Is JJSF a good stock to buy right now?

Based on our 6-factor quantitative model, J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) receives a "Reduce" rating with a composite score of 39.6/100. It is ranked #2,549 out of 4,446 stocks. Key factor scores: Quality 49/100, Value 38/100, Momentum 25/100. The timing signal is "Neutral". This is quantitative analysis only — not investment advice.

What is the stock rating for JJSF?

J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) has a "Reduce" rating and 2-star score. The composite score of 39.6 ranks it #2,549 among 4,446 U.S. stocks. Ratings are updated weekly using academically-proven factor models.

What sector is JJSF in?

J&J SNACK FOODS CORP operates in the Consumer Staples sector (Food Products industry) with a market cap of $1.50 billion. It is classified as a small-cap stock.

Does JJSF pay a dividend?

Yes, JJSF pays a dividend with a current yield of 2.79%. The Consumer Staples sector average yield is 0.38%. For every $1,000 invested, you would receive approximately $27.90 in annual dividend income.

What is JJSF's P/E ratio?

JJSF has a trailing P/E ratio of 18.01x. The Consumer Staples sector average is 33.1x. This P/E is in a moderate range relative to the broader market.

How profitable is JJSF?

JJSF's quality factor score is 49/100. Gross margin: 30.4%. ROE: 9.4% vs sector average 7.7%. Margins are moderate to low, reflecting competitive market dynamics.

How is JJSF valued compared to peers?

JJSF's value factor score is 38/100 (higher = cheaper). Key multiples: P/E 18.0x, EV/EBITDA 13.2x. Trading at a premium relative to peers.

What is JJSF's debt level?

JJSF's debt-to-equity ratio is 44%. Sector average: 72%. Low leverage suggests conservative financial management.

JJSF has a beta of 0.12, meaning it is less volatile than the market. Stability score: 71/100.

Does JJSF have high short interest?

JJSF's short interest factor score is 24/100 (higher = less short selling). Elevated short interest may indicate bearish sentiment or short squeeze potential.

JJSF Stock Analysis: Top Small-Cap Reduce (Score 39.6/100) | Blank Capital Research

Data Series	1D	5D	1M	YTD	1Y	3Y	5Y	10Y
JJSF	+0.87%	+4.13%	-2.16%	-8.72%	-37.70%	-	-	-
Industry Proxy XLP	-1.29%	+0.59%	-3.91%	+6.04%	+3.81%	-	-	-
U.S. Market SPY	-0.07%	+3.60%	+0.34%	-0.36%	+29.52%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Market	+0.93%	+0.52%	-2.50%	-8.36%	-67.22%	-	-	-
Alpha vs Sector	+2.16%	+3.54%	+1.75%	-14.76%	-41.50%	-	-	-

Metric	JJSF	Benchmark
P/E Ratio	18.0x	-46%
EV/EBITDA	13.2x	+91%
Price / Book	1.7x

Stock Entity	Score▼	Quality	Value	Momentum	P/E Ratio	ROE	Gross Margin	Net Margin	Rev Growth	D/E Ratio	Market Cap	Compare
ITRN Ituran Location & Control Ltd.	60	48	82	70	19.6x	122.1%	47.8%	16.8%	-	0.0x	$1.0B	VS
SENEA Seneca Foods Corp	55	49	59	69	10.3x	14.4%	14.3%	6.7%	70.9%	39.0x	$1.1B	VS
JBSS SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC	54	50	57	61	12.8x	20.2%	19.3%	6.3%	14.0%	11.0x	$965M	VS
ARW ARROW ELECTRONICS, INC.	53	50	73	63	15.8x	7.2%	11.2%	1.6%	11.9%	337.0x	$7.5B	VS
SFD SMITHFIELD FOODS INC	53	50	72	57	13.8x	11.9%	19.9%	7.5%	7.3%	29.0x	$11.3B	VS
BG Bunge Global SA	53	50	54	69	24.9x	5.7%	5.4%	1.8%	67.3%	59.0x	$24.8B	VS
DAR DARLING INGREDIENTS INC.	53	50	55	71	142.7x	1.5%	24.1%	1.2%	13.3%	114.0x	$9.9B	VS
ADM Archer-Daniels-Midland Co	52	50	52	64	54.6x	2.8%	6.4%	0.8%	-8.4%	33.0x	$34.9B	VS
CTVA Corteva, Inc.	52	49	51	60	50.6x	4.7%	42.9%	0.2%	-57.2%	76.0x	$56.3B	VS
MO ALTRIA GROUP, INC.	51	50	67	51	13.6x	-	62.1%	33.8%	-2.2%	-990.0x	$109.5B	VS
JJSF J&J SNACK FOODS CORP	40	49	38	25	18.0x	9.5%	30.4%	4.9%	-4.4%	44.0x	$1.5B

