Utz Brands Inc Dossier
Outlook & Key Dates
Estimates, guidance, catalysts, and upcoming events
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5-Yr Fwd EPS Growth
2.4%projected annual EPS growth
Analyst Coverage
8analysts covering
FY Revenue (est.)
$1.5Bnext fiscal year
FY EPS (est.)
$0.78next fiscal year
Monitoring Framework
Key Performance Indicators
Branded Salty Snacks Organic Net Sales Growth Quarterly520.0%Target: Outpace the broader Salty Snacks category growth
Adjusted Gross Profit Margin Quarterly3,080.0%Target: Continued expansion driven by productivity programs
Net Leverage Ratio Quarterly3.6xTarget: 3.0x - 3.2x by fiscal year-end 2026
Adjusted EBITDA Margin Quarterly1,330.0%Target: 16.0% by fiscal year-end 2026
Watch Items
- Frito-Lay Competitive Pricing and Promotional ActivityTrigger: Aggressive price reductions or brand relaunches by the category leaderAction: Evaluate impact on Utz's volume/mix and determine if promotional adjustments or pricing concessions are required to defend market share.
- Input Cost Inflation (Potatoes, Oils, Packaging Resins)Trigger: Inflation exceeding the 4% productivity offset programAction: Implement further net price realization adjustments or accelerate supply chain automation initiatives.
- Westward Expansion Execution (California & Expansion Geographies)Trigger: Slower-than-expected distribution gains or high customer acquisition costs in new territoriesAction: Reallocate marketing spend and optimize Direct-Store-Delivery (DSD) routes to protect regional profitability.
Research as of 19 Jun 2026