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Sprouts Farmers Market Inc offers a unique specialty grocery experience featuring an open layout with fresh produce at the heart of the store. Sprouts inspire wellness naturally with a carefully curated assortment of better-for-you products paired with purpose-driven people. The company continues to bring the latest in wholesome, innovative products made with lifestyle-friendly ingredients such as organic, plant-based, and gluten-free. It approximately has 407 stores in 23 states. It is one of the largest and fastest-growing specialty retailers of fresh, natural and organic food in the United States.

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Sprouts Farmers Market shares are trading lower. The company reported Q4 financial results.

BMO Capital analyst Kelly Bania maintains Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) with a Market Perform and raises the price target from $140 to $180.

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BMO Capital Maintains Market Perform on Sprouts Farmers Market, Raises Price Target to $180

Goldman Sachs analyst Kate McShane maintains Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $174 to $200.

Goldman Sachs Maintains Buy on Sprouts Farmers Market, Raises Price Target to $200

Roth MKM analyst Bill Kirk maintains Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $105 to $146.

Roth MKM Maintains Neutral on Sprouts Farmers Market, Raises Price Target to $146

Wells Fargo analyst Edward Kelly maintains Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $140 to $170.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Sprouts Farmers Market, Raises Price Target to $170

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Sprouts Farmers Market Sees FY25 Adj. EPS $4.52-$4.68 Vs $4.25 Est.

Sprouts Farmers Market Sees Q1 Adj. EPS $1.51-$1.55 Vs $1.30 Est.

Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) reported quarterly earnings of $0.79 per share which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $0.73 by 8.22 percent. The company reported quarterly sales of $1.996 billion which beat the analyst consensus estimate of $1.959 billion by 1.87 percent. This is a 17.48 percent increase over sales of $1.699 billion the same period last year.

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Sprouts Farmers Market Q4 2024 Adj. EPS $0.79 Beats $0.73 Estimate, Sales $1.996B Beat $1.959B Estimate

