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Stock to Watch: Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) Founded in 1968 and based in Ankeny, IA, Casey's General Stores, Inc. operates convenience stores primarily under the Casey's and Casey's General Store names in 19 states, mainly Iowa, Missouri and Illinois. As of April 30, 2026, the company operated 2,944 stores. Approximately 71% of all stores were located in areas with populations of fewer than 20,000 people.
CASY is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of A.
Additionally, the company could be a top pick for growth investors. CASY has a Growth Style Score of A, forecasting year-over-year earnings growth of 10.7% for the current fiscal year.
For fiscal 2027, two analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days, and the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.07 to $21.21 per share. CASY boasts an average earnings surprise of +17.5%.
With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Growth and VGM Style Scores, CASY should be on investors' short list.
Casey's General Stores Inc (NASDAQ:CASY) shares fell around 15% on Wednesday after the convenience-store operator's inside same-store sales growth of 3.2% fell short of expectations, overshadowing a quarter that beat on revenue, earnings and EBITDA.
The company, the third-largest convenience-store retailer in the United States, reported first-quarter fiscal 2027 revenue of $5.68 billion, ahead of estimates of $5.57 billion.
Earnings per share came in at $7.37, above the $6.75 expected and up 27.7% year over year.
EBITDA reached $485.1 million, topping estimates of $478 million and rising 17.1% from a year earlier.
Casey's affirmed its full-year fiscal 2027 guidance, including EBITDA growth of 8% to 10%, inside same-store sales growth of 2% to 5%, an inside margin above 42%, same-store fuel gallons sold ranging from down 1% to up 1%, and total operating expenses rising 5% to 7%. The company also reiterated plans to spend approximately $800 million on the purchase of property and equipment.
By segment, net revenue was $492.6 million from prepared food and dispensed beverage, $1.28 billion from grocery and general merchandise, $3.72 billion from fuel, and $176.0 million from other sources.
Inside margin was 42.2%, up 30 basis points year over year. Fuel margin came in at 47.8 cents per gallon, while same-store fuel gallons sold declined 0.3%.
Analysts at Jefferies said it was a strong quarter for Casey's, noting that comp growth and margin expansion were solid even as prepared food comps matched expectations and grocery and other categories came in roughly a point below consensus.
The firm said elevated expectations heading into the print, combined with the stock's strong year-to-date performance, left little room for anything short of a standout result.
Jefferies added that higher fuel prices may be limiting consumer budgets, a trend it said it is also observing among Casey's peers.
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Casey’s General Stores Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY) shares are trading lower Wednesday despite reporting better-than-expected first-quarter earnings on Tuesday after the market closed.
Casey’s shares are sliding. Why is CASY stock falling? Q1 HighlightsCasey’s reported earnings per share of $7.37, beating the consensus estimate of $6.72. In addition, the company reported revenue of $5.678 billion, beating the consensus estimate of $5.568 billion.
Inside same-store sales were up 3.2% year-over-year, down from 4.3% growth in the comparable quarter last year. Fuel same-store gallons sold were down 0.3% on a year-over-year basis. Casey’s repurchased approximately $45.6 million of its common stock during the quarter and exited the period with approximately $1.4 billion in available liquidity, including approximately $524 million in cash and cash equivalents and approximately $857 million in available borrowing capacity on existing lines of credit.
“Guests are responding well to our compelling value proposition on our high-quality prepared food, especially in whole pies. On the fuel side, our team’s robust capabilities helped us navigate a volatile environment and produced strong results,” said Darren Rebelez, Chairman, President, and CEO of Casey’s.
FY27 GuidanceCasey’s expects inside same-store sales to increase between 2% and 5% in fiscal 2027, with same-store fuel gallons sold expected to be approximately flat, plus or minus 1%. The company plans to open at least 120 stores in fiscal 2027 through a combination of M&A and new store construction.
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Americký řetězec obchodů se smíšeným zbožím Casey's General Stores zveřejnil výsledky hospodaření za první kvartál fiskálního roku 2027, který skončil 31. července 2026. Zisk na akcii i tržby předčily očekávání trhu. Analytici však negativně vnímají zpomalení růstu porovnatelných tržeb uvnitř obchodů a pokles porovnatelných objemů prodaných pohonných hmot. Společnost potvrdila svůj výhled na celý fiskální rok 2027.
Výsledky společnosti Casey's (CASY) za 1Q FY 2027 1Q FY 2027 Konsensus 1Q 2027 1Q FY 2026 Tržby (mld. USD) 5,68 5,58 4,57 Čistý zisk (mld. USD) 0,27 -- 0,22 Zisk na akcii (EPS, USD/akcie) 7,37 6,77 5,77 Výsledky za 1Q Tržby společnosti v 1Q dosáhly 5,68 mld. USD, čímž překonaly očekávání trhu ve výši 5,58 mld. USD.
Tržby z pohonných hmot dosáhly 3,72 mld. USD při očekávání 3,65 mld. USD. Tržby z potravin a smíšeného zboží činily 1,28 mld. USD, přičemž konsensus byl 1,30 mld. USD. Tržby z připravovaných jídel a nápojů dosáhly 492,6 mil. USD při projekcích 487,1 mil. USD.
Porovnatelné tržby uvnitř obchodů vzrostly meziročně o 3,2 % oproti nárůstu 4,3 % ve stejném kvartále loni, konsensus trhu přitom počítal s růstem o 4,1 %. Hrubý zisk se zvýšil v tomto segmentu meziročně o 6,3 % na 749,8 mil. USD. Hrubá marže zde vzrostla meziročně o 0,3 p. b. na 42,2 %.
Porovnatelné tržby pohonných hmot poklesly meziročně o 0,3 %, přičemž jde o první pokles za posledních sedm kvartálů. Hrubý zisk se v tomto segmentu zvýšil meziročně o 19,6 % na 446,9 mil. USD, mírně pod očekáváním trhu ve výši 448,8 mil. USD.
Hrubá marže meziročně poklesla o 2,6 p. b. na 21,8 %. Trh odhadoval 22,3 %.
Očištěný zisk EBITDA se meziročně zvýšil o 17,1 % na 485,1 mil. USD.
Zisk na akcii vzrostl meziročně o 27,7 % a činil 7,37 USD při očekávání 6,77 USD. Čistý zisk se zvýšil o 27,1 % na 273,7 mil. USD.
Dividenda a zpětný odkup Během kvartálu společnost odkoupila akcie v hodnotě zhruba 45,6 mil. USD. V rámci stávajícího programu zpětných odkupů zbývá k dispozici přibližně 973 mil. USD.
Představenstvo také deklarovalo kvartální dividendu ve výši 0,65 USD na akcii.
Výhled Společnost ponechala svůj dříve zveřejněný výhled na fiskální rok 2027 beze změny. Nadále očekává nárůst porovnatelných tržeb uvnitř obchodů o 2 až 5 % při hrubé marži uvnitř obchodů nad 42 %. U porovnatelných tržeb pohonných hmot počítá s meziroční změnou -1 % až +1 %. Celkové provozní náklady mají narůst o přibližně 5 až 7 % a zisk EBITDA o 8 až 10 %.
Komentář CEO „Máme skvělý start do našeho tříletého strategického plánu, který podtrhuje téměř 28% nárůst zisku na akcii," řekl generální ředitel společnosti Darren Rebelez. „Zákazníci dobře reagují na naši atraktivní nabídku kvalitních připravovaných jídel, zejména celých pizz. V oblasti pohonných hmot nám robustní schopnosti našeho týmu pomohly zvládnout volatilní prostředí a přinesly silné výsledky. Provozní tým doručil výjimečný zákaznický zážitek během našeho nejrušnějšího kvartálu roku. To vše se nám podařilo, zatímco jsme v předstihu oproti plánu s integrací akvizice Fikes."
Pohledy analytiků Analytik Corey Tarlowe z Jefferies uvedl, že ačkoli tržby i zisk na akcii v kvartále překonaly odhady, porovnatelné objemy prodaných galonů pohonných hmot klesly a růst v kategorii potravin zaostal za očekáváním. Podle něj jsou při tomto násobku ocenění očekávání vysoká a celkově solidní kvartál v tomto prostředí nestačil. Vyšší ceny pohonných hmot mohou podle něj omezovat rozpočty zákazníků, což může do určité míry brzdit nákupy uvnitř prodejen, což je trend, který pozoruje i u několika konkurentů.
Analytik Bradley Thomas z KeyBanc Capital Markets uvedl, že zatímco zisk na akcii překonal odhady díky maržím z pohonných hmot, tržby z pohonných hmot i z potravin zaostaly za očekáváním. Akcie podle něj klesají, protože růst tržeb uvnitř prodejen zpomalil, porovnatelné objemy galonů byly záporné (poprvé za 7 kvartálů) a společnost zopakovala výhled (navzdory překonání odhadů u zisku na akcii).
Vývoj akcie Akcie společnosti Casey’s (CASY) v předburzovní fázi obchodování oslabují o 11,76 % na 647,23 USD.
Akcie Casey's General Stores (CASY) před výsledky na 733,49 USD Ukazatel Ukazatel Kapitalizace (mld. USD) 27,1 P/E 34,8 Vývoj za letošní rok (%) +32,7 Očekávané P/E 34,3 52týdenní minimum (USD) 497,4 Prům. cílová cena (USD) 938,9 52týdenní maximum (USD) 927,9 Dividendový výnos (%) 0,3 Zdroj: Casey's General Stores, Bloomberg
Hsbc Holdings PLC raised its holdings in shares of Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY – Free Report) by 573.4% in the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the SEC. The institutional investor owned 61,287 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 52,186 shares during the quarter. Hsbc Holdings PLC owned approximately 0.17% of Casey’s General Stores worth $48,669,000 as of its most recent filing with the SEC.
A number of other hedge funds have also made changes to their positions in CASY. Geode Capital Management LLC boosted its holdings in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 7.4% in the 4th quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC now owns 760,438 shares of the company’s stock valued at $420,416,000 after buying an additional 52,250 shares in the last quarter. Daiichi Life Insurance Co. Ltd. acquired a new stake in Casey’s General Stores during the 2nd quarter worth $1,222,000. Burns J W & Co. Inc. NY raised its stake in Casey’s General Stores by 103.5% during the 1st quarter. Burns J W & Co. Inc. NY now owns 2,448 shares of the company’s stock worth $1,782,000 after acquiring an additional 1,245 shares in the last quarter. North Dakota State Investment Board purchased a new stake in Casey’s General Stores in the fourth quarter valued at $720,000. Finally, Teachers Retirement System of The State of Kentucky lifted its position in Casey’s General Stores by 52.0% in the first quarter. Teachers Retirement System of The State of Kentucky now owns 17,079 shares of the company’s stock valued at $12,431,000 after acquiring an additional 5,846 shares during the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 85.63% of the company’s stock.
Analysts Set New Price Targets Several equities analysts have issued reports on CASY shares. Zacks Research lowered Casey’s General Stores from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a report on Friday, June 5th. Evercore reissued an “outperform” rating and issued a $990.00 target price on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a report on Friday, June 12th. BMO Capital Markets raised Casey’s General Stores from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $950.00 target price for the company in a research report on Monday, June 29th. Stephens set a $975.00 target price on Casey’s General Stores and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Friday, June 12th. Finally, Royal Bank Of Canada restated a “sector perform” rating and set a $913.00 price target on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a research note on Wednesday, July 29th. Fourteen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, Casey’s General Stores has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $928.53.
View Our Latest Stock Analysis on CASY Insiders Place Their Bets In other news, CEO Darren Rebelez sold 19,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, July 7th. The shares were sold at an average price of $801.46, for a total transaction of $15,227,740.00. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 89,174 shares in the company, valued at $71,469,394.04. The trade was a 17.56% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this link. Also, insider Katrina Lindsey sold 2,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Monday, June 29th. The stock was sold at an average price of $800.00, for a total transaction of $1,600,000.00. Following the transaction, the insider owned 6,668 shares in the company, valued at approximately $5,334,400. This trade represents a 23.07% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Over the last quarter, insiders have sold 30,243 shares of company stock valued at $24,421,877. Corporate insiders own 0.67% of the company’s stock.
Casey’s General Stores Price Performance Shares of NASDAQ CASY opened at $756.09 on Tuesday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59, a current ratio of 1.01 and a quick ratio of 0.60. The stock has a fifty day moving average price of $826.62 and a 200 day moving average price of $786.29. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has a 1-year low of $497.38 and a 1-year high of $927.85. The company has a market cap of $27.98 billion, a PE ratio of 39.46, a P/E/G ratio of 2.58 and a beta of 0.59.
Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, June 9th. The company reported $4.37 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $3.31 by $1.06. The company had revenue of $4.57 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $4.33 billion. Casey’s General Stores had a net margin of 4.07% and a return on equity of 18.73%. Casey’s General Stores’s revenue was up 14.5% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the previous year, the company posted $2.63 EPS. Sell-side analysts forecast that Casey’s General Stores, Inc. will post 21.13 EPS for the current year.
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Casey’s General Stores, Inc (NASDAQ: CASY) is a U.S.-based convenience store chain that operates retail fuel stations and food-focused convenience outlets. Founded in 1959 in Boone, Iowa, the company has grown from a single neighborhood store into a regional operator known for combining traditional convenience retailing—fuel, packaged goods and tobacco—with a larger emphasis on fresh and prepared foods.
The company’s stores typically offer gasoline and diesel alongside a range of grocery essentials, grab-and-go items and made-to-order foodservice.
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ANKENY, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Casey's General Stores, Inc. ("Casey's" or the "Company") (Nasdaq: CASY) one of the leading convenience store chains in the United States, today announced financial results for the three months ended July 31, 2026. First Quarter Key Highlights Diluted EPS of $7.37 up 27.7% from the same period a year ago. Net income was $273.7 million, up 27.1% from the prior year, and EBITDA1 was $485.1 million, up 17.1%, from the same period a year ago. Inside same-store sales i.
Caseys General Stores Inc (NASDAQ:CASY) shares are moving lower in extended trading Tuesday on the heels of the company’s first-quarter results.
Casey’s General Stores shares are retreating from recent levels. What’s behind CASY decline? Casey’s Q1 Highlights Q1 Revenue: $5.68 billion, versus estimates of $5.57 billion Q1 EPS: $7.37, versus estimates of $6.72 Inside same-store sales were up 3.2% year-over-year in the first quarter, down from 4.3% growth in the comparable quarter last year. Fuel same-store gallons sold were down 0.3% on a year-over-year basis.
“Guests are responding well to our compelling value proposition on our high-quality prepared food, especially in whole pies. On the fuel side, our team’s robust capabilities helped us navigate a volatile environment and produced strong results,” said Darren Rebelez, chairman, president and CEO of Casey’s.
Casey’s repurchased approximately $45.6 million of its common stock during the quarter. The company exited the period with approximately $1.4 billion in available liquidity, including approximately $524 million in cash and cash equivalents and approximately $857 million in available borrowing capacity on existing lines of credit.
