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Sprouts Farmers was upgraded to the Zacks Rank #1 list on April 4, 2025. The Zacks Rank is a unique stock-rating model that helps you take advantage of earnings estimate revision trends and provides a way to get into stocks highly sought after by institutional investors.
Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc., which operates in a highly fragmented grocery store industry, has a unique model that features fresh produce, foods section, and a vitamin department focused on overall wellness. Moreover, the company has been diversifying its offerings to meet changing preferences of consumers, who are looking for more health and wellness products. These products are generally plant-based, gluten-free, keto-friendly, and grass-fed. The company has been focusing on natural and organic food, which is one of the fastest growing segments in the industry.
Seven analysts revised their earnings estimate higher in the last 60 days for fiscal 2025, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.45 to $4.66 per share. SFM also boasts an average earnings surprise of 15.1%.
Earnings are expected to grow 24.3% for the current fiscal year, while revenue is projected to increase 11.9%.
Even more impressive, SFM has gained in value over the past four weeks, up 11% compared to the S&P 500's loss of 7.7%.
With a #1 (Strong Buy) ranking, positive trend in earnings estimate revisions, and strong market momentum, Sprouts Farmers could be just the stock to help your portfolio generate returns that could fund your retirement, your kids' college tuition, or your short- and long-term savings goals.
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