Submit comment or question
Note: All comments are displayed with user's screen name. If screen name is not present, user's full name will be used. Please go to My Account to update your screen name.
Comment Policy: Urner Barry has made the comment feature available to encourage further discussion of our news stories. Defamatory or offensive comments, or comments deemed not relevant to the story will be removed, and if necessary, Urner Barry may restrict the right of individual subscribers to offer comments. In all cases, comments represent opinions of the poster only, and do not represent fact, news, opinions or estimates put forward by Urner Barry.
Email Address is required. Password is required.
Sysco Announces CFO Transition Process
Sysco Corporation (NYSE:SYY) (“Sysco” or the “company”) today announced that Kenny Cheung, Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, will step down to accept an opportunity at a Fortune 10 company in a different industry. Effective March 6, 2026, Sysco has appointed Brandon Sewell, a long-serving and accomplished leader within Sysco’s finance organization, as Interim CFO. Cheung will remain with the Company until April 17, 2026, to ensure a smooth transition.
Sewell joined Sysco in 2014 and has held various management roles of increasing responsibility within Sysco’s finance organization, most recently serving as Senior Vice President and CFO...
Sysco Delivers Solid Q2 Performance, Driven by Volume Growth and Margin Expansion, Raises Outlook
Sysco Corp. reported solid financial results for the second quarter of fiscal year 2026, driven by improved volume performance, margin expansion, and continued execution of company-specific growth initiatives.
The company posted second-quarter sales of $20.8 billion, up 3.0% year-over-year (YOY). Gross profit increased 3.9% to $3.8 billion, with gross margin expanding 15 basis points to 18.3%, reflecting effective management of product cost inflation and strategic sourcing efficiencies. Operating income declined 2.8% to $692 million, while ...
Executives from Kroger, Publix, Sysco and Walmart Join GS1 US Board of Governors
The GS1 US Board of Governors has elected four industry leaders to join the GS1 US Board: Benjamin Hamilton, vice president, supply chain planning, Kroger; Brad Oliver, senior vice president of product business development, Publix Super Markets, Inc.; Greg Keller, senior vice president, national accounts, Sysco, SYGMA, and Guest Worldwide; and Greg Cathey, senior vice president, transformation and innovation, Walmart. Additionally, Brian Dick, president and CEO, Golden State Foods, has been appointed vice chairman.
These executives comprise a cross-industry Board of Governors...
Sysco Corporation Delivers Q3 Financial Results
Sysco Corporation released its financial results for the third quarter of its fiscal year, highlighting some growth despite a challenging operating environment. Unfavorable foreign exchange movements, disruptive weather events, wildfires, and softening consumer confidence have all impacted results for the period.
Total Sysco
Sysco Corporation reported a 1.1% increase in sales for the third quarter, despite a 2.0% decline in U.S. Foodservice volume. Gross profit edged down 0.8% to $3.6 billion, while operating income fell 5.7% to $681 million. Adjusted operating income declined 3.3% to $773...
FEATURED STORIES
ANALYSIS: Australia’s Q1 2026 Beef Exports Surge 17.4% YOY as Safeguard Race Intensifies
ANALYSIS: Turkey Production Shows 3.6% Year-to-Date Gain Despite Record Low January Harvest
ANALYSIS: Year-to-Date Broiler Production Continues to Skew Heavier Across Weight Classes
ANALYSIS: US Imports of Mexican Beef Trend Higher
ANALYSIS: Unusual Market Shift 2026 Select Cutout Trades Above Choice