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The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) is a specialty packaged foods manufacturer operating in the consumer defensive sector, with products sold through both retail and foodservice channels. Company news releases describe a portfolio that includes Marzetti dressings and dips, New York Bakery garlic breads, Sister Schubert’s dinner rolls, and licensed restaurant-brand sauces and dressings for names such as Olive Garden, Chick-fil-A, Buffalo Wild Wings, Arby’s, Subway, and Texas Roadhouse.
The news flow for The Marzetti Company often centers on financial results, dividend actions, brand and product developments, and corporate milestones. Earnings announcements provide updates on net sales, gross profit, operating income, and segment performance for the Retail and Foodservice businesses, along with commentary on factors such as cost savings programs, marketing investments, and manufacturing network changes. Dividend-related news highlights the company’s long record of consecutive quarterly cash dividends and regular dividend increases.
Product and brand news includes items such as the launch of Buffalo Wild Wings hot sauces for retail, reflecting the company’s use of licensing agreements to bring restaurant flavors into the home. Corporate updates have also covered the rebranding of the former Lancaster Colony Corporation as The Marzetti Company and related events such as ringing the Nasdaq closing bell under the MZTI ticker.
Investors and followers of MZTI can use this news page to review company-issued press releases on quarterly and annual results, dividend declarations, licensing expansions, manufacturing initiatives, and shareholder events such as conference calls and annual meetings.
The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) reported fiscal third quarter results for the period ended March 31, 2026. Consolidated net sales declined 1.0% to $453.4M; adjusted net sales excluding a temporary supply agreement were $451.8M. Third-quarter gross profit reached a record $107.2M and gross margin improved ~50 basis points to 23.6%. SG&A rose to $61.4M driven by acquisition-related costs and investments. Net income was $37.1M, or $1.35 per diluted share. The company completed the acquisition of Bachan’s on May 1, 2026. A conference call was held May 4, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. ET.
The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) completed its acquisition of Bachan’s, a Japanese barbecue sauce brand, for $400 million on May 1, 2026. Bachan’s reported ~$87 million in net sales for the twelve months ended December 31, 2025. The deal was financed with cash on hand and a $200 million term loan. Management highlighted expanded retail and foodservice distribution, supply chain scale, and product innovation as strategic benefits for Marzetti’s sauce portfolio.
The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) will release its third quarter fiscal 2026 results before market open on Monday, May 4, 2026 and will host a conference call and live webcast at 10:00 am ET the same day to review the results.
Investors can register and listen via the company investor website and contact Investor Relations for additional details.
The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) launched Marzetti Protein Ranch, a first-to-category dressing and dip line offering 3–4 grams of milk protein per serving and fewer calories than the brand's other Ranch options. SKUs include a 13 oz. dressing, 12 oz. dip, and snack packs.
Marzetti said the products will be available at major grocery stores nationwide beginning Spring 2026, aimed at shoppers prioritizing protein while retaining classic Ranch flavor.
The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) launched Marzetti Simply Dressed, a new line of salad dressings featuring simple, recognizable ingredients and homemade flavors. The line includes Homestyle Ranch, Creamy Caesar, Balsamic Vinaigrette, Lemon Vinaigrette, Strawberry Poppyseed and Avocado Green Goddess.
According to the company, Simply Dressed will roll out to grocery store shelves nationwide beginning Spring 2026 and will replace the prior Marzetti Simply dressing line.
The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) announced the appointment of Greg Hughes to its Board of Directors effective February 11, 2026. Mr. Hughes is currently President and CEO of Suntory Global Spirits and has prior leadership experience at Kraft and Bel Brands.
His experience in marketing, brand development and operations is cited as supportive of Marzetti’s growth strategy. Mr. Hughes holds a BA from the University of Kansas and an MBA from Northwestern Kellogg School of Management.
The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) announced a quarterly cash dividend of $1.00 per common share, payable March 31, 2026, to shareholders of record on March 6, 2026. This maintains the higher level set three months ago and continues the company’s 63rd consecutive year of increased regular cash dividends.
The company said the indicated annual payout for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2026 is $3.95 per share, up from $3.75 in fiscal 2025. Common shares outstanding are approximately 27,423,000.
The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) agreed to acquire Bachan’s, Inc., a Japanese barbecue sauce brand, for a $400 million purchase price subject to customary adjustments. Bachan’s reported approximately $87 million in net sales for the 12 months ended December 31, 2025.
The deal is expected to close before Marzetti’s fiscal year end on June 30, 2026, subject to regulatory approval and customary closing conditions, and will be funded with cash on hand plus additional financing.
The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) reported fiscal Q2 results for the quarter ended December 31, 2025: consolidated net sales of $518.0M (+1.7%) and adjusted consolidated net sales of $509.8M. Record consolidated gross profit was $137.3M with adjusted gross margin up 80 bps to 26.9%. Net income rose to $59.1M, or $2.15 per diluted share. The company declared and paid a quarterly cash dividend of $1.00 per share, repurchased $20.1M of stock, and entered a definitive agreement to acquire Bachan’s.
The Marzetti Company (Nasdaq: MZTI) will release second quarter fiscal 2026 financial results before the market opens on Tuesday, February 3, 2026.
The company will host a conference call and live webcast the same day at 10:00 AM ET to review results. Investors can access the webcast at investors.marzetticompany.com by clicking the webcast link and completing registration.
Investor contact: Dale N. Ganobsik, Vice President, Corporate Finance and Investor Relations; Phone: 614/224-7141; Email: ir@marzetti.com.