Key Ratio	TTM	2026	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017
Gross Margin %	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%	0.2%	0.3%	0.3%	0.3%
Operating Margin %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
EBITDA Margin %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
Net Margin %	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
FCF Margin %	-	-	-	-	-	-	-	3.4%	7.6%	5.6%	4.9%
ROE %	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROA %	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.0%	0.0%	0.0%	0.1%	0.1%	0.1%
ROIC %	10.2%	0.1%	6.9%	9.7%	9.5%	5.7%	6.7%	2.2%	14.4%	13.5%	15.7%

Key Ratio

TTM

2026

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

Gross Margin %

0.3%

0.2%

0.3%

Operating Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

EBITDA Margin %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

Net Margin %

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

FCF Margin %

3.4%

7.6%

5.6%

4.9%

ROE %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

ROA %

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

0.0%

0.1%

ROIC %

10.2%

0.1%

6.9%

9.7%

9.5%

5.7%

6.7%

2.2%

14.4%

13.5%

15.7%

Line Item	TTM	2025	2024	2023	2022	2021	2020	2019	2018	2017	2016	2015
	$1.6B	$1.6B	$1.6B	$1.6B	$1.4B	$1.1B	$1.0B	$1.2B	$1.1B	$1.1B	$993M	$976M
	—	$1.1B	$1.1B	$1.1B	$1.0B	$846M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$490M	$470M	$486M	$470M	$370M	$299M	$238M	$350M	$336M	$331M	$304M	$301M
Gross Margin	30.4%	29.7%	30.9%	30.1%	26.8%	26.1%	23.3%	29.5%	29.5%	30.5%	30.7%	30.8%
	—	$1M	$1M	$1M	$700K	$619K	—	—	—	—	—	—
Depreciation	—	—	—	—	—	—	$53M	$49M	$47M	$44M	$41M	$38M
Total Operating Expenses	—	$386M	$369M	$360M	$308M	$228M	—	—	—	—	—	—
	$117M	$84M	$118M	$110M	$62M	$71M	$17M	$117M	$111M	$118M	$113M	$111M
EBIT	$117M	$84M	$118M	$110M	$62M	$71M	$17M	$117M	$111M	$118M	$113M	$111M
EBITDA	$117M	$84M	$118M	$110M	$62M	$71M	$70M	$166M	$158M	$162M	$154M	$149M
Operating Margin	6.7%	5.3%	7.5%	7.0%	4.5%	6.2%	1.7%	9.9%	9.7%	10.9%	11.4%	11.4%
EBITDA Margin	7.4%	5.3%	7.5%	7.0%	4.5%	6.2%	6.9%	14.0%	13.9%	14.9%	15.5%	15.3%
	—	$1M	—	—	—	—	—	-$2M	-$1M	$1M	$123K	$126K
	—	$86M	$119M	$108M	$62M	$74M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Income Tax Expense	—	$21M	$32M	$29M	$15M	$18M	$3M	$32M	$15M	$43M	$41M	$42M
	$86M	$66M	$87M	$79M	$47M	$56M	$18M	$95M	$104M	$79M	$76M	$70M
Net Margin	4.9%	4.1%	5.5%	5.1%	3.4%	4.9%	1.8%	8.0%	9.1%	7.3%	7.6%	7.2%
	$0.05	$3.37	$4.46	$4.10	$2.47	$2.92	$0.97	$5.04	$5.54	$4.23	$4.07	$3.76
Diluted EPS	$0.05	$3.36	$4.45	$4.08	$2.46	$2.91	$0.97	$5.04	$5.54	$4.23	$4.07	$3.76
Weighted Avg Basic	—	19M	19M	19M	19M	19M	—	—	—	—	—	—
Weighted Avg Diluted	—	20M	19M	19M	19M	19M	—	—	—	—	—	—

