Casey’s General Stores reports Q3 EPS $2.33, consensus $2.14

Reports Q3 revenue $3.33B, consensus $3.51B. Q3 inside same-store sales increased 4.1% compared to prior year, and 9.9% on a two-year stack basis, with an inside margin of 41.3%. “Casey’s delivered another solid quarter highlighted by inside gross profit growth,” said Darren Rebelez, CEO. “Inside same-store sales were driven by prepared food and dispensed beverage, with whole pies and hot sandwiches performing exceptionally well. Our fuel team navigated a rising cost environment and delivered nearly flat gallon volume and a 37.3 cents per gallon fuel margin. The operations team performed exceptionally well this quarter integrating multiple acquisitions, reducing same-store labor hours while growing sales and driving positive guest satisfaction scores.”