John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. announced increased net sales and net income for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2021. Net sales increased by 1.2% to $206.7 million, and net income increased by 20.3% to $12.3 million, or $1.07 per share diluted. The increases were driven by higher sales volume and gross profit margins.
Net sales increased 1.2% due to a 9.6% rise in sales volume, offset by a 7.6% decrease in the weighted average selling price.
Net income increased 20.3% to $12.3 million, with diluted EPS reaching a record $1.07.
Gross profit increased 14.9% due to lower commodity acquisition costs and increased sales volume.
Sales volume in the consumer distribution channel increased 2.5%, driven by private brand trail and snack mixes.
The company plans to make additional investments in consumer insights, consumer research and product innovation and development in fiscal 2022.
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