Casey’s expects inside same-store sales to increase between 2% and 5% in fiscal 2027. The company expects same-store fuel gallons sold to be approximately flat, plus or minus 1%. Casey’s said it plans to open at least 120 stores in fiscal 2027 through a combination of M&A and new store construction.
CASY Shares Fall After HoursCASY Price Action: Casey’s shares were down 9.69% in after-hours, trading at $662.40 at the time of publication on Tuesday, according to Benzinga Pro.
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Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) came out with quarterly earnings of $7.37 per share, beating the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $6.6 per share. This compares to earnings of $5.77 per share a year ago. These figures are adjusted for non-recurring items.
This quarterly report represents an earnings surprise of +11.67%. A quarter ago, it was expected that this convenience store chain would post earnings of $3.36 per share when it actually produced earnings of $4.37, delivering a surprise of +30.06%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has surpassed consensus EPS estimates four times.
Casey's, which belongs to the Zacks Retail - Convenience Stores industry, posted revenues of $5.68 billion for the quarter ended July 2026, surpassing the Zacks Consensus Estimate by 0.43%. This compares to year-ago revenues of $4.57 billion. The company has topped consensus revenue estimates two times over the last four quarters.
The sustainability of the stock's immediate price movement based on the recently-released numbers and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's commentary on the earnings call.
Casey's shares have added about 36.8% since the beginning of the year versus the S&P 500's gain of 12.8%.
What's Next for Casey's?While Casey's has outperformed the market so far this year, the question that comes to investors' minds is: what's next for the stock?
There are no easy answers to this key question, but one reliable measure that can help investors address this is the company's earnings outlook. Not only does this include current consensus earnings expectations for the coming quarter(s), but also how these expectations have changed lately.
Empirical research shows a strong correlation between near-term stock movements and trends in earnings estimate revisions. Investors can track such revisions by themselves or rely on a tried-and-tested rating tool like the Zacks Rank, which has an impressive track record of harnessing the power of earnings estimate revisions.
Ahead of this earnings release, the estimate revisions trend for Casey's was mixed. While the magnitude and direction of estimate revisions could change following the company's just-released earnings report, the current status translates into a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) for the stock. So, the shares are expected to perform in line with the market in the near future. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
It will be interesting to see how estimates for the coming quarters and the current fiscal year change in the days ahead. The current consensus EPS estimate is $6.29 on $5.36 billion in revenues for the coming quarter and $21.13 on $20.38 billion in revenues for the current fiscal year.
Investors should be mindful of the fact that the outlook for the industry can have a material impact on the performance of the stock as well. In terms of the Zacks Industry Rank, Retail - Convenience Stores is currently in the top 42% of the 250 plus Zacks industries. Our research shows that the top 50% of the Zacks-ranked industries outperform the bottom 50% by a factor of more than 2 to 1.
Darden Restaurants (DRI - Free Report) , another stock in the broader Zacks Retail-Wholesale sector, has yet to report results for the quarter ended August 2026. The results are expected to be released on September 24.
This owner of Olive Garden and other chain restaurants is expected to post quarterly earnings of $2.05 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +4.1%. The consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days.
Darden Restaurants' revenues are expected to be $3.2 billion, up 5.2% from the year-ago quarter.
Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) reported $5.68 billion in revenue for the quarter ended July 2026, representing a year-over-year increase of 24.3%. EPS of $7.37 for the same period compares to $5.77 a year ago.
The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $5.65 billion, representing a surprise of +0.43%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of +11.67%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $6.60.
While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare with Wall Street expectations to determine their next move, some key metrics always offer a more accurate picture of a company's financial health.
As these metrics influence top- and bottom-line performance, comparing them to the year-ago numbers and what analysts estimated helps investors project a stock's price performance more accurately.
Here is how Casey's performed in the just reported quarter in terms of the metrics most widely monitored and projected by Wall Street analysts:
Same-store sales - Grocery & General Merchandise - YoY change: 2.7% versus the three-analyst average estimate of 3.6%.Inside same-store sales: 3.2% versus 3.8% estimated by three analysts on average.Number of Stores (EOP): 2,959 versus the three-analyst average estimate of 2,968.Number of Fuel gallons sold: 934.21 million compared to the 939.9 million average estimate based on three analysts.Same-store sales - Prepared Food & Dispensed Beverage - YoY change: 4.8% compared to the 4.3% average estimate based on three analysts.Same-store sales - Fuel gallons - YoY change: -0.3% compared to the 0.3% average estimate based on three analysts.Number of Stores (BOP): 2,944 compared to the 2,944 average estimate based on two analysts.Net Sales- Fuel: $3.72 billion compared to the $3.87 billion average estimate based on three analysts. The reported number represents a change of +36.3% year over year.Net Sales- Other: $176 million versus the three-analyst average estimate of $156.25 million. The reported number represents a year-over-year change of +17.6%.Net Sales- Prepared Food & Dispensed Beverage: $492.58 million compared to the $487.93 million average estimate based on three analysts. The reported number represents a change of +7.5% year over year.Net Sales- Grocery & General Merchandise: $1.28 billion compared to the $1.3 billion average estimate based on three analysts. The reported number represents a change of +4.9% year over year.Gross Profit- Grocery & General Merchandise: $457.84 million versus $468.56 million estimated by three analysts on average.View all Key Company Metrics for Casey's here>>>
Shares of Casey's have returned -11.5% over the past month versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's -0.4% change. The stock currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold), indicating that it could perform in line with the broader market in the near term.
Casey's General Stores delivered solid Q1 results, but valuation remains only fair after a post-earnings decline. CASY's operational performance is healthy, with 24% revenue and 27% EPS growth, but store expansion and SSS are tracking toward the low/mid guidance range. Despite improved margins and compounding potential, the company trades at a premium multiple, offering limited upside at current levels.
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage (NYSE:NGVC – Get Free Report) and Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) are both consumer staples companies, but which is the superior investment? We will compare the two businesses based on the strength of their profitability, institutional ownership, dividends, risk, analyst recommendations, earnings and valuation.
Analyst Recommendations This is a summary of current ratings and price targets for Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage and Casey’s General Stores, as provided by MarketBeat.com.
Sell Ratings Hold Ratings Buy Ratings Strong Buy Ratings Rating Score Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage 0 1 2 0 2.67 Casey’s General Stores 0 6 14 0 2.70 Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage currently has a consensus price target of $47.00, indicating a potential upside of 68.76%. Casey’s General Stores has a consensus price target of $928.53, indicating a potential upside of 22.81%. Given Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage’s higher possible upside, equities analysts clearly believe Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage is more favorable than Casey’s General Stores.
Volatility & Risk Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage has a beta of 1.3, suggesting that its stock price is 30% more volatile than the S&P 500. Comparatively, Casey’s General Stores has a beta of 0.59, suggesting that its stock price is 41% less volatile than the S&P 500. Insider and Institutional Ownership 32.0% of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage shares are held by institutional investors. Comparatively, 85.6% of Casey’s General Stores shares are held by institutional investors. 58.3% of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage shares are held by company insiders. Comparatively, 0.7% of Casey’s General Stores shares are held by company insiders. Strong institutional ownership is an indication that hedge funds, endowments and large money managers believe a company will outperform the market over the long term.
Valuation and Earnings This table compares Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage and Casey’s General Stores”s gross revenue, earnings per share (EPS) and valuation.
Gross Revenue Price/Sales Ratio Net Income Earnings Per Share Price/Earnings Ratio Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage $1.33 billion 0.48 $46.44 million $2.06 13.52 Casey’s General Stores $17.56 billion 1.59 $714.45 million $19.16 39.46 Casey’s General Stores has higher revenue and earnings than Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage is trading at a lower price-to-earnings ratio than Casey’s General Stores, indicating that it is currently the more affordable of the two stocks.
Profitability This table compares Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage and Casey’s General Stores’ net margins, return on equity and return on assets.
Net Margins Return on Equity Return on Assets Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage 3.55% 21.11% 7.03% Casey’s General Stores 4.07% 18.73% 8.29% Dividends Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage pays an annual dividend of $0.60 per share and has a dividend yield of 2.2%. Casey’s General Stores pays an annual dividend of $2.60 per share and has a dividend yield of 0.3%. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage pays out 29.1% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Casey’s General Stores pays out 13.6% of its earnings in the form of a dividend. Both companies have healthy payout ratios and should be able to cover their dividend payments with earnings for the next several years. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage has increased its dividend for 1 consecutive years and Casey’s General Stores has increased its dividend for 24 consecutive years.
Summary Casey’s General Stores beats Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage on 12 of the 17 factors compared between the two stocks.
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Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, retails natural and organic groceries, and dietary supplements in the United States. The company’s stores offer natural and organic grocery products, such as organic produce; private label repackaged bulk products, including dried fruits, nuts, grains, granolas, teas, herbs, and spices, as well as peanut and almond butters; private label products comprising grocery staples, household products, bulk foods, and vitamins and dietary supplements, as well as organic eggs, organic flavored coffee, and organic mustard; dry, frozen, and canned groceries; meat and seafood products; dairy products, dairy substitutes, and eggs; prepared foods; bread and baked products; beverages; and beer, wine, and hard cider products. Its stores also provide name-brand supplements, as well as private label dietary supplements; body care products consisting of cosmetics, skin care, hair care, fragrance, and personal care products containing natural and organic ingredients; pet care and food products; books and handouts; household and general merchandise, including cleaning supplies, paper products, and dish and laundry soaps, as well as other common household products, such as diapers; and books and handouts. The company operates its retail stores under the Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage trademark, as well as Vitamin Cottage Natural Grocers and Health Hotline trademarks. The company also offers science-based nutrition education programs to help customers make informed health and nutrition choices. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado.
About Casey’s General Stores (Get Free Report)
Casey’s General Stores, Inc. engages in the provision of management and operation of convenience stores and gasoline stations. It provides self-service gasoline, a wide selection of grocery items, and an array of freshly prepared food items. The firm offers food, beverages, tobacco products, health and beauty aids, automotive products, and other non-food items. The company was founded by Donald F. Lamberti in 1968 and is headquartered in Ankeny, IA.
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Casey's (CASY) reports earnings after Tuesday's closing bell. The stock has climbed roughly 50% year-over-year, setting a high bar for the consumer staples company.
Looking for a stock that has been consistently beating earnings estimates and might be well positioned to keep the streak alive in its next quarterly report? Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) , which belongs to the Zacks Retail - Convenience Stores industry, could be a great candidate to consider.
When looking at the last two reports, this convenience store chain has recorded a strong streak of surpassing earnings estimates. The company has topped estimates by 23.00%, on average, in the last two quarters.
For the most recent quarter, Casey's was expected to post earnings of $3.36 per share, but it reported $4.37 per share instead, representing a surprise of 30.06%. For the previous quarter, the consensus estimate was $3.01 per share, while it actually produced $3.49 per share, a surprise of 15.95%.
Price and EPS Surprise
For Casey's, estimates have been trending higher, thanks in part to this earnings surprise history. And when you look at the stock's positive Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction), it's a great indicator of a future earnings beat, especially when combined with its solid Zacks Rank.
Our research shows that stocks with the combination of a positive Earnings ESP and a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) or better produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time. In other words, if you have 10 stocks with this combination, the number of stocks that beat the consensus estimate could be as high as seven.
The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a version of the Zacks Consensus whose definition is related to change. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.
Casey's currently has an Earnings ESP of +2.76%, which suggests that analysts have recently become bullish on the company's earnings prospects. This positive Earnings ESP when combined with the stock's Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) indicates that another beat is possibly around the corner. We expect the company's next earnings report to be released on September 8, 2026.
With the Earnings ESP metric, it's important to note that a negative value reduces its predictive power; however, a negative Earnings ESP does not indicate an earnings miss.
Many companies end up beating the consensus EPS estimate, but that may not be the sole basis for their stocks moving higher. On the other hand, some stocks may hold their ground even if they end up missing the consensus estimate.
Because of this, it's really important to check a company's Earnings ESP ahead of its quarterly release to increase the odds of success. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.
California State Teachers Retirement System raised its stake in Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY – Free Report) by 106,650.8% during the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned 46,043,774 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 46,000,642 shares during the quarter. California State Teachers Retirement System owned approximately 124.41% of Casey’s General Stores worth $36,595,131,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission.
A number of other institutional investors and hedge funds have also recently modified their holdings of the stock. Kathmere Capital Management LLC raised its holdings in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 3.5% in the 1st quarter. Kathmere Capital Management LLC now owns 387 shares of the company’s stock worth $282,000 after purchasing an additional 13 shares during the period. Pinnacle Bancorp Inc. grew its holdings in Casey’s General Stores by 4.8% during the first quarter. Pinnacle Bancorp Inc. now owns 303 shares of the company’s stock valued at $221,000 after purchasing an additional 14 shares during the period. Lincoln Capital LLC increased its position in Casey’s General Stores by 4.0% in the second quarter. Lincoln Capital LLC now owns 366 shares of the company’s stock worth $291,000 after buying an additional 14 shares during the last quarter. Menard Financial Group LLC increased its position in Casey’s General Stores by 1.2% in the fourth quarter. Menard Financial Group LLC now owns 1,267 shares of the company’s stock worth $700,000 after buying an additional 15 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Cibc World Market Inc. raised its stake in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 0.3% in the fourth quarter. Cibc World Market Inc. now owns 5,136 shares of the company’s stock valued at $2,839,000 after buying an additional 16 shares during the period. 85.63% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.
Insider Transactions at Casey’s General Stores In related news, CEO Darren M. Rebelez sold 19,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, July 7th. The shares were sold at an average price of $801.46, for a total value of $15,227,740.00. Following the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 89,174 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $71,469,394.04. This trade represents a 17.56% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the SEC, which is available through the SEC website. Also, insider Katrina S. Lindsey sold 2,000 shares of Casey’s General Stores stock in a transaction that occurred on Monday, June 29th. The shares were sold at an average price of $800.00, for a total transaction of $1,600,000.00. Following the sale, the insider owned 6,668 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $5,334,400. The trade was a 23.07% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Over the last quarter, insiders have sold 30,243 shares of company stock worth $24,421,877. 0.67% of the stock is owned by insiders.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades A number of research analysts have recently commented on the company. Royal Bank Of Canada reaffirmed a “sector perform” rating and set a $913.00 price target on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a research report on Wednesday, July 29th. Wolfe Research restated an “outperform” rating and issued a $1,069.00 price objective on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a research note on Thursday, June 11th. UBS Group dropped their price objective on shares of Casey’s General Stores from $945.00 to $925.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, August 27th. Weiss Ratings downgraded shares of Casey’s General Stores from a “buy (b+)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 21st. Finally, BNP Paribas Exane cut their target price on shares of Casey’s General Stores from $1,032.00 to $995.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a research report on Thursday, June 25th. Fourteen equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have issued a Hold rating to the company’s stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $928.53. Get Our Latest Stock Report on CASY
Casey’s General Stores Stock Performance Casey’s General Stores stock opened at $756.09 on Monday. The stock has a market cap of $27.98 billion, a P/E ratio of 39.46, a PEG ratio of 2.58 and a beta of 0.59. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $497.38 and a fifty-two week high of $927.85. The firm’s fifty day moving average price is $827.10 and its 200-day moving average price is $785.62. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59, a quick ratio of 0.60 and a current ratio of 1.01.
Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, June 9th. The company reported $4.37 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $3.31 by $1.06. Casey’s General Stores had a return on equity of 18.73% and a net margin of 4.07%.The company had revenue of $4.57 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.33 billion. During the same quarter last year, the business posted $2.63 earnings per share. The firm’s revenue was up 14.5% compared to the same quarter last year. Equities research analysts forecast that Casey’s General Stores, Inc. will post 21.13 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
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Casey’s General Stores, Inc (NASDAQ: CASY) is a U.S.-based convenience store chain that operates retail fuel stations and food-focused convenience outlets. Founded in 1959 in Boone, Iowa, the company has grown from a single neighborhood store into a regional operator known for combining traditional convenience retailing—fuel, packaged goods and tobacco—with a larger emphasis on fresh and prepared foods.
The company’s stores typically offer gasoline and diesel alongside a range of grocery essentials, grab-and-go items and made-to-order foodservice.
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Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY) will release its first earnings report after the closing bell on Tuesday, Sept. 8.
Analysts expect the Ankeny, Iowa-based company to report quarterly earnings of $6.81 per share, up from $5.77 per share in the year-ago period. The consensus estimate for Casey’s quarterly revenue is $5.56 billion. It reported $4.57 billion last year, according to Benzinga Pro.
On June. 9, Caseys General Stores reported better-than-expected fourth-quarter financial results.
Casey’s shares rose 0.6% to close at $758.42 on Thursday.
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Let’s have a look at how Benzinga’s most-accurate analysts have rated the company in the recent period.
UBS analyst Mark Carden maintained a Neutral rating and cut the price target from $945 to $925 on Aug. 27, 2026. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 68%. BMO Capital analyst Kelly Bania upgraded the stock from Market Perform to Outperform rating with a price target of $950 on June 29, 2026. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 67%. BNP Paribas analyst Steve McManus maintained an Outperform rating and raised the price target from $995 to $1,030 on June 25, 2026. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 71%. Goldman Sachs analyst Bonnie Herzog maintained a Neutral rating and boosted the price target from $695 to $795 on June 25, 2026. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 64%. RBC Capital analyst Irene Nattel maintained a Sector Perform rating and increased the price target from $794 to $850 on June 25, 2026. This analyst has an accuracy rate of 56%. Trending
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The upcoming report from Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) is expected to reveal quarterly earnings of $6.59 per share, indicating an increase of 14.2% compared to the year-ago period. Analysts forecast revenues of $5.65 billion, representing an increase of 23.8% year over year.
Over the last 30 days, there has been no revision in the consensus EPS estimate for the quarter. This signifies the covering analysts' collective reconsideration of their initial forecasts over the course of this timeframe.
Before a company announces its earnings, it is essential to take into account any changes made to earnings estimates. This is a valuable factor in predicting the potential reactions of investors toward the stock. Empirical research has consistently shown a strong correlation between trends in earnings estimate revisions and the short-term price performance of a stock.
While investors typically use consensus earnings and revenue estimates as indicators of quarterly business performance, exploring analysts' projections for specific key metrics can offer valuable insights.
In light of this perspective, let's dive into the average estimates of certain Casey's metrics that are commonly tracked and forecasted by Wall Street analysts.
Analysts forecast 'Net Sales- Fuel' to reach $3.94 billion. The estimate indicates a year-over-year change of +44.2%.
Based on the collective assessment of analysts, 'Net Sales- Other' should arrive at $156.25 million. The estimate suggests a change of +4.4% year over year.
The average prediction of analysts places 'Net Sales- Prepared Food & Dispensed Beverage' at $487.93 million. The estimate indicates a change of +6.4% from the prior-year quarter.
The collective assessment of analysts points to an estimated 'Net Sales- Grocery & General Merchandise' of $1.30 billion. The estimate suggests a change of +5.9% year over year.
Analysts' assessment points toward 'Same-store sales - Grocery & General Merchandise - YoY change' reaching 3.6%. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 3.8%.
Analysts expect 'Number of Stores (EOP)' to come in at 2,968 . The estimate compares to the year-ago value of 2,895 .
The combined assessment of analysts suggests that 'Number of Fuel gallons sold' will likely reach 936.86 million. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of 911.78 million.
It is projected by analysts that the 'Same-store sales - Prepared Food & Dispensed Beverage - YoY change' will reach 4.3%. Compared to the present estimate, the company reported 5.6% in the same quarter last year.
The consensus among analysts is that 'Number of Stores (BOP)' will reach 2,944 . The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of 2,904 .
Analysts predict that the 'Gross Profit- Grocery & General Merchandise' will reach $467.69 million. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $439.48 million.
According to the collective judgment of analysts, 'Gross Profit- Prepared Food & Dispensed Beverage' should come in at $287.04 million. The estimate is in contrast to the year-ago figure of $265.98 million.
The consensus estimate for 'Gross Profit- Other' stands at $35.51 million. The estimate compares to the year-ago value of $33.43 million.
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Over the past month, Casey's shares have recorded returns of -9.9% versus the Zacks S&P 500 composite's +2% change. Based on its Zacks Rank #4 (Sell), CASY will likely underperform the overall market in the upcoming period. You can see the complete list of today's Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) stocks here >>>> .
Wall Street expects a year-over-year increase in earnings on higher revenues when Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) reports results for the quarter ended July 2026. While this widely-known consensus outlook is important in gauging the company's earnings picture, a powerful factor that could impact its near-term stock price is how the actual results compare to these estimates.
The earnings report, which is expected to be released on September 8, might help the stock move higher if these key numbers are better than expectations. On the other hand, if they miss, the stock may move lower.
While the sustainability of the immediate price change and future earnings expectations will mostly depend on management's discussion of business conditions on the earnings call, it's worth handicapping the probability of a positive EPS surprise.
Zacks Consensus EstimateThis convenience store chain is expected to post quarterly earnings of $6.59 per share in its upcoming report, which represents a year-over-year change of +14.2%.
Revenues are expected to be $5.65 billion, up 23.8% from the year-ago quarter.
Estimate Revisions TrendThe consensus EPS estimate for the quarter has remained unchanged over the last 30 days. This is essentially a reflection of how the covering analysts have collectively reassessed their initial estimates over this period.
Investors should keep in mind that an aggregate change may not always reflect the direction of estimate revisions by each of the covering analysts.
Price, Consensus and EPS Surprise
Earnings WhisperEstimate revisions ahead of a company's earnings release offer clues to the business conditions for the period whose results are coming out. This insight is at the core of our proprietary surprise prediction model -- the Zacks Earnings ESP (Expected Surprise Prediction).
The Zacks Earnings ESP compares the Most Accurate Estimate to the Zacks Consensus Estimate for the quarter; the Most Accurate Estimate is a more recent version of the Zacks Consensus EPS estimate. The idea here is that analysts revising their estimates right before an earnings release have the latest information, which could potentially be more accurate than what they and others contributing to the consensus had predicted earlier.
Thus, a positive or negative Earnings ESP reading theoretically indicates the likely deviation of the actual earnings from the consensus estimate. However, the model's predictive power is significant for positive ESP readings only.
A positive Earnings ESP is a strong predictor of an earnings beat, particularly when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy), 2 (Buy) or 3 (Hold). Our research shows that stocks with this combination produce a positive surprise nearly 70% of the time, and a solid Zacks Rank actually increases the predictive power of Earnings ESP.
Please note that a negative Earnings ESP reading is not indicative of an earnings miss. Our research shows that it is difficult to predict an earnings beat with any degree of confidence for stocks with negative Earnings ESP readings and/or Zacks Rank of 4 (Sell) or 5 (Strong Sell).
How Have the Numbers Shaped Up for Casey's?For Casey's, the Most Accurate Estimate is lower than the Zacks Consensus Estimate, suggesting that analysts have recently become bearish on the company's earnings prospects. This has resulted in an Earnings ESP of -0.24%.
On the other hand, the stock currently carries a Zacks Rank of #4.
So, this combination makes it difficult to conclusively predict that Casey's will beat the consensus EPS estimate.
Does Earnings Surprise History Hold Any Clue?Analysts often consider to what extent a company has been able to match consensus estimates in the past while calculating their estimates for its future earnings. So, it's worth taking a look at the surprise history for gauging its influence on the upcoming number.
For the last reported quarter, it was expected that Casey's would post earnings of $3.36 per share when it actually produced earnings of $4.37, delivering a surprise of +30.06%.
Over the last four quarters, the company has beaten consensus EPS estimates four times.
Bottom LineAn earnings beat or miss may not be the sole basis for a stock moving higher or lower. Many stocks end up losing ground despite an earnings beat due to other factors that disappoint investors. Similarly, unforeseen catalysts help a number of stocks gain despite an earnings miss.
That said, betting on stocks that are expected to beat earnings expectations does increase the odds of success. This is why it's worth checking a company's Earnings ESP and Zacks Rank ahead of its quarterly release. Make sure to utilize our Earnings ESP Filter to uncover the best stocks to buy or sell before they've reported.
Casey's doesn't appear a compelling earnings-beat candidate. However, investors should pay attention to other factors too for betting on this stock or staying away from it ahead of its earnings release.
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Ames National Corp bought a new stake in Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY – Free Report) during the second quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor bought 1,200 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $954,000. Casey’s General Stores makes up approximately 0.5% of Ames National Corp’s investment portfolio, making the stock its 29th largest position.
Several other large investors have also modified their holdings of CASY. Whipplewood Advisors LLC acquired a new position in shares of Casey’s General Stores in the 1st quarter valued at about $33,000. Bell Investment Advisors Inc bought a new stake in Casey’s General Stores in the second quarter valued at about $33,000. Larson Financial Group LLC raised its stake in Casey’s General Stores by 252.4% during the fourth quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 74 shares of the company’s stock worth $41,000 after acquiring an additional 53 shares in the last quarter. RMG Wealth Management LLC grew its stake in Casey’s General Stores by 250.0% during the first quarter. RMG Wealth Management LLC now owns 56 shares of the company’s stock worth $41,000 after buying an additional 40 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Elyxium Wealth LLC bought a new position in shares of Casey’s General Stores in the fourth quarter valued at about $43,000. Institutional investors own 85.63% of the company’s stock.
Casey’s General Stores Price Performance Shares of NASDAQ CASY opened at $854.21 on Tuesday. The stock has a market cap of $31.61 billion, a price-to-earnings ratio of 44.58, a PEG ratio of 2.86 and a beta of 0.61. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $490.00 and a fifty-two week high of $927.85. The firm’s 50-day simple moving average is $836.91 and its 200 day simple moving average is $778.44. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59, a quick ratio of 0.60 and a current ratio of 1.01.
Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, June 9th. The company reported $4.37 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $3.31 by $1.06. The business had revenue of $4.57 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.33 billion. Casey’s General Stores had a return on equity of 18.73% and a net margin of 4.07%.Casey’s General Stores’s revenue was up 14.5% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $2.63 earnings per share. As a group, research analysts anticipate that Casey’s General Stores, Inc. will post 21.11 earnings per share for the current fiscal year. Casey’s General Stores Increases Dividend The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, August 14th. Shareholders of record on Saturday, August 1st were issued a dividend of $0.65 per share. This represents a $2.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a yield of 0.3%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Friday, July 31st. This is a boost from Casey’s General Stores’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.57. Casey’s General Stores’s payout ratio is presently 13.57%.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth Several research analysts have recently issued reports on the stock. William Blair started coverage on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a research note on Wednesday, May 20th. They issued an “outperform” rating on the stock. Wall Street Zen raised Casey’s General Stores from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a research report on Saturday, June 13th. JPMorgan Chase & Co. boosted their target price on Casey’s General Stores from $719.00 to $975.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a report on Friday, June 12th. Evercore reissued an “outperform” rating and issued a $990.00 target price on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a research report on Friday, June 12th. Finally, BMO Capital Markets raised shares of Casey’s General Stores from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $950.00 target price on the stock in a report on Monday, June 29th. Fourteen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $944.20.
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Insider Buying and Selling at Casey’s General Stores In related news, CFO Stephen P. Bramlage, Jr. sold 5,700 shares of Casey’s General Stores stock in a transaction on Wednesday, July 8th. The stock was sold at an average price of $838.16, for a total transaction of $4,777,512.00. Following the completion of the sale, the chief financial officer owned 29,677 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $24,874,074.32. This trade represents a 16.11% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is accessible through the SEC website. Also, Director Allison M. Wing sold 530 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, July 8th. The stock was sold at an average price of $837.58, for a total transaction of $443,917.40. Following the completion of the transaction, the director owned 3,042 shares in the company, valued at approximately $2,547,918.36. This trade represents a 14.84% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. Over the last ninety days, insiders have sold 30,243 shares of company stock worth $24,421,877. 0.67% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.
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Casey’s General Stores, Inc (NASDAQ: CASY) is a U.S.-based convenience store chain that operates retail fuel stations and food-focused convenience outlets. Founded in 1959 in Boone, Iowa, the company has grown from a single neighborhood store into a regional operator known for combining traditional convenience retailing—fuel, packaged goods and tobacco—with a larger emphasis on fresh and prepared foods.
The company’s stores typically offer gasoline and diesel alongside a range of grocery essentials, grab-and-go items and made-to-order foodservice.
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Bank of Nova Scotia bought a new position in Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm bought 3,880 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,084,000.
Other large investors have also recently modified their holdings of the company. Whipplewood Advisors LLC purchased a new stake in Casey’s General Stores in the first quarter worth $33,000. Bell Investment Advisors Inc purchased a new position in shares of Casey’s General Stores in the 2nd quarter worth about $33,000. Larson Financial Group LLC boosted its stake in Casey’s General Stores by 252.4% in the 4th quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 74 shares of the company’s stock worth $41,000 after purchasing an additional 53 shares in the last quarter. RMG Wealth Management LLC grew its position in Casey’s General Stores by 250.0% during the 1st quarter. RMG Wealth Management LLC now owns 56 shares of the company’s stock valued at $41,000 after purchasing an additional 40 shares during the last quarter. Finally, Elyxium Wealth LLC purchased a new stake in Casey’s General Stores during the 4th quarter valued at about $43,000. Institutional investors own 85.63% of the company’s stock.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth A number of equities analysts recently weighed in on the stock. BMO Capital Markets upgraded shares of Casey’s General Stores from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $950.00 price objective for the company in a report on Monday, June 29th. KeyCorp increased their target price on Casey’s General Stores from $950.00 to $970.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday, June 11th. Northcoast Research raised Casey’s General Stores from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $950.00 target price for the company in a report on Monday, July 13th. Morgan Stanley upgraded Casey’s General Stores to a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, June 10th. Finally, BNP Paribas Exane lowered their price target on Casey’s General Stores from $1,032.00 to $995.00 and set an “outperform” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, June 25th. Fourteen investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have given a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the stock presently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $944.20.
