Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. is a specialty grocery retailer headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona. The company operates over 400 stores across the United States, focusing on fresh, natural, and organic food products. Sprouts Farmers Market offers a unique shopping experience with an emphasis on wellness and lifestyle-friendly ingredients, catering to health enthusiasts and selective shoppers.
- Perishables - Offers a wide range of fresh produce, meat and meat alternatives, seafood, deli, bakery, floral, and dairy and dairy alternatives, placing fresh produce at the heart of the store.
- Non-Perishables - Provides grocery items, vitamins and supplements, bulk items, frozen foods, beer and wine, and natural health and body care products, supporting a healthy lifestyle with a curated assortment.
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| Name | Position | External Roles | Short Bio | |
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Jack L. Sinclair ExecutiveBoard | Chief Executive Officer |
| Over 30 years of grocery and retail experience. Former CEO of 99 Cents Only Stores and EVP of U.S. Grocery at Walmart. Joined SFM as CEO in June 2019. | View Report → |
Curtis Valentine Executive | Chief Financial Officer | None | Joined SFM in May 2015. Held various financial leadership roles, including SVP of Finance. Became CFO on January 1, 2024, succeeding Chip Molloy. Previously worked at PetSmart in financial management roles. |
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Given the intensifying competition and price investments in produce by other retailers, how does Sprouts plan to maintain its competitive edge in organic produce pricing without compromising margins, especially if aggressive pricing strategies become more widespread?
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With the delays in store openings due to external factors like hurricanes reducing your planned new stores from 35 to 33, how will you mitigate the impact of such delays on your growth objectives, and what contingency plans are in place to ensure you meet your long-term expansion goals?
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E-commerce sales have grown significantly, now representing 14.5% of total sales and contributing to higher e-commerce fees and SG&A pressure; how sustainable is this growth trajectory, and what strategies are you implementing to manage increased costs while maintaining profitability in your online channels?
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Considering the SG&A deleverage due to investments in initiatives like the loyalty program and higher incentive compensation, can you elaborate on when you expect these investments to generate substantial returns, and how you plan to control SG&A expenses if these returns take longer than anticipated?
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As you plan significant investments in new distribution centers in the Mid-Atlantic, Atlanta, and Northern California, how do you intend to balance these capital expenditures with shareholder returns, especially in light of your recent debt repayments and share repurchase activity?
Research analysts who have asked questions during Sprouts Farmers Market earnings calls.
Edward Kelly
Wells Fargo
6 questions for SFM
John Heinbockel
Guggenheim Partners
6 questions for SFM
Kelly Bania
BMO Capital Markets
6 questions for SFM
Leah Jordan
Goldman Sachs Group, Inc.
6 questions for SFM
Mark Carden
UBS
6 questions for SFM
Michael Montani
Evercore ISI
6 questions for SFM
Rupesh Parikh
Oppenheimer & Co. Inc.
6 questions for SFM
Scott Mushkin
R5 Capital
6 questions for SFM
Scott Marks
Jefferies
4 questions for SFM
Chuck Cerankosky
Northcoast Research
3 questions for SFM
Krisztina Katai
Deutsche Bank AG
3 questions for SFM
Robert Ohmes
Bank of America
3 questions for SFM
Kenneth Goldman
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
2 questions for SFM
Robbie Ohmes
Bank of America
2 questions for SFM
Robert Dickerson
Jefferies
2 questions for SFM
Seth Sigman
Cantor Fitzgerald
2 questions for SFM
Tom Palmer
JPMorgan Chase & Co.
2 questions for SFM
Charles Cerankosky
Northcoast Research
1 question for SFM
Jacob Aiken-Phillips
Melius Research
1 question for SFM
Kendall Toscano
Bank of America
1 question for SFM
William Kirk
ROTH MKM
1 question for SFM
Notable M&A activity and strategic investments in the past 3 years.
| Company | Year | Details |
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Ronald Cohn, Inc. | 2023 |
Recent press releases and 8-K filings for SFM.
- Sprouts Farmers Market delivered strong third quarter 2025 results, with total sales reaching $2.2 billion, an increase of 13% year-over-year, comparable store sales growing 5.9%, and diluted earnings per share (EPS) rising 34% to $1.22.
- For the full year 2025, the company updated its outlook, expecting total sales growth of approximately 14%, comparable store sales of approximately 7%, and diluted EPS between $5.24 and $5.28. Sprouts also plans to open 37 new stores in 2025, exceeding its original target.
- The company anticipates fourth quarter 2025 comparable store sales to be in the range of 0% to 2% and diluted EPS between $0.86 and $0.90, attributing the moderation to challenging year-over-year comparisons and a softening consumer backdrop.
- Strategic initiatives continue to drive growth, with e-commerce sales increasing 21%, the Sprouts Brand now representing over 25% of total sales, and the loyalty program fully launched nationally. The company also has a robust new store pipeline with 140 approved locations.
