The Marzetti Company

The Marzetti Company and Tajín Announce Plans to Bring Bold, Authentic Flavor to the Dressing Aisle

The Marzetti Company announced a licensing collaboration with Tajín to bring the chile-lime brand's flavor to the shelf-stable dressing category. A Tajín-branded dressing line is expected to launch as a limited pilot as early as Spring 2027, extending Marzetti's licensing strategy beyond its restaurant-brand partnerships with Olive Garden, Chick-fil-A, and Buffalo Wild Wings. No financial terms or revenue expectations were disclosed; the near-term P&L impact is minimal but it signals a new brand-partnership growth pathway.

•6d ago

The Marzetti Company Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year Results

The Marzetti Company reported fiscal Q4 net sales of $465.0 million, a 2.2% reported decline but a 0.4% increase on an adjusted basis, driven by the new Bachan's brand acquisition. Gross profit hit a record $114.0 million with margins expanding 220 basis points to 24.5%, helping adjusted diluted EPS grow 9% to $1.46 despite acquisition-related costs. For the full fiscal year, operating cash flow reached a record $283.8 million, supported by which the company paid $108.8 million in dividends and repurchased $36.3 million in stock.

•2mo ago

The Marzetti Company Continues Higher Cash Dividend; Board of Directors Sets Annual Meeting Date and Time

The Marzetti Company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.00 per share, payable on September 30, 2026 to shareholders of record on September 8, 2026. This declaration maintains the dividend level set nine months ago, extending the company's streak to 63 consecutive years of increased regular cash dividends. The Board also scheduled the annual meeting of shareholders for November 11, 2026, which will be held in a virtual-only format.

•2mo ago

The Marzetti Company Names Mark Carter Chief Supply Chain Officer

The Marzetti Company appointed Mark Carter as Chief Supply Chain Officer, effective July 13, 2026. Carter replaces Luis Viso, who is retiring later this year, and brings 25 years of experience including leadership roles at Schwan’s and Unilever. CEO Dave Ciesinski highlighted Carter’s operational expertise as a key driver for the company's supply chain simplification and productivity goals.

•4mo ago

The Marzetti Company Continues Higher Cash Dividend

The Marzetti Company declared a quarterly cash dividend of $1.00 per share, payable June 30, 2026. This maintains the higher level set six months ago, marking the company’s 63rd consecutive year of increased regular cash dividends. The annual payout for the current fiscal year is $3.95 per share, up from $3.75 in fiscal 2025, reflecting the company’s continued strong financial position.

•5mo ago

The Marzetti Company Completes Acquisition of Bachan’s, Inc.

The Marzetti Company completed the acquisition of Bachan’s, Inc. for $400 million, expanding its portfolio in the sauce category with a fast-growing Japanese Barbecue Sauce brand. Bachan’s generated approximately $87 million in net sales over the twelve months ended December 31, 2025, and the transaction was funded using cash on hand and a $200 million term loan. CEO Dave Ciesinski highlighted the strategic fit, stating that Bachan’s premium, clean-label products are a natural complement to Marzetti’s existing offerings and distribution network.

•6mo ago