to the most comparable GAAP measures is provided, and definitions may differ from those used by other companies[15](index=15&type=chunk)[17](index=17&type=chunk)[21](index=21&type=chunk)[22](index=22&type=chunk) Consolidated Financial Statements [Consolidated Balance Sheets](index=6&type=section&id=Consolidated%20Balance%20Sheets) The consolidated balance sheets present the company's financial position as of June 28, 2025, and December 28, 2024, showing total assets, liabilities, and shareholders' equity | ($ in millions) | June 28, 2025 | December 28, 2024 | | :-------------------------------- | :-------------- | :---------------- | | **ASSETS** | | | | Total current assets | $4,155 | $3,974 | | Property and equipment—net | $2,562 | $2,398 | | Goodwill | $5,767 | $5,766 | | Other intangibles—net | $814 | $836 | |

Core Viewpoint - Wall Street anticipates a year-over-year increase in earnings for US Foods, driven by higher revenues, with a focus on how actual results compare to estimates impacting stock price [1][2]. Earnings Expectations - US Foods is expected to report quarterly earnings of $1.14 per share, reflecting a year-over-year increase of +22.6% [3]. - Revenues are projected to be $10.18 billion, representing a 4.9% increase from the previous year [3]. Estimate Revisions - The consensus EPS estimate has been revised 0.17% higher in the last 30 days, indicating a slight upward reassessment by analysts [4]. - The Most Accurate Estimate for US Foods aligns with the Zacks Consensus Estimate, resulting in an Earnings ESP of 0% [11]. Earnings Surprise Prediction - The Zacks Earnings ESP model suggests that a positive or negative reading indicates the likelihood of actual earnings deviating from consensus estimates, with a strong predictive power for positive readings [8][9]. - US Foods currently holds a Zacks Rank of 3, making it challenging to predict an earnings beat conclusively [11]. Historical Performance - In the last reported quarter, US Foods had an expected EPS of $0.69 but delivered $0.68, resulting in a surprise of -1.45% [12]. - Over the past four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates twice [13]. Industry Comparison - J&J Snack Foods, another player in the food industry, is expected to report an EPS of $1.74, indicating a year-over-year decline of -12.1% [17]. - J&J Snack Foods' revenues are expected to be $447.55 million, up 1.7% from the previous year, with a higher Most Accurate Estimate leading to an Earnings ESP of +0.87% [18].

Market Dynamics - US Foods Holding stock reached an all-time high following reports of a potential acquisition of Performance Food Group [1] - Performance Food Group's shares also surged to a record high [1]

Group 1 - Performance Food Group (PFGC.US) has attracted acquisition interest from US Foods Holding Corp (USFD.US), potentially creating a food distribution company with nearly $100 billion in total sales [1] - Following the acquisition news, Performance Food's stock rose nearly 8% in pre-market trading [1] - US Foods Holding Corp's stock has increased over 50% in the past 12 months, giving it a market capitalization of $18.6 billion, while Performance Food's market cap stands at $14.1 billion [1] Group 2 - US Foods provides food services to restaurants, hospitals, schools, and hotels, with revenue of $37.9 billion last year and approximately 30,000 employees across over 70 locations [1] - Performance Food operates in the US and Canada, covering three segments: Performance Foodservice, Vistar (candy and snack distributor), and Core-Mark (convenience store business) [2] - Any potential transaction between the two companies may face regulatory scrutiny, as seen in a previous failed acquisition attempt by Sysco in 2015 [2]