The natural foods industry has evolved from a niche market into a mainstream sector, thanks to growing health consciousness and environmental awareness among consumers. With an increasing focus on clean eating, sustainability and ethical sourcing, natural and organic food products have rapidly gained popularity. As consumers seek products that align with their health goals, ethical farming practices and environmentally friendly production methods have become integral to the natural food movement.
Consumers are gravitating toward products that offer transparency in sourcing and minimal processing. Shoppers are scrutinizing ingredient labels, favoring organic, non-GMO (genetically modified organisms) and preservative-free options. Governments worldwide are also promoting clean eating and stricter food labeling regulations, further driving market expansion. As a result, natural food companies are seeing stronger brand loyalty and the ability to command premium pricing.
Companies like The Hain Celestial Group, Inc. HAIN and Vital Farms, Inc. VITL are responding to the rising demand for organic, clean-label and ethically sourced foods. With consumers prioritizing transparency, sustainability and minimal processing, the market for natural foods continues to grow. Expanding farm networks, plant-based innovations and a focus on humane, eco-friendly production are shaping the industry&#39;s future.
The natural foods industry is set to evolve with continuous innovation and expanding product categories. Companies are investing in plant-based alternatives, functional foods enriched with vitamins and probiotics, and sustainable farming technologies. E-commerce is also playing a crucial role in making natural foods more accessible, allowing consumers to shop for organic and gluten-free products with ease. The global <a href="https://www.globenewswire.com/news-release/2025/02/06/3021672/0/en/Global-Healthy-Foods-Market-to-Reach-USD-2-264-1-Billion-by-2035-Growing-at-a-9-7-CAGR-Future-Market-Insights-Inc.html" target="_blank">healthy foods market</a> is expected to reach $2.26 trillion by 2035.&nbsp;
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<a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2415391/is-united-natural-foods-unfi-outperforming-other-consumer-staples-stocks-this-year">United Natural</a> stands as a prominent player in the natural foods sector, serving as one of the largest distributors of organic and natural products in North America. Through its extensive network, UNFI supplies a vast array of products, including fresh produce, pantry staples, dairy alternatives and plant-based foods. With its diverse portfolio, the company caters to both retail giants and independent natural food stores, meeting the growing demand for cleaner, healthier eating options.
As the natural foods industry continues to expand, UNFI is well-positioned to capitalize on the shift toward organic, non-GMO and ethically sourced products. Its wide-reaching distribution capabilities and strategic partnerships allow the company to provide an extensive selection of natural and organic foods that appeal to health-conscious consumers. The company&#39;s natural business continues to outperform industry trends, driven by strong volume growth and enhanced supplier collaborations.&nbsp;
This Zacks Rank #2 (Buy) company is increasingly focusing on innovation and sustainability within the natural foods space. The company has committed to enhancing its supply-chain practices, reducing waste and supporting regenerative agriculture initiatives. UNFI is also working closely with suppliers to accelerate food innovation. Through its supplier go-to-market program, the company has simplified the process of bringing new natural and organic products to store shelves. This initiative has enabled suppliers to reintroduce thousands of SKUs that were previously discontinued, expanding consumer access to diverse and healthier food options. You can see <a href="https://www.zacks.com/stocks/buy-list/?ADID=zp_1link&amp;ICID=zpi%20_1link">the complete list of today&#39;s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here</a>.
<a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2416746/is-sprouts-farmers-stock-a-smart-buy-before-q4-earnings-report">Sprouts Farmers</a> has been at the forefront of the natural and organic food movement, catering to health-conscious consumers seeking fresh, high-quality and ethically sourced products. The company&#39;s commitment to fresh, organic and attribute-driven products sets it apart. With nearly 46% of total produce sales now coming from organic products, SFM continues to expand its assortment, ensuring accessibility to high-quality, responsibly sourced food.
A key element of SFM&#39;s strategy is its innovative product development and sourcing initiatives. Notable offerings include organic grass-fed meatballs, pasture-raised poultry and globally inspired Sprouts-branded items, such as Moroccan and al pastor-flavored chickpeas. These exclusive, trend-forward products cater to the evolving preferences of health-conscious consumers.
This Zacks Rank #2 company continues to strengthen its connection with customers through tailored marketing and engagement efforts, such as social media campaigns and in-store discovery events like Sprouts Brand Discovery Days. These initiatives showcase the company&#39;s differentiated offerings while attracting a younger demographic and increasing foot traffic.
<a href="https://www.zacks.com/stock/news/2417375/top-ag-tech-food-innovation-stocks-in-focus-right-now">Beyond Meat</a> is transforming plant-based food by using cleaner, healthier ingredients. The company&#39;s latest Beyond 4 products, including the Beyond Burger and Beyond Beef, are made from a blend of yellow peas, brown rice, red lentils and fava beans. These ingredients provide 21 grams of protein per serving while cutting saturated fat by 75% compared to traditional beef burgers, thanks to the use of avocado oil. This commitment to nutrition has earned recognition from the American Diabetes Association and the American Heart Association, reinforcing Beyond Meat&#39;s focus on making plant-based options both tasty and healthy.
Beyond Meat is also expanding its product range to meet evolving consumer tastes. The introduction of Beyond Sun Sausage marks a significant departure from conventional meat alternatives, embracing a new category of plant-based protein not modeled after beef, pork or poultry. This product, packed with 12 grams of protein and just 1 gram of saturated fat from avocado oil, has received strong endorsements for its clean-label approach. Furthermore, the company has unveiled Beyond Steak Filet, a whole-muscle alternative crafted from mycelium, the root-like structure of mushrooms, along with legume proteins.&nbsp;
This Zacks Rank #3 (Hold) company&#39;s commitment to food innovation extends beyond retail into food service partnerships. The reintroduction of Beyond The Original Orange Chicken at Panda Express and the expansion of Beyond Nuggets at McDonald&#39;s locations in Europe underscore its ability to integrate healthier, plant-based options into mainstream dining. At the same time, Beyond Meat is working to educate consumers on its clean-label approach, challenging misconceptions about plant-based food processing.
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Sprouts Farmers Market shares are trading higher after UBS maintained a Neutral rating on the stock and raised its price target from $132 to $195.

UBS analyst Mark Carden maintains Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) with a Neutral and raises the price target from $132 to $195.

