# Sysco

> Sysco is a publicly traded foodservice distributor supplying ingredients, kitchen equipment, and related services to restaurants and institutional kitchens. Its physical distribution network and specialty businesses are supported by digital ordering and culinary assistance. Fiscal 2026 revenue was $84.553 billion.

- **Founded:** 1969
- **Headquarters:** Houston, United States
- **Founders:** John F. Baugh (Co-founder; founding chairman), Herbert Irving (Co-founder), Harry Rosenthal (Co-founder)
- **Products:** Broadline foodservice distribution, Sysco Shop, Sysco Portal, FreshPoint, Buckhead | Newport Meat & Seafood
- **Notable:** Grew from $115 million in aggregate sales at its 1970 public offering to $84.553 billion in fiscal 2026 sales., Corporate disclosures in October 2026 describe 333 distribution centers in 10 countries and approximately 75,000 colleagues., Expanded European operations through the approximately $3.1 billion Brakes transaction in 2016.

## Products & services

- **Broadline foodservice distribution** — Fresh and frozen ingredients, dry groceries, beverages, disposable supplies, and related items for professional kitchens.
- **Sysco Shop** — Web and mobile catalog, order placement, purchase history, shopping lists, and delivery information.
- **Sysco Portal** — Account management, recent orders, and active delivery tracking.
- **FreshPoint** — Specialty fresh produce distribution.
- **Buckhead | Newport Meat & Seafood** — Specialty protein operations and custom-cut meat and seafood.
- **Greco & Sons** — Italian specialty distribution platform.
- **Edward Don & Company** — Restaurant equipment and supplies distribution.
- **Culinary and business solutions** — Menu assistance, culinary support, and operational services for foodservice customers.

## Achievements

- Grew from $115 million in aggregate sales at its 1970 public offering to $84.553 billion in fiscal 2026 sales.
- Corporate disclosures in October 2026 describe 333 distribution centers in 10 countries and approximately 75,000 colleagues.
- Expanded European operations through the approximately $3.1 billion Brakes transaction in 2016.

## Latest updates

- **2026-10** — Scheduled fiscal 2027 first-quarter results webcast for November 3, 2026.
- **2026-10** — Closed $14.65 billion and €1.0 billion notes offerings to help finance the pending Restaurant Depot acquisition.
- **2026-09** — Announced an AI powered efficiency savings target of at least $500 million by fiscal 2029; a target, not realized savings.
- **2026-08** — Reported fiscal 2026 sales of $84.553 billion, up 3.9%.
- **2026-03** — Agreed to acquire Jetro Restaurant Depot for approximately $29.1 billion enterprise value; closing expected in calendar Q1 2027, subject to approvals and other conditions.

## Links

- Website: https://www.sysco.com/
- LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/sysco/
- Twitter/X: https://twitter.com/sysco
- YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/sysco
- Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/syscofoodie/
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SyscoFoods

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