Sprouts Farmers' Pullback Warranted Amid Headwinds, UBS Says

MT Newswires Live
Feb 19

Sprouts Farmers Market's (SFM) recent share pullback is warranted amid broader challenges impacting consumer health, UBS Securities said in a Wednesday note.

"We think Sprouts' recent re-rating is appropriate when considering headwinds," the report said.

Looking ahead to its Q4 results due Feb. 19, the report said tough compares, cost of living pressures, and a less favorable population growth set up likely to weigh on its performance.

According to the report, UBS sees 1.0% same-store sales growth in Q4, below market consensus, while its EPS estimate of $0.90 is slightly above the consensus of $0.89.

UBS cut its price target to $75 from $108 while keeping its neutral rating on lower valuation multiple.

Price: 67.16, Change: -0.40, Percent Change: -0.59

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