Summary of US Foods Conference Call Company Overview - **Company**: US Foods - **Industry**: Foodservice Distribution Key Points and Arguments Organizational Changes and Focus - CEO Dave Flippman emphasized the simplification of the company's agenda to improve execution and customer focus, which he inherited upon joining the company [4][5] - CFO Dirk Locascio highlighted the narrowing of focus and the establishment of a performance culture, which has led to improved financial results and safety metrics, with a 50% reduction in incident rates over the past few years [6] Consumer Environment - The foodservice industry has shown resilience through macroeconomic cycles, with US Foods experiencing only mid-single-digit volume declines during the Great Recession [8][9] - Despite ongoing inflationary pressures and declining foot traffic in restaurants for eight consecutive quarters, there are signs of recovery, with foot traffic improving slightly in recent months [9][10] Financial Targets and Confidence - US Foods has set long-term targets of 5% sales growth, 10% EBITDA growth, and 20% EPS growth, with high confidence in achieving these despite industry challenges [11][12] - The company has successfully implemented self-help initiatives, allowing it to gain market share even in a down environment [12][14] Self-Help Initiatives - US Foods is committed to a $260 million investment over three years to improve gross profit, alongside a target of 3-5% fixed cost productivity to offset inflation [15][18] - The company has a strong focus on independent restaurants, which are the most profitable segment in the foodservice industry, and has gained market share for 16 consecutive quarters in this area [14][15] Market Share and Differentiation - US Foods utilizes granular market data to identify share gain opportunities and has built a strong sales force supported by product specialists and technology [22][24] - The Moxie e-commerce platform enhances customer engagement and operational efficiency, making it easier for customers to interact with US Foods [25][26] Private Label Strategy - The company has 22 private label brands and has seen a significant increase in penetration, reaching 35% overall and 53% for independent customers [46][47] - Private label products are positioned as high-quality and cost-effective, contributing to higher profitability for the company [47][48] Competitive Environment - The foodservice distribution market remains highly fragmented, with US Foods and its two largest competitors holding less than 40% market share [51] - The company focuses on hiring talent with diverse backgrounds, including culinary experience, to enhance its sales force [53][55] M&A Strategy - US Foods targets tuck-in acquisitions of well-run, family-owned businesses to increase local market density and operational efficiency [61][62] - The M&A market remains stable, with reasonable valuations and ongoing relationships with potential targets [63][64] Capital Allocation - The company prioritizes investing in business growth, maintaining leverage, pursuing tuck-in M&A, and returning capital to shareholders through share repurchases [66][67] - US Foods is excited about automation and plans to open a semi-automated facility to improve productivity and customer experience [69][71] Future Outlook - US Foods anticipates achieving the highest EBITDA and EBITDA margins in its history, with significant opportunities for margin expansion and continued self-help initiatives [94][95] - The company aims to be an earnings compounder, with a focus on sustainable growth beyond the next three years [102][104] Additional Important Insights - The Pronto program, which enables more frequent deliveries, has shown promising results with a 10-15% uplift in cases where implemented, contributing to growth potential [91][92] - The company has successfully reduced turnover and improved productivity through flexible scheduling, enhancing overall operational efficiency [81][82]

US Foods (USFD) FY Conference Summary Company Overview - US Foods is a foodservice distributor focused on independent restaurants, healthcare, and hospitality customers [1] Key Financials - The company forecasts nearly $40 billion in revenue for 2025 [2] - Achieved $230 million in COGS savings over the last three years and committed to an additional $260 million in the next three years [10][12] Strategic Initiatives Decentralization - US Foods has been decentralizing operations to enhance customer service and decision-making speed [4][6] - Local sales organizations now report to local presidents, improving responsiveness to market conditions [5] Cost Savings - Announced an additional $30 million in cost savings, building on $120 million achieved in the last 18 months [15][16] - Focus on indirect spend, targeting $60 million in savings by 2027 [18] Sales Force and Technology - The sales force consists of approximately 3,000 local sales reps generating $13 billion in independent sales [26] - Technology tools like Moxie enhance sales productivity by streamlining customer interactions [27][28] - The company plans low to mid-single-digit growth in sales rep headcount annually [29] Market Dynamics Healthcare and Hospitality - US Foods holds over 20% market share in healthcare, positioning itself as an industry leader [58][61] - The healthcare segment is expected to continue growing, driven by technology and service model advantages [63][66] - Hospitality growth is anticipated despite tourism fluctuations, with a 3.5% growth reported [79] Competitive Landscape - The company faces competition from both large and regional players but maintains a strong moat through technology and established relationships [65][66] Product Strategy - Focus on private label products, which are more profitable and have higher penetration in independent and healthcare markets [73][75] - The Pronto service model has shown a 10% to 15% uplift in volume, indicating strong demand for targeted services [91] Future Outlook - US Foods is committed to maintaining its growth strategy despite macroeconomic challenges, emphasizing market share gains in profitable customer segments [36][66] - The company is optimistic about its ability to deliver continued EPS growth, having achieved 26% growth in a challenging quarter [102] Additional Insights - The company is exploring automation in distribution centers to improve efficiency and customer experience [81][84] - The cash and carry business is under review, with no immediate plans for divestiture despite previous considerations [97][99] Conclusion - US Foods is positioned for long-term growth with a focus on execution, technology integration, and market share expansion across its core customer segments [102]

