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Utz Brands, Inc. (NYSE: UTZ) is a Hanover, Pennsylvania-based manufacturer of branded salty and other savory snacks, with a portfolio that includes Utz, On The Border Chips & Dips, Zapp’s, and Boulder Canyon. This news page compiles company press releases and market updates so readers can follow how Utz communicates its performance, brand activity, and strategic priorities over time.
Recent news coverage features financial results and outlook updates, such as preliminary estimates for quarterly and full-year Net Sales and Adjusted EBITDA, as well as detailed third-quarter earnings reports. These releases often discuss Organic Net Sales, Adjusted EBITDA Margin, Net Leverage Ratio, and branded salty snacks retail sales trends, giving insight into how Utz views its operating performance within the U.S. salty snack category.
Utz news also highlights brand and product developments, including new flavor launches, packaging initiatives, and marketing campaigns. For example, Boulder Canyon communications describe national brand campaigns and collaborations, while other releases outline new snack flavors and ingredient-focused messaging, such as front-of-pack claims and plans to eliminate certified FD&C colors from the product portfolio.
Investors can find announcements about dividends, conference appearances, and webcasts, including fireside chats at investor conferences and scheduled earnings calls. These items explain when management will discuss results and provide slides or pre-recorded remarks. By reviewing this news feed, readers can track Utz’s financial disclosures, brand activity, and investor relations events in one place.
Utz Brands reported strong second-quarter results, with net sales rising 23.1% to $297.9 million. However, inflation impacted margins, with adjusted gross profit margin decreasing by 200 bps to 35.4%. The company experienced increased demand for its Power Brands, which grew 8.1% on a two-year CAGR. While net income improved to $16.2 million, rising costs are expected to affect profitability in the short term. Management anticipates benefits from cost-saving actions and pricing adjustments in the latter half of 2021, with a positive outlook for fiscal 2022.
Utz Brands, Inc. (NYSE: UTZ) has announced significant changes to its Executive Management Team as part of its growth strategy. Effective October 4, 2021, Cary Devore transitions to Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer, Ajay Kataria becomes Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, and Jim Sponaugle is appointed Executive Vice President and Chief People Officer. Todd Staub will retire on January 3, 2022, after 25 years with the company. These changes aim to enhance leadership, drive revenue growth, and optimize operations to bolster Utz's position in the snack industry.
Utz Brands, Inc. (NYSE: UTZ) will report its second quarter 2021 financial results on August 12, 2021, before market open. A conference call is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. Eastern Time to discuss these results. Investors can access the live webcast through Utz’s Investor Relations website. The company manufactures a diverse portfolio of snacks under several brands, distributing products nationally through various retail channels. More information can be found at the company's Investor Relations website.
Utz Brands, Inc. (NYSE: UTZ) has appointed Theresa Robbins Shea as Executive Vice President, General Counsel & Corporate Secretary, effective July 6, 2021. Shea will lead the legal team and be a part of the Executive Leadership Team, reporting to CEO Dylan Lissette. Her previous roles include Vice President and General Counsel at True Value Company and Senior Counsel at United Airlines. Lissette expressed confidence that Shea's experience will enhance Utz's legal and strategic framework, supporting long-term shareholder value.
Utz Brands, Inc. (NYSE: UTZ) has announced changes to its Executive Leadership Team (ELT) to drive future growth. Shane Chambers moves from CEO of the Truco/ON THE BORDER Division to Executive Vice President & Chief Growth Officer, while Mark Schreiber transitions to Executive Vice President of Sales & Chief Customer Officer. These changes aim to enhance marketing, innovation, and strategic growth initiatives. CEO Dylan Lissette emphasized the importance of these updates in sustaining Utz's sales momentum and fostering long-term success.
Utz Brands, Inc. (NYSE:UTZ) has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.05 per share on its Class A Common Stock, set to be paid on July 12, 2021, to stockholders of record as of June 21, 2021. This dividend will be financed through cash distributions from Utz Brands Holdings, LLC. Future dividends will be determined at the discretion of Utz’s Board of Directors, considering various operational and financial factors. Utz operates several facilities across the U.S., producing a variety of savory snacks.
Utz Brands (NYSE:UTZ), a top U.S. snack producer, will present at two upcoming conferences: the Oppenheimer 21st Annual Consumer Growth and E-Commerce Conference on June 16, 2021, and the Jefferies Consumer Conference on June 22, 2021. CEO Dylan Lissette and CFO Cary Devore will participate in a virtual fireside chat at the Oppenheimer conference at 2:55 p.m. ET, followed by a presentation at Jefferies at 9:45 a.m. ET. Live webcasts and 90-day replays will be available on Utz’s Investor Relations website.