Line Item

TTM

2025

2024

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

2018

2017

2016

2015

$1.6B

$1.4B

$1.1B

$1.0B

$1.2B

$1.1B

$993M

$976M

—

$1.1B

$1.0B

$846M

—

$490M

$470M

$486M

$470M

$370M

$299M

$238M

$350M

$336M

$331M

$304M

$301M

Gross Margin

30.4%

29.7%

30.9%

30.1%

26.8%

26.1%

23.3%

29.5%

30.5%

30.7%

30.8%

—

$1M

$700K

$619K

—

Depreciation

—

$53M

$49M

$47M

$44M

$41M

$38M

Total Operating Expenses

—

$386M

$369M

$360M

$308M

$228M

—

$117M

$84M

$118M

$110M

$62M

$71M

$17M

$117M

$111M

$118M

$113M

$111M

EBIT

$117M

$84M

$118M

$110M

$62M

$71M

$17M

$117M

$111M

$118M

$113M

$111M

EBITDA

$117M

$84M

$118M

$110M

$62M

$71M

$70M

$166M

$158M

$162M

$154M

$149M

Operating Margin

6.7%

5.3%

7.5%

7.0%

4.5%

6.2%

1.7%

9.9%

9.7%

10.9%

11.4%

EBITDA Margin

7.4%

5.3%

7.5%

7.0%

4.5%

6.2%

6.9%

14.0%

13.9%

14.9%

15.5%

15.3%

—

$1M

—

-$2M

-$1M

$1M

$123K

$126K

—

$86M

$119M

$108M

$62M

$74M

—

Income Tax Expense

—

$21M

$32M

$29M

$15M

$18M

$3M

$32M

$15M

$43M

$41M

$42M

$86M

$66M

$87M

$79M

$47M

$56M

$18M

$95M

$104M

$79M

$76M

$70M

Net Margin

4.9%

4.1%

5.5%

5.1%

3.4%

4.9%

1.8%

8.0%

9.1%

7.3%

7.6%

7.2%

$0.05

$3.37

$4.46

$4.10

$2.47

$2.92

$0.97

$5.04

$5.54

$4.23

$4.07

$3.76

Diluted EPS

$0.05

$3.36

$4.45

$4.08

$2.46

$2.91

$0.97

$5.04

$5.54

$4.23

$4.07

$3.76

Weighted Avg Basic

—

19M

—

Weighted Avg Diluted

—

20M

19M

—

J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) Stock Analysis — April 2026 Rating, Price, and Forecast

Last updated: April 2026

Company Overview — What Does J&J SNACK FOODS CORP Do?