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Market Overview - U.S. stocks experienced an upward trend, with the Nasdaq Composite increasing by over 300 points on Thursday [1] - The Dow Jones rose by 1.50% to 41,729.20, while the NASDAQ gained 1.91% to 18,076.43, and the S&P 500 increased by 1.44% to 5,712.61 [1] - Energy shares saw a rise of 1.2%, while health care stocks fell by 0.9% [1] Company Earnings - US Foods Holding Corp. reported weaker-than-expected earnings for Q1, with earnings of 68 cents per share, missing the consensus estimate of 69 cents [2] - Quarterly sales for US Foods were $9.35 billion, also below the analyst consensus estimate of $9.38 billion [2] Commodity Market - Oil prices increased by 2.4% to $59.48, while gold prices decreased by 1% to $3,357.70 [4] - Silver prices rose by 0.1% to $32.825, and copper prices fell by 0.5% to $4.6385 [4] Asian and European Markets - European shares were mostly higher, with the eurozone's STOXX 600 gaining 0.37% [5] - Asian markets closed mixed, with Japan's Nikkei gaining 0.41% and India's BSE Sensex falling by 0.51% [6] Notable Stock Movements - SunOpta Inc. shares surged by 30% to $5.91 after reporting better-than-expected Q1 results and raising FY25 sales guidance [8] - Sezzle Inc. shares increased by 44% to $76.07 following strong Q1 results and an upward revision of FY25 guidance [8] - Solidion Technology Inc. shares rose by 37% to $0.13 after presenting new technology for lithium-ion facilities [8] - Argenx SE shares dropped by 15% to $531.86 after disappointing Q1 results [8] - Vor Biopharma Inc. shares plummeted by 68% to $0.1725 after announcing exploration of strategic alternatives [8] - ADMA Biologics Inc. shares fell by 19% to $19.09 following underwhelming quarterly results [8]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the first quarter, net sales increased by 4.5% to $9.4 billion, driven by case volume growth of 1.1% and food cost inflation and mix impact of 3.4% [32] - Adjusted EBITDA grew by 9.3% to $389 million, with adjusted EBITDA margin increasing by 18 basis points to 4.2% [33][34] - Adjusted diluted EPS increased by 26% to $0.68, reflecting strong earnings growth and accretive share repurchases [34][40] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Independent restaurant volume grew by 2.5%, while healthcare growth remained strong at 6.1% and hospitality accelerated to 3.6% [32][33] - Chain restaurant volume declined by 4.3%, consistent with broader industry trends [33] - Total adjusted gross profit grew by 5% to $1.6 billion, driven by volume growth and increased private label penetration [23] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Total volume increased by 1.1%, with independent restaurant case growth impacted by severe weather [10] - Foot traffic in the broader industry was down 3% for the first quarter, with a low in February down approximately 6% [11] - The company expects independent case growth to be in the range of 2% to 5% for the full year [40] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on four strategic pillars: culture, service, growth, and profit, with ongoing initiatives to improve safety, delivery efficiency, and market share [16][19][21][23] - A new $1 billion share repurchase program was authorized, building on previous buybacks [8] - The company plans to retain and improve the ChefStor business despite exploring strategic alternatives [9] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving fiscal year 2025 guidance despite a challenging macro environment, expecting adjusted EBITDA growth of 8% to 12% and adjusted diluted EPS growth of 17% to 23% [40] - The company is monitoring the tariff environment and its potential impact, noting that imported products account for a small portion of their business [12][13] - Management highlighted the resilience of the foodservice distribution industry and the company's ability to adjust to macroeconomic conditions [14][15] Other Important Information - The company reported a significant improvement in associate retention, with annualized selector turnover improving by approximately 20 percentage points [26] - The corporate credit rating was upgraded to BB+ by S&P, reflecting improvements in financial performance [39] Q&A Session Summary Question: What does the EBITDA growth say about the self-help momentum of the business? - Management expressed confidence in maintaining guidance, attributing EBITDA growth to strong execution of self-help initiatives and a differentiated business model [46][48] Question: Have any expense-saving measures been initiated? - Management confirmed that $30 million in expense savings is incremental to previous actions, focusing on pushing resources back into the field [55][56] Question: What are the trends in chains and healthcare? - Management noted that chain business is being optimized while healthcare continues to show strong growth, with expectations for continued share gains [88][90] Question: How is the competitive environment evolving? - Management indicated no significant changes in competition, with smaller regional competitors driving much of the competitive intensity [71][72] Question: What are the current trends in independent case growth? - Management reported that independent case growth is currently at the lower end of the 2% to 5% range but expects improvement as new account generation ramps up [66][68]

