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JJSF

J&J Snack Foods Corp.

JJSF

J&J Snack Foods Corp. NASDAQ
$92.35 -0.10% (-0.09)

Market Cap $1.80 B
52w High $175.51
52w Low $80.67
Dividend Yield 3.14%
P/E 27.49
Volume 117.61K
Outstanding Shares 19.47M

Income Statement

Period Revenue Operating Expense Net Income Net Profit Margin Earnings Per Share EBITDA
Q4-2025 $410.243M $118.766M $11.381M 2.774% $0.59 $31.88M
Q3-2025 $454.293M $89.448M $44.247M 9.74% $2.27 $79.876M
Q2-2025 $356.099M $89.68M $4.824M 1.355% $0.25 $24.478M
Q1-2025 $362.598M $87.662M $5.143M 1.418% $0.26 $25.02M
Q4-2024 $426.756M $95.689M $29.641M 6.946% $1.52 $59.021M

Balance Statement

Period Cash & Short-term Total Assets Total Liabilities Total Equity
Q4-2025 $105.893M $1.382B $414.806M $966.695M
Q3-2025 $77.377M $1.414B $444.004M $969.925M
Q2-2025 $48.514M $1.358B $422.563M $935.034M
Q1-2025 $73.562M $1.347B $399.947M $946.84M
Q4-2024 $73.394M $1.365B $408.131M $956.97M

Cash Flow Statement

Period Net Income Cash From Operations Cash From Investing Cash From Financing Net Change Free Cash Flow
Q4-2025 $11.381M $66.429M $-21.621M $-17.054M $28.516M $44.82M
Q3-2025 $44.247M $51.225M $-10.522M $-15.047M $28.863M $28.491M
Q2-2025 $4.824M $12.31M $-18.974M $-18.758M $-25.048M $-7.155M
Q1-2025 $5.143M $35.162M $-18.934M $-13.848M $168K $16.097M
Q4-2024 $29.641M $46.32M $-14.765M $-20.212M $9.347M $29.122M

Revenue by Products

Product Q2-2016Q3-2016Q3-2025Q4-2025
Food Service
Food Service
$150.00M $170.00M $280.00M $720.00M
Frozen Beverages
Frozen Beverages
$50.00M $70.00M $110.00M $250.00M
Retail Supermarket
Retail Supermarket
$30.00M $40.00M $60.00M $150.00M

Five-Year Company Overview

Income Statement

Income Statement Revenue has grown steadily over the past few years, and profits have improved as the company has worked through earlier cost and inflation pressures. Margins are gradually recovering, suggesting better pricing, mix, or cost control, not just higher sales. Earnings per share have climbed meaningfully from earlier levels, showing that the underlying business is becoming more efficient and profitable, though profitability is still more solid than spectacular for a branded food company.


Balance Sheet

Balance Sheet The balance sheet looks generally conservative. Assets and shareholder equity have risen over time, showing reinvestment and growth. Debt has increased but remains modest relative to the size of the company and its equity base, indicating a manageable leverage profile. Cash levels are lower than a few years ago, likely reflecting acquisitions and capital projects, but not in a way that suggests financial strain at this stage. Overall, it appears to be a stable, moderately levered balance sheet.


Cash Flow

Cash Flow Cash generation from day‑to‑day operations has strengthened and become more consistent in recent years, which is a positive sign for the durability of the business. Free cash flow dipped into negative territory during a heavy investment year but has since recovered, indicating that the company is now seeing the benefits of its earlier spending on plants, equipment, and systems. Capital spending is still meaningful, so there is an ongoing trade‑off between funding growth projects and building cash reserves, but the core business now appears to support those investments with internally generated cash.


Competitive Edge

Competitive Edge J&J Snack Foods holds a strong niche position rather than trying to compete head‑on with the largest global food companies. Its portfolio of recognizable “fun food” brands—like SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, Luigi’s, Dippin’ Dots, and churros—gives it strong presence in venues such as theaters, stadiums, schools, and convenience stores as well as retail. A wide distribution network and the practice of placing equipment (like frozen beverage machines and warmers) with customers create stickiness and switching costs. The main risks are competition from much larger packaged food players, private label alternatives, and the company’s reliance on discretionary, out‑of‑home snacking demand that can soften in economic downturns.


Innovation and R&D

Innovation and R&D The company invests seriously in product development and operational technology for a business of its size. A sizable team of food scientists and a strong track record of launching new product lines show a culture of ongoing innovation. Operationally, investments in inventory and supply‑chain systems, plus proprietary freezing and packaging techniques, aim to boost efficiency and product quality. Project Apollo, the consolidation of production into fewer, more efficient plants, is a major change that could lift profitability if executed well but carries the usual execution and disruption risks. Looking ahead, a clear focus on “better‑for‑you” snacks, cleaner labels, and new flavors or formats (including for Dippin’ Dots and churros) suggests a healthy innovation pipeline, but also the need to continually keep up with shifting consumer tastes.


Summary

J&J Snack Foods is a focused snack company with well‑known niche brands, steady revenue growth, and improving profitability. Its financial position appears sound, with moderate leverage and growing cash generation supporting ongoing investments in plants, systems, and new products. The business benefits from a defensible position in categories like soft pretzels and frozen beverages, supported by strong brands, deep distribution reach, and embedded equipment at customer sites. Key opportunities lie in operational streamlining, expansion of recently acquired brands, and healthier, cleaner‑label offerings. Key risks include execution of its restructuring program, integration of acquisitions, cost inflation, and sensitivity to consumer traffic in out‑of‑home channels and discretionary snacking behavior.