J & J Snack Foods Corp. (JJSF)

Over the past six months, J&J Snack Foods Corp.'s stock experienced fluctuations, including a significant decline of 42.37% between October 2024 and October 2025, hitting a 52-week low around October 2025. In May 2025, the stock had its best day since 1998 following strong Q2 2025 earnings. Q1 2025 revenue decreased by 0.99% year-on-year, and net income fell by 63.81%, but Q3 revenue was up by 3%. The company announced a third-quarter dividend increase in August 2025.

Demand for J&J Snack Foods Corp.'s products is seasonal, with higher sales of frozen beverages and novelties during warmer months. The company builds inventory in anticipation of its peak season. The company's products, often viewed as affordable treats, tend to be resilient during economic fluctuations.

J&J Snack Foods Corp. is a manufacturer, marketer, and distributor of snack foods and frozen beverages in the Consumer Staples sector, specifically the Specialty Foods industry. Its product portfolio includes brands such as SUPERPRETZEL, ICEE, SLUSH PUPPIE, and Dippin' Dots, along with other products like Pretzel Fillers, Arctic Blast, and various bakery items. The company also sells machines and machine parts for food and beverage production.

Headquartered in Mount Laurel, New Jersey, J&J Snack Foods Corp. has a significant operational presence across North America, with over 175 facilities in 44 U.S. states, Mexico, and Canada. The company also serves international markets, including Australia and China, and exports select products to Europe and parts of Asia.

J&J Snack Foods has maintained a positive brand reputation by focusing on delivering "fun" and "experiential" products. Brands like Superpretzel are popular and have nostalgic appeal. The company develops new products and makes strategic acquisitions to expand its portfolio. The company acknowledges the potential for negative social and digital media to damage its reputation, and continuously works on cost reduction and operational efficiency to remain competitive. As of November 2023, the company had not seen any effect on their business from weight loss drugs.

J&J Snack Foods Corp. is predominantly owned by institutional shareholders, who hold 79.28% of the company's stock. Major institutional owners include BlackRock, Inc., Vanguard Group Inc, Allspring Global Investments Holdings, LLC, Macquarie Group Ltd, and State Street Corp. Insiders hold a substantial 201.77% of the stock, with Gerald B. Shreiber, the company's founder, being the largest individual shareholder, owning 30.24 million shares, representing 155.35% of the company.