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - In the first quarter, adjusted EBITDA grew more than 9% and adjusted diluted EPS increased 26% compared to the same period last year [7][33] - First quarter net sales increased 4.5% to $9.4 billion, driven by case volume growth of 1.1% and food cost inflation and mix impact of 3.4% [33] - Adjusted EBITDA margin increased by 18 basis points to 4.2% [34] - Adjusted gross profit grew 5% to $1.6 billion, driven by volume growth, improved cost of goods savings, and increased private label penetration [24] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Independent restaurant case growth was 2.5%, while healthcare and hospitality grew 6.1% and 3.6% respectively [9][33] - Chain restaurant volume declined 4.3%, aligning with industry foot traffic trends [33] - Total volume increased 1.1%, with independent case growth accelerating from February to March [12] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - The broader industry faced headwinds with foot traffic down 3% for the first quarter, hitting a low in February but improving in March [11] - The company operates in a $270 billion addressable market, with food away from home continuing to grow steadily [13] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company is focused on four strategic pillars: culture, service, growth, and profit [16] - A new $1 billion share repurchase program was authorized, building on previous buybacks [7] - The company plans to retain and improve the ChefStor business despite exploring strategic alternatives [8] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management expressed confidence in achieving fiscal year 2025 guidance despite a challenging macro environment [41] - The company is monitoring the tariff environment and sourcing alternative products where necessary [12] - Management highlighted the resilience of the business model and the ability to adjust to macroeconomic conditions [15] Other Important Information - The company reported a significant improvement in associate retention, with selector turnover improving by approximately 20 percentage points [26] - The corporate credit rating was upgraded to BB+ by S&P based on financial performance improvements [40] Q&A Session Summary Question: What does the EBITDA growth say about the company's self-help momentum? - Management expressed confidence in maintaining guidance, attributing success to strong strategy execution and self-help initiatives [48] Question: What is the current status of independent case growth? - Management noted good strength in independent case growth, with expectations for continued improvement [51] Question: Have any expense-saving measures been initiated? - Management confirmed that $30 million in expense savings is incremental to previous plans, focusing on field resources [58] Question: How is the competitive environment evolving? - Management indicated no significant changes in competition, with a focus on gaining share in fragmented markets [74] Question: What are the trends in chain and healthcare business? - Management noted a decline in chain business but strong growth in healthcare, with expectations for continued share gains [92]