UBS Maintains Neutral on Sprouts Farmers Market, Raises Price Target to $195

Egg prices have soared in recent months and stores are taking action to limit purchases in the wake of rising bird flu cases that could see costs <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/health-care/25/01/43372753/eggs-prices-soar-as-bird-flu-spreads-why-experts-expect-another-45-increase-in-2025">continue to rise.</a>
What Happened: The cost of eggs was up 15.2% in the<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/02/43663963/record-high-egg-prices-drive-inflation-higher-in-january"> month of January,</a> the largest increase since June 2015, which made the food item one of the biggest factors of rising inflation in the latest CPI report.
A dozen eggs costs $4.95 nationwide on average and the U.S. Department of Agriculture predicts the cost could rise another 45% in 2025 as bird flu cases rise.
Retailers including Costco (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COST#NASDAQ">COST</a>), Trader Joe's and Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) are limiting the number of eggs that consumers can buy in the wake of the surging prices and limited supplies, as <a href="https://abcnews.go.com/US/grocery-stores-limit-egg-purchases-thefts-increase-bird-flu/story?id=118732180">reported </a>by ABC News.
Bodegas in New York are taking matters into their own hands to offer a solution to consumers who need to buy a few eggs at a time and can't afford the $10+ cost per dozen eggs in the state.
Pamela's Green Deli in the Bronx is selling "loosie"-style eggs, similar to selling single cigarettes, to consumers, as <a href="https://nypost.com/2025/02/12/us-news/nyc-bodegas-selling-loosie-eggs-as-prices-of-cartons-skyrocket/">reported </a>by the New York Post.
"These people don't have enough money to buy a dozen eggs, so I have to sell them separately," Pamel's Green Deli owner Fernando Rodriguez told the Post. "When I saw how high the price of eggs has become, we decided to break it down into small bags."
Rodriguez said the store previously sold a dozen eggs for $2.49 before the recent spikes related to bird flu. A plastic bag of three eggs now sells for $2.99 at the store.
The store, which serves a large number of low-income consumers, is seeing demand for the loosies over buying a dozen eggs at a time. Rodriguez said around one-third of the store's customers are buying the three packs rather than the dozen eggs.
Rodriguez, who is from the Dominican Republic, said that his home country used to sell single eggs. "I know how difficult it is for families to afford eggs and milk."
Other bodegas are catching on to the practice and using the same method. According to the report, selling cigarettes individually is illegal and selling eggs out of the dozen could also be a potential illegal practice.
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Why It's Important: The USDA reports that 150 million poultry birds have been killed since 2022 as bird flu continues to spread across the country. The spike in bird flu is leading to less egg-producing birds and causing shortages.
The number of poultry birds killed has risen in recent months with seven million in November, 18 million in December and 23 million in January.
On Wednesday, the state of Ohio reported its first human case of bird flu with a farm worker in Mercer County being infected. There have been 68 human cases of bird flu in 11 states since 2024, as <a href="https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/health/2025/02/13/bird-flu-ohio-first-human-case/78510403007/">reported </a>by USA Today.  
People who work with poultry, dairy cows and waterfowl are most at risk of becoming infected with bird flu, like the Ohio worker.
Cal-Maine Foods Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CALM#NASDAQ">CALM</a>), the nation's largest egg producer is likely to come under pressure as egg prices rise. The company's recent second-quarter financial results saw revenue of $954.7 million significantly beat a Street consensus estimate of $751.5 million.
The company has beaten analyst estimates for earnings per share and revenue in four straight quarters according to data <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent021325&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">from Benzinga Pro</a>. The better-than-expected results come as the cost of eggs have soared for consumers.
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B of A Securities analyst Robert Ohmes maintains Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) with a Buy and raises the price target from $165 to $185.

B of A Securities Maintains Buy on Sprouts Farmers Market, Raises Price Target to $185

Sprouts Farmers Market's (NYSE:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NYSE">SFM</a>) short percent of float has risen 5.42% since its last report. The company recently reported that it has 6.61 million shares sold short, which is 10.51% of all regular shares that are available for trading. Based on its trading volume, it would take traders 4.99 days to cover their short positions on average.
<h3>Why Short Interest Matters</h3>
Short interest is the number of shares that have been sold short but have not yet been covered or closed out. <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-short-a-stock/">Short selling</a> is when a trader sells shares of a company they do not own, with the hope that the price will fall. Traders make money from short selling if the price of the stock falls and they lose if it rises.
Short interest is important to track because it can act as an indicator of market sentiment towards a particular stock. An increase in short interest can signal that investors have become more bearish, while a decrease in short interest can signal they have become more bullish.
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<h3>Sprouts Farmers Market Short Interest Graph (3 Months)</h3>
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As you can see from the chart above the percentage of shares that are sold short for Sprouts Farmers Market has grown since its last report. This does not mean that the stock is going to fall in the near-term but traders should be aware that more shares are being shorted.
<h3>Comparing Sprouts Farmers Market's Short Interest Against Its Peers</h3>
Peer comparison is a popular technique amongst analysts and investors for gauging how well a company is performing. A company's peer is another company that has similar characteristics to it, such as industry, size, age, and financial structure. You can find a company's peer group by reading its 10-K, proxy filing, or by doing your own similarity analysis.
According to <a href="https://pro.benzinga.com/">Benzinga Pro</a>, Sprouts Farmers Market's peer group average for short interest as a percentage of float is 7.78%, which means the company has more short interest than most of its peers.
Did you know that increasing short interest can actually be bullish for a stock? <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/money/how-to-make-money-on-a-short-squeeze/">This post by Benzinga Money explains how you can profit from it.</a>
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and was reviewed by an editor.

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Wells Fargo analyst Edward Kelly maintains Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) with a Equal-Weight and raises the price target from $130 to $140.

