Zacks Investment Research·Sep 15, 2026
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The J. M. Smucker Company appears to be in the early stages of a successful portfolio transformation, with Q1 FY2027 revenue growth of 5.0% and a gross margin recovery to 44.1% suggesting the integration of Hostess and strength in core categories is gaining tr...
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Revenue growth has reaccelerated to 5.0% in Q1 FY2027, and gross margin has expanded significantly to 44.1% from a low of 22.5% a year prior, indicating the portfolio pivot is yielding tangible top-line and margin benefits.
The company announced a quarterly dividend of US$1.10 per share, demonstrating its commitment to returning capital to shareholders.
Recent quarterly results showed higher net sales of US$2,339.4 million, indicating potential revenue momentum.
With a forward P/E ratio of 10.99, the stock appears attractively priced relative to earnings potential.
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| Quarter | EPS (Act vs Est) | Revenue (Act vs Est) |
|---|---|---|
Q3 2026Latest Aug 26, 2026 | $3.24+45.9% vs $2.22 | $2.2B+4.1% vs $2.1B |
Q3 2026 Jun 9, 2026 | $2.77+4.9% vs $2.64 | $2.3B+0.5% vs $2.3B |
Q1 2026 Feb 26, 2026 | $2.38+4.8% vs $2.27 | $2.3B+0.7% vs $2.3B |
Q4 2025 Nov 25, 2025 | $2.10+0.0% vs $2.10 | $2.3B+0.4% vs $2.3B |
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California State Teachers Retirement System raised its position in shares of The J. M. Smucker Company (NYSE: SJM) by 10,950.6% in the second quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 13,894,200 shares of the company's stock after purchasing an additional 13,768,467
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Benchmark SJM against direct peers instead of judging its metrics in isolation.
Key metrics vs top competitors for The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM)
| Company | Price | Market Cap | P/E Ratio | Rev Growth (1Y) | Net Margin | ROE | Div Yield |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| $122.41 | $13.05B | -94.16 | 3.72% | -1.53% | -2.39% | 3.56% | |
| $14.78 | $7.07B | -3.70 | -2.85% | -0.39% | -0.51% | — | |
| $20.34 | $6.07B | 10.12 | 6.4% | 4.14% | 9.98% | — | |
| $49.09 | $13.2B | 16.75 | 1.73% | 22.05% | 24.41% | — | |
| $19.91 | $10.96B | 22.89 | 1.55% | 2.82% | 4.33% | — | |
| $24.43 | $1.46B | 47.90 | -2.26% | -7.25% | -19.15% | — |
The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM) vs competitors — business, growth, and fundamentals comparison against the closest industry rivals.
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The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM) SEC filings — annual & quarterly reports (10-K, 10-Q)
Aug 26, 2026·SEC
Aug 17, 2026·SEC
Jun 9, 2026·SEC
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The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM) stock FAQ — growth, dividends, profitability & financials explained
The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM) reported $9.16B in revenue for fiscal year 2026. This represents a 1588% increase from $542.6M in 1997.
The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM) grew revenue by 3.7% over the past year. Growth has been modest.
Yes, The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM) is profitable, generating $229.5M in net income for fiscal year 2026 (-1.5% net margin).
Yes, The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM) pays a dividend with a yield of 3.56%. This makes it attractive for income-focused investors.
The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM) has a return on equity (ROE) of -2.4%. Negative ROE indicates the company is unprofitable.
The J. M. Smucker Company (SJM) generated $1.59B in free cash flow for fiscal year 2026. Positive FCF indicates the company can fund dividends, buybacks, or reinvestment.