J&J Snack Foods Corp. manufactures, markets, and distributes nutritional snack foods and beverages to the food service and retail supermarket industries in the United States, Mexico, and Canada. It operates in three segments: Food Service, Retail Supermarkets, and Frozen Beverages. The company offers soft pretzels under the SUPERPRETZEL, PRETZEL FILLERS, PRETZELFILS, GOURMET TWISTS, MR. TWISTER, SOFT PRETZEL BITES, SOFTSTIX, SOFT PRETZEL BUNS, TEXAS TWIST, BAVARIAN BAKERY, SUPERPRETZEL BAVARIAN, NEW YORK PRETZEL, KIM & SCOTT'S GOURMET PRETZELS, SERIOUSLY TWISTED!, BRAUHAUS, AUNTIE ANNE'S, and LABRIOLA, as well as under the private labels. It also provides frozen novelty under the LUIGI'S, WHOLE FRUIT, PHILLY SWIRL, SOUR PATCH, ICEE, and MINUTE MAID brands; churros under the TIO PEPE'S and CALIFORNIA CHURROS brands; and handheld products under the SUPREME STUFFERS and SWEET STUFFERS brands. In addition, the company offers bakery products, including biscuits, fig and fruit bars, cookies, breads, rolls, crumbs, muffins, and donuts under the MRS. GOODCOOKIE, READI-BAKE, COUNTRY HOME, MARY B'S, DADDY RAY'S, and HILL & VALLEY brands, as well as under private labels; and frozen beverages under the ICEE, SLUSH PUPPIE, and PARROT ICE brands. Further, it provides funnel cakes under the FUNNEL CAKE FACTORY brand, as well as various other food products; and sells machines and machine parts to other food and beverage companies. The company sells its products through a network of food brokers, independent sales distributors, and direct sales force. It serves snack bars and food stand locations in chain, department and mass merchandising stores, malls and shopping centers, fast food and casual dining restaurants, stadiums and sports arenas, leisure and theme parks, convenience stores, movie theatres, warehouse club stores, schools, colleges and other institutions, and independent retailers. The company was incorporated in 1971 and is headquartered in Pennsauken, New Jersey. J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) is classified as a small-cap stock in the Consumer Staples sector, specifically within the Food Products industry. The company is led by CEO Daniel J. Fachner and employs approximately 5,000 people, headquartered in PENNSAUKEN, New Jersey. With a market capitalization of $1.5B, JJSF is one of the notable companies in the Consumer Staples sector.

J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) Stock Rating — Reduce (April 2026)

As of April 2026, J&J SNACK FOODS CORP receives a Reduce rating with a composite score of 39.6/100 and 2 out of 5 stars from the Blank Capital Research quantitative model.JJSF ranks #2,549 out of 4,446 stocks in our coverage universe. Within the Consumer Staples sector, J&J SNACK FOODS CORP ranks #103 of 180 stocks, placing it in the lower half of its Consumer Staples peers. The rating is generated by a multi-factor model that weighs quality (30%), momentum (25%), value (15%), investment (10%), stability (10%), and short interest (10%).

JJSF Stock Price and 52-Week Range

J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) currently trades at $82.49. The stock gained $0.71 (0.9%) in the most recent trading session. The 52-week high for JJSF is $142.69, which means the stock is currently trading -42.2% from its annual peak. The 52-week low is $75.41, putting the stock 9.4% above its annual trough. Recent trading volume was 144K shares, suggesting relatively thin trading activity.

Is JJSF Overvalued or Undervalued? — Valuation Analysis

J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) carries a value factor score of 38/100 in the Blank Capital model, signaling premium valuation that prices in significant future growth. The trailing price-to-earnings ratio is 18.01x, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 33.11x — a discount of 46%. The price-to-book ratio stands at 1.70x, versus the sector average of 1.74x. The price-to-sales ratio is 0.97x, compared to 0.35x for the average Consumer Staples stock. On an enterprise value basis, JJSF trades at 13.23x EV/EBITDA, versus 6.93x for the sector.

At current multiples, J&J SNACK FOODS CORP trades at a premium to most Consumer Staples peers. This elevated valuation may be justified if the company can sustain above-average growth rates and profitability, but it also creates downside risk if earnings disappoint expectations.

J&J SNACK FOODS CORP Profitability — ROE, Margins, and Quality Score

J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) earns a quality factor score of 49/100, signaling below-average profitability metrics relative to the broader market. The return on equity (ROE) is 9.4%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 7.7%, which is below typical expectations for high-quality companies. Return on assets (ROA) comes in at 6.6% versus the sector average of 3.1%.

On a margin basis, J&J SNACK FOODS CORP reports gross margins of 30.4%, compared to 26.2% for the sector. The operating margin is 6.7% (sector: 2.9%). Net profit margin stands at 4.9%, versus 1.6% for the average Consumer Staples stock. Revenue growth is running at -4.4% on a trailing basis, compared to 3.1% for the sector. Profitability is below benchmark levels, which may reflect industry headwinds, elevated reinvestment, or structural challenges.

JJSF Debt, Balance Sheet, and Financial Health

J&J SNACK FOODS CORP has a debt-to-equity ratio of 44.0%, compared to the Consumer Staples sector average of 72.0%. The low leverage indicates a conservative balance sheet with significant financial flexibility. The current ratio is 2.52x, indicating strong short-term liquidity.

