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Jul 04, 2021

Sprouts Q2 2021 Earnings Report

Sprouts Farmers Market reported results for the second quarter ended July 4, 2021.

Key Takeaways

Sprouts Farmers Market reported a decrease in net sales by 7% compared to the same period in 2020, with net sales of $1.5 billion. Comparable store sales decreased by 10.0%. Net income was $61 million, and diluted earnings per share was $0.52.

Net sales of $1.5 billion; a 7% decrease from the same period in 2020.

Comparable store sales growth of -10.0%.

Net income of $61 million; compared to net income of $67 million in the same period in 2020.

Diluted earnings per share of $0.52; compared to $0.57 diluted earnings per share in the same period in 2020.

Total Revenue
$1.52B
Previous year: $1.64B
-7.4%
EPS
$0.52
Previous year: $0.59
-11.9%
Comparable Store Sales Growth
-10%
Previous year: 9.1%
-209.9%
Gross Profit
$550M
Previous year: $613M
-10.3%
Cash and Equivalents
$221M
Previous year: $328M
-32.6%
Total Assets
$2.88B
Previous year: $2.96B
-2.9%

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Forward Guidance

The company has adjusted its fiscal 2021 outlook, reflecting year-to-date performance and expectations for the remainder of the year.

Positive Outlook

  • Unit growth: 13-20 new stores, subject to equipment delays

Challenges Ahead

  • 52-week to 52-week Net sales growth: Down low single digits
  • Comparable store sales growth: (5.0%) to (7.0%)
  • Adjusted EBIT: $305M to $325M
  • Adjusted diluted earnings per share: $1.90 to $2.02
  • Effective tax rate: Approximately 25%