Read Our Latest Research Report on Casey’s General Stores Insider Buying and Selling at Casey’s General Stores In other Casey’s General Stores news, CFO Stephen P. Bramlage, Jr. sold 5,700 shares of Casey’s General Stores stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, July 8th. The stock was sold at an average price of $838.16, for a total value of $4,777,512.00. Following the sale, the chief financial officer owned 29,677 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $24,874,074.32. The trade was a 16.11% decrease in their position. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through the SEC website. Also, Director Allison M. Wing sold 530 shares of Casey’s General Stores stock in a transaction on Wednesday, July 8th. The stock was sold at an average price of $837.58, for a total transaction of $443,917.40. Following the completion of the transaction, the director directly owned 3,042 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $2,547,918.36. The trade was a 14.84% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Over the last 90 days, insiders sold 30,243 shares of company stock worth $24,421,877. Insiders own 0.67% of the company’s stock.
Casey’s General Stores Stock Down 3.4% Shares of CASY stock opened at $824.92 on Wednesday. The company has a current ratio of 1.01, a quick ratio of 0.60 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has a 12 month low of $490.00 and a 12 month high of $927.85. The stock has a market cap of $30.53 billion, a P/E ratio of 43.05, a P/E/G ratio of 2.92 and a beta of 0.61. The company has a 50 day simple moving average of $836.11 and a two-hundred day simple moving average of $779.69.
Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, June 9th. The company reported $4.37 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $3.31 by $1.06. Casey’s General Stores had a net margin of 4.07% and a return on equity of 18.73%. The firm had revenue of $4.57 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.33 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the firm posted $2.63 EPS. The company’s revenue for the quarter was up 14.5% compared to the same quarter last year. On average, research analysts expect that Casey’s General Stores, Inc. will post 21.11 earnings per share for the current year.
Casey’s General Stores Increases Dividend The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, August 14th. Shareholders of record on Saturday, August 1st were paid a $0.65 dividend. This represents a $2.60 annualized dividend and a yield of 0.3%. The ex-dividend date was Friday, July 31st. This is a positive change from Casey’s General Stores’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.57. Casey’s General Stores’s dividend payout ratio is currently 13.57%.
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Casey’s General Stores, Inc (NASDAQ: CASY) is a U.S.-based convenience store chain that operates retail fuel stations and food-focused convenience outlets. Founded in 1959 in Boone, Iowa, the company has grown from a single neighborhood store into a regional operator known for combining traditional convenience retailing—fuel, packaged goods and tobacco—with a larger emphasis on fresh and prepared foods.
The company’s stores typically offer gasoline and diesel alongside a range of grocery essentials, grab-and-go items and made-to-order foodservice.
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With more than 2 million whole pie breakfast pizzas sold before noon last year, Casey’s is fueling early-rising fans with its fan-favorite pizza and 40% off any-size whole pie every college football Saturday
America’s fifth-largest pizza chain sold more than 32 million breakfast pizza slices before noon in fiscal year 2026. With nearly 3,000 locations across the U.S., Casey’s is ready to feed the nine in 10 college football fans who eat pizza on gameday, according to a Casey’s survey. Casey’s returns as the “Official Pizza of Noon Kickoffs” as its new ‘Tailgate Tracker’ finds 50% of fans eat pizza before noon kickoffs. Fans can save 40% on any-size Casey’s pizza on Saturdays from August 29 through January 2, 2027, with promo code TOUCHDOWN. ANKENY, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--College football Saturdays are starting early this season. With more than 30 noon kickoffs in the first three weeks of the 2026-2027 season, hungry fans will be setting alarms hours before kickoff – and Casey’s (NASDAQ: CASY), America’s fifth-largest pizza chain, has the breakfast pizza to feed them. College football fans are embracing the breakfast pizza tradition with more than 32 million breakfast pizza slices sold before noon last fiscal year at Casey’s, underscoring why its cult-favorite breakfast pizza is back as the “Official Pizza of Noon Kickoffs.”
“College football fans don't just show up for kickoff. They show up for the traditions, the tailgates and the food that brings everyone together," said Tom Brennan, Chief Merchandising Officer at Casey's. "As a pizza leader, we're constantly tracking how consumer habits are evolving. Our new ‘Tailgate Tracker’ shows just how early Saturdays start for the most loyal fanbases, creating more opportunities for Casey's to deliver the craveable, high-quality food our guests count on and keep them fueled all gameday long."
Now in year two of making breakfast pizza the “Official Pizza of Noon Kickoffs,” Casey’s is digging into just how early gameday really begins. Its all-new Casey’s ‘Tailgate Tracker’ found some fans rise as early as 7:52 a.m. for noon kickoffs, turning Saturdays into up to 18-hour gamedays. From breakfast pizza for the early tailgate to late-night slices during West Coast games, Casey’s is built to feed fans for the full gameday – and because an early kickoff deserves an all-day deal, Casey’s is bringing back 40% off any-size pizza every Saturday from August 29 through January 2, 2027, with promo code TOUCHDOWN.
Casey’s ‘Tailgate Tracker’ Reveals The Ohio State University Fans Rise Earliest on Gameday
With more than 100 Division I college football programs in Casey’s Country, Casey’s surveyed 1,201 students and alumni this August to uncover average wakeup and tailgate start times along with pregame rituals. Results reinforced what Casey’s fans have known for years: breakfast pizza belongs in the early-morning lineup.
For noon kickoffs, the earliest-rising fanbases are The Ohio State University (7:52 a.m.), the University of Iowa (7:58 a.m.), Iowa State University (8:12 a.m.), the University of Kansas (8:13 a.m.) and, tied for fifth, the University of Wisconsin and the University of Nebraska (8:17 a.m.).
The ‘Tailgate Tracker’ also found:
Pizza starts before kickoff: 9 in 10 fans eat pizza on gameday, and 50% eat it before noon kickoffs. Early alarms are part of gameday: 35% of fans are up before 8 a.m. for noon kickoffs, including 15% before 7 a.m. Tailgates average 2.6 hours: Indiana University fans tailgate the longest at three hours, followed by University of Iowa and Iowa State University fans at 2.9 hours. Casey’s Partners with College Football Standouts to Rally Fans on Gamedays
Casey’s has teamed up with college football standouts, offensive lineman Trevor Lauck, wide receiver Isaiah Sategna III and wide receiver Dre’lon Miller to rally fans out of bed, into tailgates and help early risers get ready for gameday. With ties to Casey’s Country, collectively, this roster embodies the passion, personality and gameday traditions that make college football Saturdays special.
Trevor Lauck, Offensive Line – As an Indianapolis native now holding down the offensive line in Iowa City, Lauck is a First-Team All-Casey’s Country selection. In the heart of the Midwest, he knows that early mornings and breakfast pizza are gameday essentials. Isaiah Sategna III, Wide Receiver – Every great gameday needs speed and execution, whether it’s a perfectly timed route or getting a Casey’s pizza into hungry hands. With deep roots in Casey’s Country across Arkansas and Oklahoma, Sategna delivers the ultimate lineup with seamless execution. Dre’lon Miller, Wide Receiver – Everything is bigger in Texas, and gameday appetites are no exception. A Texas native who can line up just about anywhere on offense, Miller knows variety is key to winning gameday. The same goes for a dust-to-dawn tailgate: big energy, big flavor and a variety of Casey’s pizzas to keep everyone fueled. “For college football fans, gameday starts hours before kickoff. The traditions, food and energy make waking up early on a Saturdays worth it,” said Lauck. “Our fans are out there well before kickoff and ready to go, and Casey’s breakfast pizza is perfect for those mornings. It’s fresh, filling and easy to share with the whole crew – exactly what you want before kickoff.”
Casey’s Offers 40% of Pizza Every College Football Gameday
To help fans fuel every early tailgate, watch party and gameday gathering, Casey’s is offering 40% off any size pizza every Saturday from August 29 through January 2, 2027, with the code TOUCHDOWN online, in the Casey’s app or in store.
Every Casey’s pizza is made to order on thin crust or classic, made-from-scratch crust, making for an all-star lineup:
Breakfast Pizza: Melted cheese, scrambled eggs and choice of savory bacon, sausage or fresh veggies. A cult-favorite for 25 years, and the most popular specialty pizza on Casey’s menu, the company sold more than 2 million whole breakfast pies before noon last year. Single Topping Pizza: Signature marinara sauce, whole milk mozzarella cheese and topped with cheese, pepperoni, sausage or beef. Specialty Pizza: Perfect for meat lovers, veggie fans or anyone craving a fully loaded slice. New for a Limited Time: Barn Burner Chicken Pizza (available September 9): Crafted by a Casey’s team member, this slice has spice. Sriracha sauce base, grilled chicken, crispy bacon, real cheddar and mozzarella cheeses, red onion, jalapeños and a post-bake drizzle of Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce. To order your gameday Casey’s pizza, download the Casey’s app and join Casey’s Rewards at www.caseys.com/rewards.
Casey’s is a Fortune 500 company (Nasdaq: CASY) operating nearly 3000 convenience stores. Founded more than 50 years ago, the company has grown to become the third-largest convenience store retailer and the fifth-largest pizza chain in the United States. Casey’s provides freshly prepared foods, quality fuel and friendly service at its locations. Guests can enjoy pizza, donuts, other assorted bakery items, and a wide selection of beverages and snacks. Learn more and order online at www.caseys.com, or in the mobile app.
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College Pulse, a survey research and analytics firm specializing in the attitudes and behaviors of American college students, surveyed 1,201 students and alumni at 15 universities across 12 states in Casey's footprint — Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Kansas, Kentucky, Missouri, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, Tennessee, Texas and Wisconsin — between August 3 and August 22, 2026. The survey was commissioned by Casey’s in conjunction with College Pulse. Survey is not affiliated or endorsed by any university.
College football Saturdays are starting early this season. With more than 30 noon kickoffs in the first three weeks of the 2026-2027 season, hungry fans will be
Key Takeaways Casey's posted 5.5% inside same-store sales growth, with inside margin reaching 42.4%.Prepared food and beverages drove momentum, with 6.6% same-store sales growth and a 59.5% margin.Casey's expects inside sales to rise 2-5% in fiscal 2027 while targeting at least 120 new stores. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (CASY - Free Report) continues to benefit from solid momentum across its food and grocery categories, supporting the performance of its inside business. In the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, inside same-store sales increased 5.5%, while inside margin reached 42.4%. The performance reflects continued strength across prepared food, dispensed beverages, grocery and general merchandise, highlighting the company’s differentiated in-store offering.
A key contributor to this momentum is the prepared food and dispensed beverage category. Same-store sales increased 6.6% in the quarter, with whole pizzas, appetizers and sides supporting performance. The category generated a 59.5% margin. Casey’s has continued to broaden its food platform through Thin Crust Pizza, limited-time pizza offerings, an expanded specialty pizza menu, a revamped hot sandwich lineup and new beverage platforms.
The expansion of chicken wings provides another avenue to strengthen the prepared food platform. Casey’s expanded its sauced wings program to nearly 850 stores by the end of fiscal 2026 and plans to extend the offering across the remainder of its store base over the next two fiscal years. Management views wings as an incremental food occasion, with customers who place standalone wings orders increasing their prepared food purchase frequency by 30%.
Grocery and general merchandise are supporting the inside business through favorable category mix. Fourth-quarter same-store sales increased 5.1%, while margin reached 35.7%. Energy drinks remained a strong area within nonalcoholic beverages, while the shift toward nicotine alternatives and Casey’s broader liquor assortment are expected to provide structural margin benefits.
Casey’s expects inside same-store sales to increase 2-5% in fiscal 2027, with inside margin above 42%. Management also expects EBITDA to increase 8-10% and plans to open at least 120 stores through a mix of acquisitions and new construction. Continued development of the prepared food platform and favorable grocery category mix should provide additional support for the company’s inside-store growth strategy.
Casey's Price Performance, Valuation & EstimatesShares of the company have surged 65.5% over the past year compared with the industry’s 65.9% growth.
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From a valuation standpoint, CASY is trading at a forward 12-month price-to-sales ratio of 1.49X, up from the industry average of 1.12X. It has a Value Score of B.
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The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Casey's fiscal 2027 earnings implies year-over-year growth of 10.2%, whereas the same for fiscal 2028 indicates an uptick of 11%. Estimates for fiscal 2027 and 2028 have been revised downward by 3 cents and 6 cents, respectively, in the past seven days.
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Casey's currently has a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).
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Canada Pension Plan Investment Board acquired a new stake in Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The firm acquired 14,900 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $11,842,000.
A number of other institutional investors have also recently made changes to their positions in CASY. Fiduciary Financial Advisors acquired a new stake in Casey’s General Stores during the 2nd quarter worth approximately $26,000. Whipplewood Advisors LLC acquired a new position in shares of Casey’s General Stores in the first quarter worth $33,000. Bell Investment Advisors Inc acquired a new position in shares of Casey’s General Stores in the second quarter worth $33,000. Larson Financial Group LLC increased its position in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 252.4% during the fourth quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 74 shares of the company’s stock worth $41,000 after acquiring an additional 53 shares during the period. Finally, RMG Wealth Management LLC increased its position in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 250.0% during the first quarter. RMG Wealth Management LLC now owns 56 shares of the company’s stock worth $41,000 after acquiring an additional 40 shares during the period. Institutional investors and hedge funds own 85.63% of the company’s stock.
Insiders Place Their Bets In related news, Director Allison M. Wing sold 530 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, July 8th. The stock was sold at an average price of $837.58, for a total transaction of $443,917.40. Following the completion of the sale, the director owned 3,042 shares in the company, valued at $2,547,918.36. The trade was a 14.84% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through the SEC website. Also, CEO Darren M. Rebelez sold 19,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, July 7th. The shares were sold at an average price of $801.46, for a total value of $15,227,740.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 89,174 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $71,469,394.04. This trade represents a 17.56% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. In the last quarter, insiders have sold 30,243 shares of company stock worth $24,421,877. 0.67% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.
Casey’s General Stores Price Performance Casey’s General Stores stock opened at $755.47 on Friday. The company has a current ratio of 1.01, a quick ratio of 0.60 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59. The company has a fifty day simple moving average of $831.92 and a 200-day simple moving average of $781.32. The stock has a market cap of $27.96 billion, a P/E ratio of 39.43, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.59 and a beta of 0.61. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has a 12-month low of $490.00 and a 12-month high of $927.85. Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) last posted its earnings results on Tuesday, June 9th. The company reported $4.37 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $3.31 by $1.06. Casey’s General Stores had a return on equity of 18.73% and a net margin of 4.07%.The firm had revenue of $4.57 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $4.33 billion. During the same quarter in the prior year, the company posted $2.63 earnings per share. Casey’s General Stores’s revenue for the quarter was up 14.5% compared to the same quarter last year. Equities analysts expect that Casey’s General Stores, Inc. will post 21.11 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Casey’s General Stores Increases Dividend The firm also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, August 14th. Stockholders of record on Saturday, August 1st were given a dividend of $0.65 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend was Friday, July 31st. This represents a $2.60 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.3%. This is an increase from Casey’s General Stores’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.57. Casey’s General Stores’s payout ratio is currently 13.57%.
