Sprouts Q3 2021 Earnings Report
Key Takeaways
Sprouts Farmers Market reported a decrease in net sales by 4% but an increase in net income compared to the same period in 2020. Diluted earnings per share increased to $0.56 compared to $0.51 in the same period in 2020. The company opened three new stores and had one relocation during the quarter, resulting in a total of 366 stores in 23 states.
Net sales were $1.5 billion, a 4% decrease from the same period in 2020.
Comparable store sales growth was -5.4%.
Net income was $64 million, compared to $60 million for the same period in 2020.
Diluted earnings per share was $0.56, compared to $0.51 for the same period in 2020.
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Forward Guidance
Sprouts has adjusted its fiscal 2021 outlook and added a fourth quarter outlook, reflecting year-to-date performance and expectations for the remainder of the year.
Positive Outlook
- Net sales are expected to be $1,450M - $1,475M for the fourth quarter of 2021.
- Comparable store sales growth is expected to be between -3% and -5% for the fourth quarter of 2021.
- 9 new stores are expected to open in the fourth quarter of 2021.
- Effective tax rate is expected to be approximately 24%.
- Adjusted diluted earnings per share: $0.26 to $0.30