JJSF has a beta of 0.12, meaning it is less volatile than the S&P 500, making it a relatively defensive holding. The stability factor score for J&J SNACK FOODS CORP is 71/100, indicating low-volatility characteristics and consistent price behavior that appeals to risk-averse investors.

J&J SNACK FOODS CORP Revenue and Earnings History — Quarterly Trend

In TTM 2026, J&J SNACK FOODS CORP reported revenue of $1.59B and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.05. Net income for the quarter was $86M. Gross margin was 30.4%. Operating income came in at $117M.

In Q1 2026, J&J SNACK FOODS CORP reported revenue of $344M and earnings per share (EPS) of $0.05. Net income for the quarter was $883,000. Gross margin was 27.9%. Operating income came in at $637,000.

In FY 2025, J&J SNACK FOODS CORP reported revenue of $1.58B and earnings per share (EPS) of $3.37. Net income for the quarter was $66M. Gross margin was 29.7%. Revenue grew 0.5% year-over-year compared to FY 2024. Operating income came in at $84M.

In Q3 2025, J&J SNACK FOODS CORP reported revenue of $454M and earnings per share (EPS) of $2.27. Net income for the quarter was $44M. Gross margin was 33.0%. Revenue grew 3.3% year-over-year compared to Q3 2024. Operating income came in at $61M.

Over the past 8 quarters, J&J SNACK FOODS CORP has demonstrated a growth trajectory, with revenue expanding from $360M to $1.59B. Investors analyzing JJSF stock should weigh these quarterly trends alongside the valuation and quality metrics discussed above.

JJSF Dividend Yield and Income Analysis

J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) currently pays a dividend yield of 2.8%. At this yield, a $10,000 investment in JJSF stock would generate approximately $$279.00 in annual dividend income. This compares to the Consumer Staples sector average dividend yield of 0.4%, meaning JJSF offers above-average income for its sector.

JJSF Momentum and Technical Analysis Profile

J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) has a momentum factor score of 25/100, signaling weak relative price performance. Stocks with low momentum scores have historically tended to continue underperforming in the near term. The investment factor score is 35/100, which measures capital allocation efficiency and asset growth patterns. The short interest score of 24/100 signals elevated short interest, which can indicate bearish sentiment among institutional investors.

JJSF vs Competitors — Consumer Staples Sector Ranking and Peer Comparison

Within the Consumer Staples sector, J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) ranks #103 out of 180 stocks based on the Blank Capital composite score. This places JJSF in the lower half of all Consumer Staples stocks in our coverage universe. Key competitors and sector peers include Ituran Location & Control Ltd. (ITRN) with a score of 60.3/100, DARLING INGREDIENTS INC. (DAR) with a score of 52.9/100, Bunge Global SA (BG) with a score of 53.0/100, SANFILIPPO JOHN B & SON INC (JBSS) with a score of 54.1/100, and Archer-Daniels-Midland Co (ADM) with a score of 52.2/100.

Comparing JJSF against the S&P 500 benchmark is also instructive for understanding relative performance. Investors can view the full JJSF vs S&P 500 (SPY) comparison to assess how J&J SNACK FOODS CORP stacks up against the broader market across all factor dimensions.

JJSF Next Earnings Date

No upcoming earnings date has been announced for J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) at this time. Check the earnings calendar for the latest scheduling updates across all stocks in our coverage universe.

Should You Buy JJSF? — Investment Thesis Summary

The quantitative profile for J&J SNACK FOODS CORP suggests caution. The value score of 38/100 indicates premium valuation. Momentum is weak at 25/100, a headwind for near-term performance. Low volatility (stability score 71/100) reduces downside risk.

In summary, J&J SNACK FOODS CORP (JJSF) earns a Reduce rating with a composite score of 39.6/100 as of April 2026. The rating is derived from the Blank Capital Research methodology, which combines six factor dimensions into a single quantitative ranking. Investors should consider these quantitative signals alongside their own fundamental research, risk tolerance, and investment time horizon before making buy or sell decisions on JJSF stock.

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