Analysts Set New Price Targets Several brokerages have recently issued reports on CASY. KeyCorp increased their price objective on Casey’s General Stores from $950.00 to $970.00 and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Thursday, June 11th. The Goldman Sachs Group boosted their target price on Casey’s General Stores from $695.00 to $795.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research note on Thursday, June 25th. Stephens set a $975.00 price target on Casey’s General Stores and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research report on Friday, June 12th. UBS Group reduced their price target on Casey’s General Stores from $945.00 to $925.00 and set a “neutral” rating on the stock in a research report on Thursday. Finally, Morgan Stanley upgraded Casey’s General Stores to a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, June 10th. Fourteen investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. According to data from MarketBeat, the company currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $942.87.
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Casey’s General Stores, Inc (NASDAQ: CASY) is a U.S.-based convenience store chain that operates retail fuel stations and food-focused convenience outlets. Founded in 1959 in Boone, Iowa, the company has grown from a single neighborhood store into a regional operator known for combining traditional convenience retailing—fuel, packaged goods and tobacco—with a larger emphasis on fresh and prepared foods.
The company’s stores typically offer gasoline and diesel alongside a range of grocery essentials, grab-and-go items and made-to-order foodservice.
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Casey's, the third‑largest convenience retailer and fifth‑largest pizza chain in the U.S., is teaming up with Dave Campbell's Texas Football to strengthen its connection to fans and communities throughout the state, where football traditions help bring neighbors together and fuel hometown pride.
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Marble Falls High School students enjoyed Casey’s breakfast pizza, a well-earned reward after a late-night start to football season.
Throughout the 2026 football season, Dave Campbell’s Team of the Week presented by Casey’s and Dave Campbell’s Student-Athlete of the Week presented by Casey’s will recognize standout high school football teams and students who demonstrate excellence on the field, in the classroom and in their communities. Casey’s will also hit the road throughout the season, bringing fans, schools and communities together through special gameday experiences and celebrations across Casey’s Country.
As Casey's continues to grow across Texas, the partnership reflects the company's commitment to becoming part of the communities it serves and celebrating the traditions that bring people together.
"At Casey's, we're passionate about showing up for the communities we call home, and few things bring communities together quite like Friday night lights," said StephHoppe, VP, Omnichannel Marketing at Casey's. "We're excited to recognize the hard work, leadership and determination of students and teams across the state while deepening our connection with our Texas guests and celebrating the teams, students and communities that make football season so meaningful."
The partnership launches as excitement builds for the start of football season across Texas, with communities preparing for another year of Friday night traditions, school pride and unforgettable moments under the lights.
From the anticipation of midnight practices to the first kickoff of the season, football fans across Texas know the journey starts long before Friday night with early mornings and long practices. As athletes put in the hard work during early mornings and late-night practices, Casey's helped kick off the season in Marble Falls, Texas, by serving its famous Breakfast Pizza after the team's midnight practice. Made with scratch-made dough and loaded with fan-favorite toppings, the pizza provided a well-earned meal for players as they prepared for the season ahead.
"High school football has a profound impact on communities across Texas," said Rudy Klancnik, Vice President of Sales at Dave Campbell's Texas Football. "We're proud to work with Casey's to recognize the teams and student-athletes whose dedication and achievements inspire their schools and hometowns."
Each week during the season, Dave Campbell’s Team of the Week presented by Casey’s will spotlight high school football programs that demonstrate exceptional teamwork, perseverance and community pride. Dave Campbell’s Student-Athlete of the Week presented by Casey’s will honor students who excel beyond the scoreboard through leadership, academics and service.
Teams and student athletes selected throughout the season will be featured across Dave Campbell's Texas Football platforms, helping shine a light on the stories and accomplishments that make Texas football unique.
Fans can learn more about the Team of the Week program and nominate a school throughout the season by visiting www.texasfootball.com/team-of-the-week.
About Casey’s
Casey’s is a Fortune 500 company (Nasdaq: CASY) operating nearly 3000 convenience stores. Founded more than 50 years ago, the company has grown to become the third-largest convenience store retailer and the fifth-largest pizza chain in the United States. Casey’s provides freshly prepared foods, quality fuel and friendly service at its locations. Guests can enjoy pizza, donuts, other assorted bakery items, and a wide selection of beverages and snacks. Learn more and order online at www.caseys.com, or in the mobile app.
About Dave Campbell's Texas Sports
Dave Campbell's is a legacy Texas media brand rooted in high school football, with expanding authority in all UIL sports and high school events, recruiting, and college football. We are the home to the iconic Dave Campbell's Texas Football magazine and a growing portfolio of media and digital products. We produce 2,000+ live-streamed games annually, alongside studio shows, newsletters, podcasts, and a live-scoring app. Trusted by fans, coaches, athletes, and communities statewide, our team balances editorial excellence, audience connection, and platform innovation.
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Stock to Watch: Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) Founded in 1959 and based in Ankeny, IA, Casey's General Stores, Inc. operates convenience stores primarily under the Casey's and Casey's General Store names in 19 states, mainly Iowa, Missouri and Illinois. As of April 30, 2026, the company operated 2,944 stores. Approximately 71% of all stores were located in areas with populations of fewer than 20,000 people.
CASY is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of B.
Additionally, the company could be a top pick for growth investors. CASY has a Growth Style Score of A, forecasting year-over-year earnings growth of 10.2% for the current fiscal year.
Two analysts revised their earnings estimate higher in the last 60 days for fiscal 2027, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.21 to $21.11 per share. CASY also boasts an average earnings surprise of +18.4%.
With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Growth and VGM Style Scores, CASY should be on investors' short list.
ANKENY, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Casey's, the third‑largest convenience retailer and fifth‑largest pizza chain in the U.S., is teaming up with Dave Campbell's Texas Football to strengthen its connection to fans and communities throughout the state, where football traditions help bring neighbors together and fuel hometown pride. Throughout the 2026 football season, Dave Campbell's Team of the Week presented by Casey's and Dave Campbell's Student-Athlete of the Week presented by Casey's will recogn.
Emerald Investment Advisers LLC acquired a new position in shares of Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY – Free Report) in the 2nd quarter, according to its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund acquired 4,167 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $3,312,000.
A number of other large investors have also recently made changes to their positions in CASY. NewEdge Advisors LLC lifted its position in Casey’s General Stores by 6.4% during the 1st quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC now owns 1,871 shares of the company’s stock worth $812,000 after acquiring an additional 113 shares during the period. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. increased its holdings in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 129.6% in the first quarter. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. now owns 186 shares of the company’s stock valued at $81,000 after purchasing an additional 105 shares during the period. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC increased its holdings in Casey’s General Stores by 431.7% in the 2nd quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 218 shares of the company’s stock worth $111,000 after buying an additional 177 shares during the period. Amundi acquired a new stake in shares of Casey’s General Stores in the second quarter worth $338,000. Finally, Jump Financial LLC grew its position in Casey’s General Stores by 42.6% during the 2nd quarter. Jump Financial LLC now owns 968 shares of the company’s stock worth $494,000 after purchasing an additional 289 shares during the period. 85.63% of the stock is owned by hedge funds and other institutional investors.
Casey’s General Stores Stock Up 0.9% NASDAQ CASY opened at $835.74 on Friday. The business has a fifty day moving average price of $837.28 and a 200 day moving average price of $775.89. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59, a quick ratio of 0.60 and a current ratio of 1.01. The company has a market cap of $30.93 billion, a P/E ratio of 43.62, a P/E/G ratio of 2.86 and a beta of 0.61. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has a one year low of $490.00 and a one year high of $927.85.
Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, June 9th. The company reported $4.37 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $3.31 by $1.06. The company had revenue of $4.57 billion for the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $4.33 billion. Casey’s General Stores had a net margin of 4.07% and a return on equity of 18.73%. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 14.5% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $2.63 EPS. Research analysts anticipate that Casey’s General Stores, Inc. will post 21.11 EPS for the current fiscal year. Casey’s General Stores Increases Dividend The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, August 14th. Stockholders of record on Saturday, August 1st were issued a dividend of $0.65 per share. The ex-dividend date was Friday, July 31st. This represents a $2.60 annualized dividend and a dividend yield of 0.3%. This is an increase from Casey’s General Stores’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.57. Casey’s General Stores’s payout ratio is presently 13.57%.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In CASY has been the subject of several recent research reports. Evercore reaffirmed an “outperform” rating and set a $990.00 target price on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a report on Friday, June 12th. William Blair began coverage on Casey’s General Stores in a research report on Wednesday, May 20th. They set an “outperform” rating on the stock. BMO Capital Markets upgraded Casey’s General Stores from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $950.00 price target for the company in a research note on Monday, June 29th. Morgan Stanley raised Casey’s General Stores to a “buy” rating in a report on Wednesday, June 10th. Finally, JPMorgan Chase & Co. increased their price target on Casey’s General Stores from $719.00 to $975.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research report on Friday, June 12th. Fourteen equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the company. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the stock currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $944.20.
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Insider Transactions at Casey’s General Stores In related news, CFO Stephen P. Bramlage, Jr. sold 5,700 shares of Casey’s General Stores stock in a transaction that occurred on Wednesday, July 8th. The stock was sold at an average price of $838.16, for a total transaction of $4,777,512.00. Following the transaction, the chief financial officer owned 29,677 shares in the company, valued at approximately $24,874,074.32. This trade represents a 16.11% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which can be accessed through this link. Also, insider Chad Michael Frazell sold 3,013 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction on Tuesday, June 30th. The stock was sold at an average price of $787.49, for a total value of $2,372,707.37. Following the transaction, the insider directly owned 9,823 shares in the company, valued at $7,735,514.27. This trade represents a 23.47% decrease in their position. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. In the last 90 days, insiders have sold 30,243 shares of company stock valued at $24,421,877. 0.67% of the stock is currently owned by company insiders.
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Casey’s General Stores, Inc (NASDAQ: CASY) is a U.S.-based convenience store chain that operates retail fuel stations and food-focused convenience outlets. Founded in 1959 in Boone, Iowa, the company has grown from a single neighborhood store into a regional operator known for combining traditional convenience retailing—fuel, packaged goods and tobacco—with a larger emphasis on fresh and prepared foods.
The company’s stores typically offer gasoline and diesel alongside a range of grocery essentials, grab-and-go items and made-to-order foodservice.
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BlackRock Inc. bought a new stake in Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY – Free Report) during the second quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The firm bought 3,472,484 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $2,759,895,000. BlackRock Inc. owned about 9.38% of Casey’s General Stores at the end of the most recent quarter.
Several other institutional investors and hedge funds also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Whipplewood Advisors LLC acquired a new position in shares of Casey’s General Stores in the 1st quarter valued at about $33,000. Bell Investment Advisors Inc purchased a new position in Casey’s General Stores in the second quarter valued at approximately $33,000. Larson Financial Group LLC lifted its position in Casey’s General Stores by 252.4% during the fourth quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 74 shares of the company’s stock valued at $41,000 after buying an additional 53 shares in the last quarter. RMG Wealth Management LLC grew its stake in Casey’s General Stores by 250.0% during the first quarter. RMG Wealth Management LLC now owns 56 shares of the company’s stock worth $41,000 after buying an additional 40 shares during the period. Finally, Elyxium Wealth LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Casey’s General Stores in the fourth quarter worth $43,000. 85.63% of the stock is currently owned by institutional investors and hedge funds.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades Several equities analysts recently weighed in on CASY shares. Capital One Financial began coverage on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a report on Monday, June 22nd. They set an “equal weight” rating and a $896.00 target price on the stock. Weiss Ratings cut Casey’s General Stores from a “buy (b+)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a research note on Tuesday, July 21st. KeyCorp upped their target price on Casey’s General Stores from $950.00 to $970.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Thursday, June 11th. Stephens set a $975.00 target price on Casey’s General Stores and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Friday, June 12th. Finally, Wall Street Zen upgraded Casey’s General Stores from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a research note on Saturday, June 13th. Fourteen analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to MarketBeat, the stock presently has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $944.20.
Check Out Our Latest Stock Report on Casey’s General Stores Insider Transactions at Casey’s General Stores In other Casey’s General Stores news, insider Katrina S. Lindsey sold 2,000 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Monday, June 29th. The shares were sold at an average price of $800.00, for a total transaction of $1,600,000.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider directly owned 6,668 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $5,334,400. This trade represents a 23.07% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available at the SEC website. Also, CEO Darren M. Rebelez sold 19,000 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, July 7th. The stock was sold at an average price of $801.46, for a total transaction of $15,227,740.00. Following the completion of the sale, the chief executive officer directly owned 89,174 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $71,469,394.04. The trade was a 17.56% decrease in their position. The SEC filing for this sale provides additional information. Insiders sold a total of 30,243 shares of company stock valued at $24,421,877 over the last ninety days. 0.67% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.
Casey’s General Stores Stock Performance Shares of CASY stock opened at $836.15 on Thursday. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has a 12 month low of $490.00 and a 12 month high of $927.85. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59, a current ratio of 1.01 and a quick ratio of 0.60. The firm has a market capitalization of $30.95 billion, a P/E ratio of 43.64, a P/E/G ratio of 2.56 and a beta of 0.61. The company’s fifty day moving average price is $840.22 and its two-hundred day moving average price is $773.90.
Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, June 9th. The company reported $4.37 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $3.31 by $1.06. The company had revenue of $4.57 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.33 billion. Casey’s General Stores had a return on equity of 18.73% and a net margin of 4.07%.The company’s revenue was up 14.5% on a year-over-year basis. During the same period last year, the firm earned $2.63 earnings per share. On average, research analysts anticipate that Casey’s General Stores, Inc. will post 21.14 earnings per share for the current fiscal year.
Casey’s General Stores Increases Dividend The business also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which was paid on Friday, August 14th. Investors of record on Saturday, August 1st were paid a $0.65 dividend. This represents a $2.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.3%. This is a boost from Casey’s General Stores’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.57. The ex-dividend date was Friday, July 31st. Casey’s General Stores’s payout ratio is presently 13.57%.
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Casey’s General Stores, Inc (NASDAQ: CASY) is a U.S.-based convenience store chain that operates retail fuel stations and food-focused convenience outlets. Founded in 1959 in Boone, Iowa, the company has grown from a single neighborhood store into a regional operator known for combining traditional convenience retailing—fuel, packaged goods and tobacco—with a larger emphasis on fresh and prepared foods.
The company’s stores typically offer gasoline and diesel alongside a range of grocery essentials, grab-and-go items and made-to-order foodservice.
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AssuredPartners Investment Advisors LLC bought a new position in Casey's General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: CASY) in the undefined quarter, according to the company in its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission. The institutional investor bought 8,180 shares of the company's stock, valued at approximately $6,501,000. Other institutional investors and
ANKENY, Iowa--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Casey's General Stores, Inc. (“Casey's” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CASY), one of the leading convenience store chains in the United States, will issue first quarter 2027 results after the market closes on September 8th, 2026. Casey's will hold a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, September 9th at 7:30am central to review the results. A live webcast of the event will be available on Casey's website on the Investor Relations page at https://investor.caseys.co.
Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (“Casey’s” or the “Company”) (Nasdaq: CASY), one of the leading convenience store chains in the United States, will issue first quarter 2027 results after the market closes on September 8th, 2026. Casey’s will hold a conference call and webcast on Wednesday, September 9th at 7:30am central to review the results.
A live webcast of the event will be available on Casey’s website on the Investor Relations page at https://investor.caseys.com/events-presentations. For those unable to listen to the live broadcast, an audio replay will be available on Casey’s for twelve months.
About Casey’s General Stores
Casey’s is a Fortune 500 company (Nasdaq: CASY) operating nearly 3,000 convenience stores. Founded more than 50 years ago, the company has grown to become the third-largest convenience store retailer and the fifth-largest pizza chain in the United States. Casey’s provides freshly prepared foods, quality fuel and friendly service at its locations. Guests can enjoy pizza, donuts, other assorted bakery items, and a wide selection of beverages and snacks. Learn more and order online at www.caseys.com, or in the mobile app.
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Focus List Spotlight: Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) Founded in 1959 and based in Ankeny, IA, Casey's General Stores, Inc. operates convenience stores primarily under the Casey's and Casey's General Store names in 19 states, mainly Iowa, Missouri and Illinois. As of Apr. 30, 2026, the company operated 2,944 stores. Approximately 71% of all stores were located in areas with populations of fewer than 20,000 people.
On August 20, 2019, CASY was added to the Focus List at $171.98 per share. Shares have increased 387.86% to $839.03 since then, and the company is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank.
Three analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2027. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.37 to $21.14. CASY boasts an average earnings surprise of 18.4%.
Earnings for CASY are forecasted to see growth of 10.3% for the current fiscal year as well.
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Contravisory Investment Management Inc. increased its stake in shares of Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY – Free Report) by 2,431.2% during the 2nd quarter, according to the company in its most recent filing with the SEC. The fund owned 1,215 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 1,167 shares during the quarter. Contravisory Investment Management Inc.’s holdings in Casey’s General Stores were worth $966,000 at the end of the most recent quarter.
Several other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently bought and sold shares of the stock. Everhart Financial Group Inc. grew its position in Casey’s General Stores by 14.0% in the 2nd quarter. Everhart Financial Group Inc. now owns 366 shares of the company’s stock valued at $291,000 after acquiring an additional 45 shares during the last quarter. Valeo Financial Advisors LLC lifted its position in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 20.9% during the second quarter. Valeo Financial Advisors LLC now owns 566 shares of the company’s stock worth $450,000 after purchasing an additional 98 shares during the last quarter. Czech National Bank purchased a new stake in shares of Casey’s General Stores during the second quarter valued at $8,361,000. PensionDanmark Pensionsforsikringsaktieselskab purchased a new stake in shares of Casey’s General Stores during the second quarter valued at $636,000. Finally, Assenagon Asset Management S.A. grew its holdings in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 669.9% in the second quarter. Assenagon Asset Management S.A. now owns 19,562 shares of the company’s stock worth $15,548,000 after purchasing an additional 17,021 shares during the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 85.63% of the company’s stock.
Analyst Ratings Changes CASY has been the topic of several research reports. Stephens set a $975.00 price target on Casey’s General Stores and gave the company an “overweight” rating in a research note on Friday, June 12th. Evercore reaffirmed an “outperform” rating and issued a $990.00 price objective on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a research note on Friday, June 12th. BMO Capital Markets upgraded shares of Casey’s General Stores from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $950.00 target price on the stock in a report on Monday, June 29th. The Goldman Sachs Group raised their target price on shares of Casey’s General Stores from $695.00 to $795.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research report on Thursday, June 25th. Finally, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft restated a “buy” rating and issued a $1,000.00 price target on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a report on Monday, June 15th. Fourteen analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the stock has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $944.20.
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Insider Activity In related news, insider Katrina S. Lindsey sold 2,000 shares of the stock in a transaction on Monday, June 29th. The shares were sold at an average price of $800.00, for a total transaction of $1,600,000.00. Following the sale, the insider directly owned 6,668 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $5,334,400. This represents a 23.07% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is available at this hyperlink. Also, CFO Stephen P. Bramlage, Jr. sold 5,700 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction on Wednesday, July 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $838.16, for a total transaction of $4,777,512.00. Following the sale, the chief financial officer owned 29,677 shares in the company, valued at approximately $24,874,074.32. This represents a 16.11% decrease in their position. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. Over the last 90 days, insiders sold 30,243 shares of company stock worth $24,421,877. 0.67% of the stock is currently owned by corporate insiders.
Casey’s General Stores Stock Performance Shares of CASY stock opened at $833.95 on Monday. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has a 52-week low of $490.00 and a 52-week high of $927.85. The company has a quick ratio of 0.60, a current ratio of 1.01 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59. The stock has a market cap of $30.86 billion, a PE ratio of 43.53, a price-to-earnings-growth ratio of 2.50 and a beta of 0.61. The business has a 50-day simple moving average of $829.04 and a 200-day simple moving average of $761.10.
Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) last posted its earnings results on Tuesday, June 9th. The company reported $4.37 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $3.31 by $1.06. The firm had revenue of $4.57 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $4.33 billion. Casey’s General Stores had a return on equity of 18.73% and a net margin of 4.07%.Casey’s General Stores’s revenue for the quarter was up 14.5% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period last year, the company earned $2.63 earnings per share. On average, equities analysts expect that Casey’s General Stores, Inc. will post 21.14 EPS for the current year.
Casey’s General Stores Increases Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, August 14th. Stockholders of record on Saturday, August 1st will be paid a dividend of $0.65 per share. This represents a $2.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.3%. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, July 31st. This is a positive change from Casey’s General Stores’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.57. Casey’s General Stores’s dividend payout ratio is 13.57%.
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Casey’s General Stores, Inc (NASDAQ: CASY) is a U.S.-based convenience store chain that operates retail fuel stations and food-focused convenience outlets. Founded in 1959 in Boone, Iowa, the company has grown from a single neighborhood store into a regional operator known for combining traditional convenience retailing—fuel, packaged goods and tobacco—with a larger emphasis on fresh and prepared foods.
The company’s stores typically offer gasoline and diesel alongside a range of grocery essentials, grab-and-go items and made-to-order foodservice.
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Bank of America Corp DE raised its holdings in shares of Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY – Free Report) by 93.8% in the first quarter, according to its most recent 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The fund owned 339,842 shares of the company’s stock after purchasing an additional 164,474 shares during the period. Bank of America Corp DE owned 0.92% of Casey’s General Stores worth $247,358,000 at the end of the most recent reporting period.
A number of other large investors have also recently modified their holdings of CASY. NewEdge Advisors LLC grew its holdings in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 6.4% during the 1st quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC now owns 1,871 shares of the company’s stock worth $812,000 after acquiring an additional 113 shares during the period. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. raised its position in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 129.6% in the 1st quarter. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. now owns 186 shares of the company’s stock worth $81,000 after purchasing an additional 105 shares during the last quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC lifted its stake in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 431.7% in the second quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 218 shares of the company’s stock worth $111,000 after buying an additional 177 shares in the last quarter. Amundi bought a new position in Casey’s General Stores in the 2nd quarter valued at approximately $338,000. Finally, Jump Financial LLC lifted its holdings in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 42.6% during the second quarter. Jump Financial LLC now owns 968 shares of the company’s stock valued at $494,000 after purchasing an additional 289 shares in the last quarter. Institutional investors own 85.63% of the company’s stock.
Insider Buying and Selling In other news, Director Allison M. Wing sold 530 shares of Casey’s General Stores stock in a transaction on Wednesday, July 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $837.58, for a total transaction of $443,917.40. Following the completion of the sale, the director directly owned 3,042 shares in the company, valued at approximately $2,547,918.36. The trade was a 14.84% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a filing with the SEC, which is accessible through the SEC website. Also, CEO Darren M. Rebelez sold 19,000 shares of the stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, July 7th. The shares were sold at an average price of $801.46, for a total value of $15,227,740.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 89,174 shares in the company, valued at $71,469,394.04. This represents a 17.56% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. Insiders sold a total of 30,243 shares of company stock valued at $24,421,877 in the last 90 days. 0.67% of the stock is owned by insiders.
Casey’s General Stores Stock Performance CASY stock opened at $860.37 on Tuesday. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59, a current ratio of 1.01 and a quick ratio of 0.60. The company has a market capitalization of $31.84 billion, a P/E ratio of 44.90, a PEG ratio of 2.61 and a beta of 0.61. The business has a 50-day moving average price of $824.49 and a 200 day moving average price of $755.22. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has a 1-year low of $490.00 and a 1-year high of $927.85.
Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) last announced its quarterly earnings results on Tuesday, June 9th. The company reported $4.37 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $3.31 by $1.06. The business had revenue of $4.57 billion for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.33 billion. Casey’s General Stores had a return on equity of 18.73% and a net margin of 4.07%.The business’s revenue was up 14.5% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period last year, the business posted $2.63 EPS. As a group, equities research analysts forecast that Casey’s General Stores, Inc. will post 21.14 EPS for the current fiscal year.
Casey’s General Stores Increases Dividend The firm also recently declared a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, August 14th. Stockholders of record on Saturday, August 1st will be given a dividend of $0.65 per share. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, July 31st. This is a boost from Casey’s General Stores’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.57. This represents a $2.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.3%. Casey’s General Stores’s payout ratio is currently 13.57%.
Wall Street Analyst Weigh In Several equities research analysts recently issued reports on the stock. Wall Street Zen upgraded shares of Casey’s General Stores from a “hold” rating to a “buy” rating in a report on Saturday, June 13th. Stephens set a $975.00 target price on shares of Casey’s General Stores and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research note on Friday, June 12th. Morgan Stanley raised Casey’s General Stores to a “buy” rating in a research note on Wednesday, June 10th. BNP Paribas Exane reduced their price target on shares of Casey’s General Stores from $1,032.00 to $995.00 and set an “outperform” rating on the stock in a report on Thursday, June 25th. Finally, Weiss Ratings cut Casey’s General Stores from a “buy (b+)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 21st. Fourteen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have issued a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $944.20.
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Casey’s General Stores Profile (Free Report)
Casey’s General Stores, Inc (NASDAQ: CASY) is a U.S.-based convenience store chain that operates retail fuel stations and food-focused convenience outlets. Founded in 1959 in Boone, Iowa, the company has grown from a single neighborhood store into a regional operator known for combining traditional convenience retailing—fuel, packaged goods and tobacco—with a larger emphasis on fresh and prepared foods.
The company’s stores typically offer gasoline and diesel alongside a range of grocery essentials, grab-and-go items and made-to-order foodservice.
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First Nebraska Trust Co bought a new position in Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY – Free Report) in the first quarter, according to its most recent disclosure with the SEC. The firm bought 1,172 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $853,000.
Several other institutional investors have also modified their holdings of the stock. NewEdge Advisors LLC increased its holdings in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 6.4% during the 1st quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC now owns 1,871 shares of the company’s stock worth $812,000 after buying an additional 113 shares during the last quarter. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. lifted its holdings in Casey’s General Stores by 129.6% in the first quarter. Geneos Wealth Management Inc. now owns 186 shares of the company’s stock valued at $81,000 after acquiring an additional 105 shares during the last quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC lifted its holdings in Casey’s General Stores by 431.7% in the second quarter. EverSource Wealth Advisors LLC now owns 218 shares of the company’s stock valued at $111,000 after acquiring an additional 177 shares during the last quarter. Amundi purchased a new position in Casey’s General Stores in the second quarter worth approximately $338,000. Finally, Jump Financial LLC grew its position in Casey’s General Stores by 42.6% in the second quarter. Jump Financial LLC now owns 968 shares of the company’s stock worth $494,000 after acquiring an additional 289 shares during the period. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 85.63% of the company’s stock.
Casey’s General Stores Stock Performance NASDAQ:CASY opened at $871.00 on Monday. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has a fifty-two week low of $490.00 and a fifty-two week high of $927.85. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59, a quick ratio of 0.60 and a current ratio of 1.01. The company has a 50 day moving average price of $823.78 and a 200 day moving average price of $753.42. The stock has a market capitalization of $32.24 billion, a P/E ratio of 45.46, a PEG ratio of 2.61 and a beta of 0.61.
Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) last announced its earnings results on Tuesday, June 9th. The company reported $4.37 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, beating analysts’ consensus estimates of $3.31 by $1.06. Casey’s General Stores had a return on equity of 18.73% and a net margin of 4.07%.The company had revenue of $4.57 billion for the quarter, compared to analyst estimates of $4.33 billion. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company earned $2.63 earnings per share. The firm’s quarterly revenue was up 14.5% compared to the same quarter last year. Equities research analysts forecast that Casey’s General Stores, Inc. will post 21.14 EPS for the current year.
Casey’s General Stores Increases Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, August 14th. Stockholders of record on Saturday, August 1st will be paid a $0.65 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, July 31st. This is a boost from Casey’s General Stores’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.57. This represents a $2.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.3%. Casey’s General Stores’s payout ratio is presently 13.57%.
Insider Transactions at Casey’s General Stores In related news, Director Allison M. Wing sold 530 shares of the firm’s stock in a transaction dated Wednesday, July 8th. The stock was sold at an average price of $837.58, for a total transaction of $443,917.40. Following the completion of the transaction, the director directly owned 3,042 shares in the company, valued at $2,547,918.36. This trade represents a 14.84% decrease in their position. The sale was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this link. Also, insider Chad Michael Frazell sold 3,013 shares of Casey’s General Stores stock in a transaction dated Tuesday, June 30th. The shares were sold at an average price of $787.49, for a total value of $2,372,707.37. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider directly owned 9,823 shares of the company’s stock, valued at approximately $7,735,514.27. This represents a 23.47% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. In the last three months, insiders have sold 30,243 shares of company stock worth $24,421,877. 0.67% of the stock is owned by corporate insiders.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth CASY has been the topic of a number of research analyst reports. JPMorgan Chase & Co. lifted their target price on Casey’s General Stores from $719.00 to $975.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research report on Friday, June 12th. Evercore reiterated an “outperform” rating and set a $990.00 price target on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a report on Friday, June 12th. Weiss Ratings cut Casey’s General Stores from a “buy (b+)” rating to a “buy (b)” rating in a report on Tuesday, July 21st. Wolfe Research reissued an “outperform” rating and set a $1,069.00 price objective on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a research report on Thursday, June 11th. Finally, Northcoast Research upgraded shares of Casey’s General Stores from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $950.00 price objective on the stock in a report on Monday, July 13th. Fourteen equities research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the stock. According to MarketBeat.com, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $944.20.
