SYSCO CORP SYY 68.76
Industrials · NYSE · Data as of 2026-10-01
SYSCO CORP (SYY) has delivered +5.5% annualized revenue growth, +8.6% earnings growth, and +4.7% dividend growth over 10 years of data. Ranked #298 of 1968 stocks overall and #69 of 442 in the Industrials sector by Steady Score.
About SYSCO CORP
Company Overview
Sysco distributes food and related supplies to restaurants and institutions. It delivers fresh and frozen foods, dry groceries, beverages, kitchen equipment and disposable products to independent restaurants, hotel chains, healthcare facilities, schools and other foodservice operators. A network of warehouses and delivery routes supports frequent orders, while specialty businesses supply produce, meat and other focused categories.
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Business Model & Revenue
Revenue comes from purchasing products from manufacturers and growers and reselling them to foodservice customers. Gross profit reflects volume, pricing, mix and procurement, while delivery density, warehouse productivity, fuel and labor determine operating costs. U.S. Foodservice is the largest segment, supplemented by international and specialty operations. Restaurant traffic, customer wins and menu inflation drive sales.
Key Facts & Market Position
Sysco's scale provides broad assortment and national coverage, but daily execution remains local because customers need reliable delivery and service. Independent restaurants value sales support and flexible order sizes, while national accounts negotiate centrally. Perishable inventory, food safety, driver availability and route efficiency are critical to a low-margin distribution model.