- Sprouts Farmers Market reported Q3 2025 diluted earnings per share of $1.22, a 34% increase year-over-year, on total sales of $2.2 billion, up 13%, and a 5.9% comparable store sales increase.
- The company updated its full-year 2025 guidance, expecting total sales growth of approximately 14%, comparable store sales of approximately 7%, and diluted EPS between $5.24 and $5.28.
- For Q4 2025, Sprouts anticipates comparable store sales to be in the range of 0% to 2% and diluted EPS between $0.86 and $0.90.
- Sprouts plans to open 37 new stores in 2025, exceeding its original target, and ended Q3 with 464 stores.
- The company returned $342 million to shareholders through share repurchases year-to-date and has $966 million remaining under its new $1 billion share repurchase authorization.
- Sprouts Farmers Market reported Q3 2025 total sales of $2.2 billion, a 13% increase year-over-year, with 5.9% comparable store sales growth and diluted earnings per share (EPS) up 34% to $1.22. Despite solid results, sales fell short of expectations due to moderating comparable sales against challenging prior-year comparisons and a softening consumer environment.
- The company updated its full-year 2025 guidance, expecting total sales growth of approximately 14%, comparable sales of approximately 7%, and diluted EPS between $5.24 and $5.28. For Q4 2025, comparable sales are projected to be in the range of 0% to 2% and EPS between $0.86 and $0.90.
- Sprouts opened nine new stores in Q3 2025, reaching 464 stores in total, and plans to open 37 new stores in 2025. Year-to-date, $577 million in operating cash flow was generated, and $342 million was returned to shareholders via repurchases, with $966 million remaining under a new $1 billion authorization.
- Strategic initiatives include 21% growth in e-commerce sales (15.5% of total sales), the Sprouts Brand representing over 25% of total sales, and the full launch of the Sprouts Rewards loyalty program.
- Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. reported net sales of $2.2 billion for the third quarter ended September 28, 2025, marking a 13% increase from the same period in 2024, with comparable store sales growth of 5.9% and diluted earnings per share of $1.22.
- For the full-year 2025, the company anticipates net sales growth of approximately 14%, comparable store sales growth of approximately 7.0%, and diluted earnings per share between $5.24 and $5.28.
- The company opened 9 new stores during Q3 2025, bringing the total to 464 stores across 24 states as of September 28, 2025, and expects to open a total of 37 new stores for the full year 2025.
- Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. ended Q3 2025 with $322 million in cash and cash equivalents and zero balance on its $600 million revolving credit facility. A new $1 billion share repurchase program was authorized, and $50 million was invested to repurchase 0.4 million shares during the quarter.
- Sprouts Farmers Market's Board of Directors authorized a new share repurchase program of $1 billion on August 13, 2025.
- This new authorization replaces a prior program that had approximately $143 million remaining.
- The share repurchase program does not have an expiration date and allows for discretionary purchases through various means, including open market purchases and Rule 10b5-1 trading plans.
- CFO Curtis Valentine stated that the program reflects the company's robust cash flow generation and commitment to delivering long-term value to investors.
- Strong performance and positioning: Sprouts emphasized its status as one of the largest natural organic grocers in the US, nearing 500 stores with a growth clip close to 10% and sustained same-store sales performance.
- Targeted customer strategy: The management detailed its focus on serving health enthusiasts and innovation seekers through attribute-based products, a revamped private brand strategy, and a unique loyalty program rollout aimed at personalizing the customer experience.
- Expansion and digital investments: Plans to expand in new geographic regions, including the Midwest and Northeast, coupled with significant investments in digital ordering platforms (e.g., partnerships with Instacart, DoorDash, and Uber Eats) and enhanced supply chain capabilities were key themes.
- Strong Q1 performance: Reported net sales of $2.2 billion with a 19% increase YoY, 11.7% comparable store sales growth, and diluted EPS of $1.81
- Expansion initiatives: Opened 3 new stores (bringing the total to 443 across 24 states) with plans to open at least 35 new stores in 2025
- Robust operating performance: Generated $299 million in operating cash flow, underscoring its strategic investments
- Share buyback: Repurchased 1.6 million shares for $219 million, reinforcing its strong financial position
- Forward guidance: Provided updates for Q2 and full-year 2025
- CEO Jack Sinclair emphasized Sprouts’ unique approach by focusing on a target customer base of health enthusiasts and innovation seekers, driving differentiated product innovation and digital marketing tailored to these consumers.
- The company leverages long-term, localized sourcing arrangements—especially for organic and specialty products like eggs and produce—to mitigate industry supply challenges and secure consistent inventory.
- Sprouts is expanding its omnichannel strategy through key partnerships with Instacart, DoorDash, and Uber Eats, which are contributing to higher basket sizes and supporting comparable margins to in-store sales.
- A new loyalty program, currently active in about 30 stores, is being gradually rolled out to all locations by year-end to boost customer engagement and increase its share of customer spending from around 13-14% to potentially 17-18%.