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Casey’s General Stores Company Profile (Free Report)
Casey’s General Stores, Inc (NASDAQ: CASY) is a U.S.-based convenience store chain that operates retail fuel stations and food-focused convenience outlets. Founded in 1959 in Boone, Iowa, the company has grown from a single neighborhood store into a regional operator known for combining traditional convenience retailing—fuel, packaged goods and tobacco—with a larger emphasis on fresh and prepared foods.
The company’s stores typically offer gasoline and diesel alongside a range of grocery essentials, grab-and-go items and made-to-order foodservice.
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Focus List Spotlight: Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) Founded in 1959 and based in Ankeny, IA, Casey's General Stores, Inc. operates convenience stores primarily under the Casey's and Casey's General Store names in 19 states, mainly Iowa, Missouri and Illinois. As of Apr. 30, 2026, the company operated 2,944 stores. Approximately 71% of all stores were located in areas with populations of fewer than 20,000 people.
Since being added to the Focus List on August 20, 2019 at $171.98 per share, shares of CASY have increased 404.42% to $867.5. The stock is currently a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank.
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Stock to Watch: Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) Founded in 1959 and based in Ankeny, IA, Casey's General Stores, Inc. operates convenience stores primarily under the Casey's and Casey's General Store names in 19 states, mainly Iowa, Missouri and Illinois. As of Apr. 30, 2026, the company operated 2,944 stores. Approximately 71% of all stores were located in areas with populations of fewer than 20,000 people.
CASY is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of B.
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Five analysts revised their earnings estimate higher in the last 60 days for fiscal 2027, while the Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.69 to $21.14 per share. CASY also boasts an average earnings surprise of +18.4%.
With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Growth and VGM Style Scores, CASY should be on investors' short list.
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Stock to Watch: Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) Founded in 1959 and based in Ankeny, IA, Casey's General Stores, Inc. operates convenience stores primarily under the Casey's and Casey's General Store names in 19 states, mainly Iowa, Missouri and Illinois. As of Apr. 30, 2026, the company operated 2,944 stores. Approximately 71% of all stores were located in areas with populations of fewer than 20,000 people.
CASY is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank, with a VGM Score of B.
Momentum investors should take note of this Retail-Wholesale stock. CASY has a Momentum Style Score of B, and shares are up 10.6% over the past four weeks.
Five analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2027. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.69 to $21.14 per share. CASY boasts an average earnings surprise of +18.4%.
With a solid Zacks Rank and top-tier Momentum and VGM Style Scores, CASY should be on investors' short list.
First Trust Advisors LP raised its stake in Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY – Free Report) by 33.6% in the 1st quarter, according to its most recent Form 13F filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The institutional investor owned 46,558 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 11,699 shares during the period. First Trust Advisors LP owned 0.13% of Casey’s General Stores worth $33,888,000 as of its most recent filing with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Several other hedge funds also recently made changes to their positions in CASY. Bellwether Advisors LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Casey’s General Stores during the first quarter worth about $1,563,000. ABN Amro Investment Solutions acquired a new stake in shares of Casey’s General Stores in the 1st quarter valued at about $986,000. PNC Financial Services Group Inc. boosted its position in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 1.8% in the 1st quarter. PNC Financial Services Group Inc. now owns 143,031 shares of the company’s stock valued at $104,107,000 after purchasing an additional 2,540 shares during the period. Allen Investment Management LLC acquired a new stake in shares of Casey’s General Stores in the 1st quarter valued at about $229,000. Finally, Commonwealth Financial Services LLC grew its stake in Casey’s General Stores by 9.5% during the 1st quarter. Commonwealth Financial Services LLC now owns 518 shares of the company’s stock worth $377,000 after buying an additional 45 shares during the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 85.63% of the company’s stock.
Insiders Place Their Bets In related news, insider Katrina S. Lindsey sold 2,000 shares of the stock in a transaction on Monday, June 29th. The stock was sold at an average price of $800.00, for a total transaction of $1,600,000.00. Following the completion of the sale, the insider directly owned 6,668 shares of the company’s stock, valued at $5,334,400. This trade represents a 23.07% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The sale was disclosed in a document filed with the Securities & Exchange Commission, which is available through this link. Also, Director Allison M. Wing sold 530 shares of Casey’s General Stores stock in a transaction on Wednesday, July 8th. The shares were sold at an average price of $837.58, for a total transaction of $443,917.40. Following the completion of the transaction, the director owned 3,042 shares in the company, valued at approximately $2,547,918.36. This trade represents a 14.84% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The disclosure for this sale is available in the SEC filing. In the last 90 days, insiders have sold 30,243 shares of company stock valued at $24,421,877. 0.67% of the stock is owned by company insiders.
Analyst Upgrades and Downgrades CASY has been the topic of several research analyst reports. Northcoast Research raised Casey’s General Stores from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $950.00 price target on the stock in a research report on Monday, July 13th. The Goldman Sachs Group increased their price objective on Casey’s General Stores from $695.00 to $795.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a report on Thursday, June 25th. KeyCorp raised their target price on shares of Casey’s General Stores from $950.00 to $970.00 and gave the stock an “overweight” rating in a research report on Thursday, June 11th. BMO Capital Markets raised shares of Casey’s General Stores from a “market perform” rating to an “outperform” rating and set a $950.00 target price on the stock in a report on Monday, June 29th. Finally, Deutsche Bank Aktiengesellschaft reiterated a “buy” rating and issued a $1,000.00 price target on shares of Casey’s General Stores in a research report on Monday, June 15th. Fourteen investment analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have issued a Hold rating to the stock. Based on data from MarketBeat.com, the company has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and an average price target of $940.00.
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Casey’s General Stores Stock Performance NASDAQ CASY opened at $856.86 on Wednesday. The company has a quick ratio of 0.60, a current ratio of 1.01 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has a 52-week low of $490.00 and a 52-week high of $927.85. The business’s 50-day moving average price is $821.71 and its 200 day moving average price is $747.62. The firm has a market cap of $31.71 billion, a P/E ratio of 44.72, a P/E/G ratio of 2.56 and a beta of 0.62.
Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) last posted its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, June 9th. The company reported $4.37 EPS for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $3.31 by $1.06. The firm had revenue of $4.57 billion during the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $4.33 billion. Casey’s General Stores had a return on equity of 18.73% and a net margin of 4.07%.The firm’s revenue was up 14.5% compared to the same quarter last year. During the same period in the prior year, the business earned $2.63 EPS. On average, equities research analysts expect that Casey’s General Stores, Inc. will post 21.14 earnings per share for the current year.
Casey’s General Stores Increases Dividend The business also recently announced a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, August 14th. Stockholders of record on Saturday, August 1st will be issued a $0.65 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, July 31st. This is an increase from Casey’s General Stores’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.57. This represents a $2.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.3%. Casey’s General Stores’s dividend payout ratio is presently 11.90%.
Casey’s General Stores Profile (Free Report)
Casey’s General Stores, Inc (NASDAQ: CASY) is a U.S.-based convenience store chain that operates retail fuel stations and food-focused convenience outlets. Founded in 1959 in Boone, Iowa, the company has grown from a single neighborhood store into a regional operator known for combining traditional convenience retailing—fuel, packaged goods and tobacco—with a larger emphasis on fresh and prepared foods.
The company’s stores typically offer gasoline and diesel alongside a range of grocery essentials, grab-and-go items and made-to-order foodservice.
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Key Takeaways The screen favors companies with low leverage, solid earnings growth, and strong financial stability.Ternium tops five low-leverage stock picks highlighted for resilience during market uncertainty.Hippo Holdings expects its Accelerant partnership to help reach a $2 billion premium target a year early. Wall Street ended yesterday’s trading session on a mixed note. While the benchmark S&P 500 and Dow Jones Industrial Average indices ended in positive territory amid sliding oil prices, tech-heavy Nasdaq slipped as plummeting chip stocks weighed on it.
The oil price drag followed a Reuters report, which stated that Iran would pause military attacks if the United States continued its own pause. On the other hand, chip stocks came under notable pressure after The Information reported that China had begun developing deep ultraviolet lithography machines, which are used to build semiconductors (as cited in CNBC).
This added further uncertainty for investors, particularly those already spooked by massive AI capital expenditure plans, leading to a sharp chip sell-off.
In times of such sector volatility and shifting macro conditions, pivoting to financially resilient companies — particularly low-leverage stocks with robust balance sheets — presents a prudent defensive strategy for the days ahead.
These fiscally conservative companies are better positioned to navigate interest rate fluctuations and geopolitical uncertainty. By providing a stable foundation in a shifting market, they can serve as a strategic hedge against a potential energy-driven economic slowdown.
We recommend low-leverage stocks, such as Ternium (TX - Free Report) , Casey’s General Stores (CASY - Free Report) , Amalgamated Financial (AMAL - Free Report) , Hippo Holdings (HIPO - Free Report) and RB Global Inc. (RBA - Free Report) . Before selecting low-leverage stocks, it is important to understand what leverage is and how investing in low-leverage companies can benefit investors.
What’s the Significance of Low-Leverage Stocks?In finance, leverage refers to the use of borrowed capital to support business operations and drive expansion. Companies typically raise such funds through debt financing, although equity financing remains an alternative. However, firms often prefer debt due to its relatively lower cost and easier availability compared to issuing equity.
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The equity market can be volatile at times. As an investor, if you want to avoid significant losses, we suggest focusing on stocks with low leverage, which are generally deemed less risky.
To identify such stocks, several leverage ratios have historically been developed to measure the amount of debt a company carries. The debt-to-equity ratio is among the most widely used financial ratios.
Analyzing Debt/EquityDebt-to-Equity Ratio = Total Liabilities/Shareholders’ Equity
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With the second-quarter 2026 earnings season in its mid-way, investors should focus on stocks that have demonstrated solid earnings growth in recent periods.
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Current Price Greater Than or Equal to 10: The stocks must be trading at $10 or higher.
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Percentage Change in EPS F(0)/F(-1) Greater Than X-Industry Median: Earnings growth adds to optimism, leading to a stock’s price appreciation.
VGM Score of A or B: Our research shows that stocks with a VGM Score of A or B, when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy), offer the best upside potential.
Estimated One-Year EPS Growth F (1)/F(0) Greater Than 5: This shows earnings growth expectations.
Zacks Rank #1 or 2: Irrespective of market conditions, stocks with a Zacks Rank #1 or 2 have a proven history of success.
Excluding stocks that have a negative or a zero debt-to-equity ratio, we present our five picks out of the 13 that made it through the screen.
Ternium: It is the leading producer of steel products in Latin America and consolidates the operations of steel companies like Hylsa in Mexico, Siderar in Argentina and Sidor in Venezuela. On July 8, 2026, Ternium released its Sustainability Report 2025, presenting the company's performance, strategy, governance and risk management across key environmental, social and governance (ESG) dimensions.
Per this report, in 2025, Ternium invested $93 million in environmental, decarbonization and energy-efficiency initiatives, and $102 million in occupational health and safety programs. Looking ahead, the company aims to achieve a 15% reduction in CO2 equivalent emissions intensity per ton of hot-rolled steel equivalent by 2030.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for TX’s 2026 sales indicates an improvement of 11.8% from the prior-year reported level. The stock boasts a long-term (three-to-five year) earnings growth rate of 48.70%. It currently sports a Zacks Rank #1.
Casey’s General Stores: It is a chain of convenience stores that operates primarily under the Casey's and Casey's General Store names in 19 U.S. states, mainly Iowa, Missouri, and Illinois. On June 24, 2026, the company unveiled its new three-year strategic plan.
The plan includes Casey’s continued investment in its made-to-order offerings, including pizza and chicken wings, as well as expansion of its private-brand portfolio. The company also aims to add at least 400 stores through a combination of strategic acquisitions and new-store development.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for CASY’s fiscal 2027 revenues indicates an improvement of 16.6% from the prior-year reported numbers. The stock boasts a long-term earnings growth rate of 15.80%. CASY currently holds a Zacks Rank #2. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
Amalgamated Financial: It is the holding company for Amalgamated Bank, which provides commercial banking and trust services nationally. On July 23, 2026, the company announced its second-quarter 2026 results.
AMAL’s operating revenues improved a solid 17% year over year to $96.1 million, while its earnings per share of $1.10 surged 25%. Its net interest margin expanded 3 basis points on a sequential basis, driven by interest income from the origination of higher-yielding commercial loans and newly purchased AFS securities.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AMAL’s 2026 revenues indicates an improvement of 13.8% from the prior-year reported number. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for AMAL’s 2026 earnings indicates an improvement of 7.7% from the prior-year reported number. It currently holds a Zacks Rank #2.
Hippo Holdings: It offers a different approach to home insurance, built from the ground up to deliver a new standard of care and protection for homeowners. On June 30, 2026, Hippo Holdings announced an enhanced partnership with Accelerant, a data-driven risk exchange platform for the specialty insurance market.
As part of this partnership, effective July 1, 2026, with the full program launching on Oct. 1, 2026, Hippo will serve as the fronting carrier for more than $500 million in annual gross written premiums across Accelerant's U.S. portfolio beginning in 2027. With this agreement in place, HIPO expects to achieve its $2 billion gross written premium target in 2027, a year ahead of the plan.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for HIPO’s 2026 revenues suggests an improvement of 20.9% from the year-ago reported level. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for HIPO’s 2026 earnings indicates an improvement of 170.6% from the prior-year reported number. It currently holds a Zacks Rank #2.
RB Global Inc.: It is an omnichannel marketplace that provides value-added insights, services and transaction solutions for buyers and sellers of commercial assets and vehicles. On July 16, 2026, the company released record results for the 2026 Australia National End of Financial Year (“EOFY”) Auctions, held across the company's national network of yards.
The auction attracted more than 2,300 buyers, with the largest share of domestic participation coming from Victoria, New South Wales and Queensland. International buyers also participated, with transactions originating from countries including the United States, New Zealand and Egypt. The auctions together generated over AU$100 million in gross transaction value (GTV), marking an extraordinary milestone for Ritchie Bros.’ Australian footprint (Ritchie Bros. is part of RBA).
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for RBA’s 2026 revenues indicates an improvement of 6.6% from the prior-year reported actuals. The stock boasts a long-term earnings growth rate of 15.40%. It currently holds a Zacks Rank #2.
Key Takeaways Dell, Life Time, Celestica and Casey's passed a screen focused on strong interest coverage ratios.Dell's sales and EPS estimates indicate growth of 53.7% and 82.5%, respectively.Celestica's sales and EPS estimates imply growth of 55% and 68.8%, respectively. We often evaluate a company based on its sales and earnings performance. However, these metrics may not be sufficient on their own. A stock may receive a short-term boost when revenues and earnings increase year over year or surpass estimates in a particular quarter, creating an opportunity for investors to capitalize on the momentum. Nevertheless, relying solely on sales and earnings figures may not generate sustainable long-term returns. As investors move into the second half of 2026, persistent inflation, moderate economic growth and elevated borrowing costs continue to keep corporate debt-servicing capacity in focus.
