Casey's General Stores reported strong inside sales momentum for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2026, with inside same-store sales up 5.5% and inside margin at 42.4%. Prepared food and dispensed beverages led the growth, with same-store sales rising 6.6% and a 59.5% margin, driven by whole pizzas, appetizers, and sides. The company expanded its sauced wings program to nearly 850 stores and plans to extend it to the rest of its store base over the next two fiscal years, noting that customers placing standalone wings orders increased their prepared food purchase frequency by 30%. Grocery and general merchandise same-store sales rose 5.1% with a 35.7% margin, supported by energy drinks and a shift toward nicotine alternatives. For fiscal 2027, Casey's expects inside same-store sales to increase 2-5%, inside margin above 42%, EBITDA growth of 8-10%, and at least 120 new store openings.
Caseys General Stores IncInside same-store sales up 5.5%, prepared food and grocery strength drive growth.
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