Sysco Corporation (SYY) — Stock Score Summary

Sysco Corporation (SYY) has a MoatMap StockRank of 70/100 based on Quality (64/100), Value (40/100), and Momentum (50/100) factor scores. The current signal is BUY. Sysco is a dominant food distributor with scale advantages, but its low-margin distribution model is highly sensitive to diesel fuel costs and food price inflation. In an environment of persistent energy risk premiums, its massive logistics fleet faces structural cost headwinds that could compress margins.

Sysco Corporation is the world's largest foodservice distributor, supplying a comprehensive range of food products and related items, including kitchen equipment and disposables, to restaurants, healthcare facilities, schools, and hospitality businesses globally. The company's formidable competitive moat is built upon its unparalleled scale, extensive distribution network, and deep customer relationships, enabling efficient and reliable delivery of a vast product portfolio. Sysco's operational excellence and market dominance make it an indispensable partner across the entire foodservice industry.

Key Financial Metrics

Price$76.43
Market Cap$36.3B
P/E (TTM)20.65
P/E (Forward)15.01
Price/Book15.60
Return on Equity81.9%
Return on Invested Capital18.1%
Debt/Equity670.44
Gross Margin18.5%
Operating Margin3.7%
Revenue Growth4.7%
Dividend Yield3.0%
Free Cash Flow$1.9B

Sysco Corporation operates in the Food Distribution industry, part of the Consumer Defensive sector (United States).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Sysco Corporation’s (SYY) StockRank?
MoatMap’s StockRank for Sysco Corporation (SYY) is 70/100, with a Buy signal. It is a composite of Quality (64), Value (40), and Momentum (50) factor ranks across MoatMap’s 19,000+ stock universe.
Does Sysco Corporation have an economic moat?
Sysco Corporation (SYY) has a Quality factor score of 64/100. The Quality factor combines ROIC, Piotroski F-Score, and leverage — the financial fingerprints of a durable competitive advantage. A Quality score above 70 typically indicates a company with the characteristics of a moated business.
Is Sysco Corporation a buy, hold, or sell?
MoatMap’s current signal for Sysco Corporation (SYY) is Buy, based on a StockRank of 70/100. Signals are derived mechanically from the StockRank composite and should be one input among many — combine with your own thesis on management, competitive position, and valuation.
What sector is Sysco Corporation in?
Sysco Corporation (SYY) operates in the Consumer Defensive sector, specifically the Food Distribution industry (United States).