A critical analysis of a company’s financial health is, therefore, essential for making an informed investment decision. Coverage ratios, which measure a company’s ability to meet its financial obligations, play an important role in this analysis. A higher ratio generally indicates a stronger financial position. This article focuses on the interest coverage ratio, a key metric used to assess a company’s ability to pay interest on its outstanding debt. A strong interest coverage ratio suggests that a company is not excessively leveraged and can comfortably meet its interest expenses from operating earnings.
Interest Coverage Ratio is equal to Earnings before Interest & Taxes (EBIT) divided by Interest Expense. Dell Technologies Inc. (DELL - Free Report) , Life Time Group Holdings, Inc. (LTH - Free Report) , Celestica Inc. (CLS - Free Report) and Casey's General Stores, Inc. (CASY - Free Report) have impressive interest coverage ratios.
Why Interest Coverage Ratio?The interest coverage ratio is used to determine how effectively a company can pay the interest charges on its debt.
Debt, which is crucial for most companies to finance operations, comes at a cost called interest. Interest expense has a direct bearing on a company's profitability, and its creditworthiness depends on how effectively it meets interest obligations. Therefore, the interest coverage ratio is one of the important criteria to factor in before making any investment decision.
The interest coverage ratio suggests the number of times the interest could be paid from earnings and gauges the margin of safety a firm carries for paying interest.
An interest coverage ratio lower than 1.0 implies that the company is unable to fulfill its interest obligations and could default on repaying debt. A company that is capable of generating earnings well above its interest expense can withstand financial hardships. One should also track the company’s past performance to determine whether the interest coverage ratio has improved or worsened over time.
The Winning StrategyApart from having an Interest Coverage Ratio that is more than the industry average, adding a favorable Zacks Rank and a VGM Score of A or B to your search criteria should lead to better results.
Interest Coverage Ratio greater than X-Industry Median
Price greater than or equal to 5: The stocks must all be trading at a minimum of $5 or higher.
5-Year Historical EPS Growth (%) greater than X-Industry Median: Stocks that have a strong EPS growth history.
Projected EPS Growth (%) greater than X-Industry Median: This is the projected EPS growth over the next three to five years. This shows that the stock has near-term earnings growth potential.
Average 20-Day Volume greater than 100,000: A substantial trading volume ensures that the stock is easily tradable.
Zacks Rank less than or equal to 2: Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy) or 2 (Buy) stocks are known to outperform irrespective of the market environment.
VGM Score of less than or equal to B: Our research shows that stocks with a VGM Score of A or B, when combined with a Zacks Rank #1 or 2, offer the best upside potential.
Here are four of the 19 stocks that qualified the screening:
Dell Technologies, a global technology company that provides IT infrastructure, cloud computing, data storage and digital transformation solutions, sports a Zacks Rank #1 and has a VGM Score of B. DELL has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 18.7%, on average. You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Dell Technologies’ current financial-year sales and EPS indicates growth of 53.7% and 82.5%, respectively, from the year-ago period. The stock has soared 219.8% over the past year.
Life Time Group Holdings, the nation's premier healthy lifestyle brand, sports a Zacks Rank #1. The company has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 10.9%, on average.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Life Time Group Holdings’ current financial-year sales and EPS implies growth of 11.3% and 18.1%, respectively, from the year-ago period. LTH has a VGM Score of B. The stock has risen 52.7% over the past year.
Celestica, a global leader in data center infrastructure and advanced technology solutions, sports a Zacks Rank #1. The company has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 7.7%, on average.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Celestica’s current financial-year sales and EPS calls for growth of 55% and 68.8%, respectively, from the year-ago period. CLS has a VGM Score of B. The stock has jumped 57.6% over the past year.
Casey's, a leading convenience store chain in the United States, carries a Zacks Rank #2 and has a VGM Score of B. The company has a trailing four-quarter earnings surprise of 18.4%, on average.
The Zacks Consensus Estimate for Casey's current financial-year sales and EPS suggests growth of 16.6% and 10.3%, respectively, from the year-ago period. The stock has advanced 63.6% over the past year.
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Assetmark Inc. lifted its stake in shares of Casey’s General Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ:CASY – Free Report) by 510.2% during the first quarter, according to the company in its most recent disclosure with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The fund owned 16,055 shares of the company’s stock after acquiring an additional 13,424 shares during the period. Assetmark Inc.’s holdings in Casey’s General Stores were worth $11,686,000 as of its most recent SEC filing.
Other hedge funds and other institutional investors also recently added to or reduced their stakes in the company. Geode Capital Management LLC raised its position in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 7.4% in the fourth quarter. Geode Capital Management LLC now owns 760,438 shares of the company’s stock valued at $420,416,000 after purchasing an additional 52,250 shares during the period. Burns J W & Co. Inc. NY lifted its position in shares of Casey’s General Stores by 103.5% during the 1st quarter. Burns J W & Co. Inc. NY now owns 2,448 shares of the company’s stock worth $1,782,000 after buying an additional 1,245 shares during the period. North Dakota State Investment Board bought a new stake in Casey’s General Stores during the fourth quarter worth about $720,000. Jackson Creek Investment Advisors LLC acquired a new stake in Casey’s General Stores during the 4th quarter valued at $1,338,000. Finally, PNC Financial Services Group Inc. increased its position in Casey’s General Stores by 2.6% in the 4th quarter. PNC Financial Services Group Inc. now owns 140,491 shares of the company’s stock valued at $77,651,000 after acquiring an additional 3,553 shares in the last quarter. Hedge funds and other institutional investors own 85.63% of the company’s stock.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth A number of equities analysts have weighed in on the stock. JPMorgan Chase & Co. boosted their target price on shares of Casey’s General Stores from $719.00 to $975.00 and gave the stock a “neutral” rating in a research note on Friday, June 12th. BNP Paribas Exane lowered their price objective on Casey’s General Stores from $1,032.00 to $995.00 and set an “outperform” rating for the company in a research report on Thursday, June 25th. UBS Group upped their target price on shares of Casey’s General Stores from $805.00 to $945.00 and gave the company a “neutral” rating in a research report on Thursday, June 11th. Zacks Research lowered shares of Casey’s General Stores from a “strong-buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Friday, June 5th. Finally, Northcoast Research upgraded shares of Casey’s General Stores from a “neutral” rating to a “buy” rating and set a $950.00 price target for the company in a research report on Monday, July 13th. Fourteen research analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and six have assigned a Hold rating to the company. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company has an average rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus price target of $940.00.
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Casey’s General Stores Stock Performance Shares of NASDAQ CASY opened at $866.46 on Tuesday. The stock has a 50 day moving average of $822.35 and a 200-day moving average of $734.95. The company has a current ratio of 1.01, a quick ratio of 0.60 and a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.59. The company has a market capitalization of $32.07 billion, a P/E ratio of 45.22, a P/E/G ratio of 2.58 and a beta of 0.62. Casey’s General Stores, Inc. has a 12 month low of $490.00 and a 12 month high of $927.85.
Casey’s General Stores (NASDAQ:CASY – Get Free Report) last issued its quarterly earnings data on Tuesday, June 9th. The company reported $4.37 earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter, topping analysts’ consensus estimates of $3.31 by $1.06. The company had revenue of $4.57 billion during the quarter, compared to analysts’ expectations of $4.33 billion. Casey’s General Stores had a return on equity of 18.73% and a net margin of 4.07%.The business’s revenue was up 14.5% on a year-over-year basis. During the same quarter in the previous year, the company posted $2.63 earnings per share. As a group, equities research analysts predict that Casey’s General Stores, Inc. will post 21.14 EPS for the current year.
Casey’s General Stores Increases Dividend The company also recently disclosed a quarterly dividend, which will be paid on Friday, August 14th. Stockholders of record on Saturday, August 1st will be paid a $0.65 dividend. The ex-dividend date of this dividend is Friday, July 31st. This represents a $2.60 dividend on an annualized basis and a dividend yield of 0.3%. This is an increase from Casey’s General Stores’s previous quarterly dividend of $0.57. Casey’s General Stores’s payout ratio is currently 11.90%.
Insider Buying and Selling In other news, insider Chad Michael Frazell sold 3,013 shares of the business’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, June 30th. The stock was sold at an average price of $787.49, for a total transaction of $2,372,707.37. Following the completion of the sale, the insider owned 9,823 shares in the company, valued at $7,735,514.27. The trade was a 23.47% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is available through this hyperlink. Also, CEO Darren M. Rebelez sold 19,000 shares of the company’s stock in a transaction that occurred on Tuesday, July 7th. The stock was sold at an average price of $801.46, for a total value of $15,227,740.00. Following the transaction, the chief executive officer directly owned 89,174 shares in the company, valued at $71,469,394.04. The trade was a 17.56% decrease in their ownership of the stock. Additional details regarding this sale are available in the official SEC disclosure. In the last 90 days, insiders sold 30,243 shares of company stock worth $24,421,877. Corporate insiders own 0.54% of the company’s stock.
Casey’s General Stores Company Profile (Free Report)
Casey’s General Stores, Inc (NASDAQ: CASY) is a U.S.-based convenience store chain that operates retail fuel stations and food-focused convenience outlets. Founded in 1959 in Boone, Iowa, the company has grown from a single neighborhood store into a regional operator known for combining traditional convenience retailing—fuel, packaged goods and tobacco—with a larger emphasis on fresh and prepared foods.
The company’s stores typically offer gasoline and diesel alongside a range of grocery essentials, grab-and-go items and made-to-order foodservice.
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Focus List Spotlight: Casey's General Stores (CASY - Free Report) Founded in 1959 and based in Ankeny, IA, Casey's General Stores, Inc. operates convenience stores primarily under the Casey's and Casey's General Store names in 19 states, mainly Iowa, Missouri and Illinois. As of Apr. 30, 2026, the company operated 2,944 stores. Approximately 71% of all stores were located in areas with populations of fewer than 20,000 people.
On August 20, 2019, CASY was added to the Focus List at $171.98 per share. Shares have increased 399.55% to $859.39 since then, and the company is a #3 (Hold) on the Zacks Rank.
Four analysts revised their earnings estimate upwards in the last 60 days for fiscal 2027. The Zacks Consensus Estimate has increased $0.67 to $21.14. CASY boasts an average earnings surprise of 18.4%.
Moreover, analysts are expecting CASY's earnings to grow 10.3% for the current fiscal year.
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Casey’s CEO Executes Substantial Trim After Big GainsCasey’s General Stores NASDAQ: CASY has been on a real tear for multiple years now. Since the beginning of 2024, the stock has generated a total return of around 200%. This run includes calendar year returns of 40% or more in 2024, 2025 and 2026 so far.
Casey's General Stores Today
CASY
Casey's General Stores
$859.10 +39.27 (+4.79%)
As of 07/13/2026 04:00 PM Eastern
52-Week Range$490.00▼
$927.85Dividend Yield0.27%
P/E Ratio44.84
Price Target$940.00
The increasing popularity of the Midwest convenience store and gas station has led to impressive sales and earnings growth. Overall, Casey’s added nearly $1 billion in revenue in its impressive latest quarter compared to the same period in 2024, with sales hitting $4.57 billion. Adjusted earnings per share (EPS) also rose 87% in that time to $4.37.
However, after Casey’s large gains, CEO Darren Rebelez recently sold $15.2 million worth of shares. Barely two weeks into Q3, Casey’s insider sales have hit $20 million, more than five times the sales in all of Q2. None of these sales came under 10b5-1 plans, indicating they were discretionary. Rebelez reduced his directly held shares in Casey’s from around 108,000 to 89,174, or around a 17% decrease. He also has over 8,000 restricted stock units that he can convert into shares.
Overall, Rebelez’s move is a trim, potentially to diversify his portfolio after Casey’s strong performance. Thus, it should not induce panic; however, investors may consider trimming their positions in light of this move.
Rocket Lab CEO Sells Over $250 Million Worth of StockNext up is a stock that has been even hotter than Casey’s the past several years, Rocket Lab NASDAQ: RKLB. Shares are up well more than 1,200% since the start of 2024. Rocket Lab’s revenue in Q1 2024 was $92.8 million. In Q1 2026, that figure had more than doubled to $200.35 million, while its backlog grew to more than $2 billion.
Rocket Lab Today
$76.73 -4.31 (-5.32%)
As of 07/13/2026 04:00 PM Eastern
52-Week Range$37.57▼
$151.00Price Target$111.88
However, the space launch firm remains unprofitable, posting adjusted EPS of negative 7 cents and free cash flow of -$77.4 million. Nonetheless, shares popped over 34% after this report, and Rocket Lab’s 2026 return is near 15%.
Rocket Lab CEO Peter Beck just sold a huge $286 million worth of shares as Q3 begins. These sales are over three times higher than all of the company’s insider sales in Q2, which came in at $76 million. Beck's recent sales amount to over three million shares.
Although the filings show his percentage of ownership dropping greatly, these only account for Beck’s common share holdings. Beck also has a massive stockpile of preferred stock. A filing from a few months ago places his total shares that he could convert into common stock at nearly 46 million.
Thus, Beck’s recent sales represent a relatively small percentage of these holdings, and he still holds a massive position in Rocket Lab. Furthermore, his shares now represent a substantial amount of wealth. In turn, it is reasonable for Beck to convert a portion of his shares into cash for other purposes. Overall, investors should likely not be too worried about his recent sales.
RH Insider Sales Spike as CEO Converts Shares to Millions in CashLast up is RH NYSE: RH, which many know as Restoration Hardware. The stock has been anything but a strong performer, down over 40% since the start of 2024, and moderately in the red in 2026. After posting growth of 12% several quarters ago, RH’s revenue declined by 1.7% in its latest report. As a furniture seller, the weak housing market has been a considerable headwind for RH’s business.
RH Today
$161.95 -3.40 (-2.06%)
As of 07/13/2026 03:59 PM Eastern
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52-Week Range$106.30▼
$257.00P/E Ratio31.26
Price Target$171.71
Even as shares perform poorly, RH has seen approximately $21 million worth of insider sales in Q3 so far. This compares to just $777,000 of sales in Q2. Notably, all of these Q3 sales came from CEO Gary Friedman and were not under 10b5-1 plans.
Friedman’s latest sales barely make a dent in his overall position. Prior to these transactions, Friedman held approximately 3.35 million shares of RH. After the sales, that figure drops to only around 3.23 million, or less than a 4% decrease.
Despite the large raw spike in RH’s insider sales, the change in Friedman’s personal position is too small to influence action among other investors. Another insider, Carlos Alberini, bought $1.83 million in shares at the tail end of Q2. This move increased Alberini’s total shares held by over 50%. Between these two trades, RH’s recent insider moves provide a bullish signal more than anything else.
Analysts Eye Further Gains in Casey’s Despite CEO SalesOverall, the sales at Casey’s provide the strongest signal to investors. While trimming this name may have merit, it is also worth noting that Wall Street analysts maintain an optimistic view of CASY.
The MarketBeat consensus price target on CASY sits near $939, a figure that implies upside north of 10%. Additionally, Casey’s has been growing its dividend at a brisk pace, although its forward dividend yield is low at around 0.3%.
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