Wells Fargo Maintains Equal-Weight on Sprouts Farmers Market, Raises Price Target to $140

Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 10 years by 2.83% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 14.25%. Currently, Sprouts Farmers Market has a market capitalization of $13.92 billion. 
Buying $1000 In SFM: If an investor had bought $1000 of SFM stock 10 years ago, it would be worth $3,775.76 today based on a price of $139.25 for SFM at the time of writing.
<h3>Sprouts Farmers Market's Performance Over Last 10 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2025/1737406810_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

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The stock was up nearly 10% over the last five days, as shown on the <a href="https://bzresearch.myclickfunnels.com/benzinga-pro-content-webinar-registration/?utm_source=BZprocontent011725&amp;t=be2bearmibe3na1">Benzinga Pro chart</a> below.
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Quantum Computing Inc (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/QUBT#NASDAQ">QUBT</a>): One of the hottest sectors in 2024 and early 2025 for investors has <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/tech/25/01/42879725/nvidia-ceo-sends-quantum-stocks-lower-poll-finds-over-50-pick-rigetti-or-skip-for-2025">been quantum computing</a>. After a strong performance in 2024, Quantum Computing Inc saw shares fall on comments from NVIDIA CEO Jensen Huang and a short report. The Capybara Research <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/43052999/quantum-computing-stock-drops-over-3-during-friday-premarket-amid-fraud-allegations">alleges </a>Quantum Computing is using misleading press releases that exaggerate the company's businesses.
"Quantum Deception. QUBT Is a rampant fraud. We are short and think shareholders will be left with nothing when all is done," Capybara Research said.
Huang sent shares of stocks in the sector lower recently when he said that quantum computing applications could be 20 years away. Nvidia later announced its <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/news/25/01/43001201/nvidia-announces-first-ever-quantum-day-at-gtc-2025-days-after-jensen-huang-said-quantum-computing-is-20-years-away">first-ever quantum computing day</a> and a Microsoft executive<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/equities/25/01/42998134/qubt-qbts-up-12-rgti-gains-3-in-wednesday-premarket-quantum-computing-stocks-gain-momentum-after-microsoft-says-we-are-right-on-the-cusp-of-seeing-quantum-computers-solve-meaningful-problems"> shared positive commentary</a> on businesses preparing to be "quantum ready" by 2025.
In a recent Benzinga reader poll, Quantum Computing ranked second among four stocks in the sector that investors would most want to buy for 2025 with 24% of the vote. Beating Quantum Computing was Rigetti Computing Inc. with 33% of the vote.
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Coinbase Global (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/COIN#NASDAQ">COIN</a>): Interest in Coinbase is surging over the last week and it could be related to company announcements and<a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/01/42981650/why-cryptos-election-spending-spree-signals-a-push-for-regulatory-overhaul"> the pending inauguration</a> of President-elect Donald Trump on Jan. 20. Coinbase <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/markets/cryptocurrency/25/01/43028215/coinbase-launches-bitcoin-backed-loans-for-us-users">announced new</a> Bitcoin (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/btc/usd">BTC</a>) loans where users can borrow up to $100,000 USDC (CRYPTO: <a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/quote/">USDC</a>) and access cash without having to sell their cryptocurrency. Coinbase and other cryptocurrency-related companies could benefit from the new White House administration with Trump indicating that he could make Bitcoin <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/25/01/43047039/trump-planning-to-declare-cryptocurrency-as-national-priority-increase-engagement-with-industry-report">a national priority</a> and create a strategic reserve. The price of Bitcoin is trading higher ahead of Trump's inauguration and Coinbase shares are up over 20% in the last five days.
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Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>): The specialty grocery retailer returns to the Stock Market Index after an appearance <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/trading-ideas/24/11/41856335/benzingas-stock-whisper-index-5-stocks-investors-secretly-monitor-but-dont-talk-about-yet-42">back in November</a>. The company, which has over 400 stores in 23 states, will report fourth-quarter financial results likely in February. Analysts expect the company to show earnings per share and revenue growth on a year-over-year basis. The company has beaten analyst estimates for both earnings per share and revenue in three straight quarters. Investors may be looking to the specialty retailer as Robert F. Kennedy Jr. could become the next leader of the Department of Health and Human Services under Trump's administration. Kennedy could push for healthier food options for consumers, which could benefit retailers specializing in healthy food options like Sprouts.
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Comcast Corporation (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/CMCSA#NASDAQ">CMCSA</a>): The media company saw strong interest from readers during the week, which comes as the company has some good news and could also be on watch as an enemy of Trump. Comcast broadcast one of the opening round games of the 2024 NFL Playoffs with the match between the Washington Commanders and Tampa Bay Buccaneers <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/general/sports/25/01/43013529/amazon-scores-record-with-steelers-ravens-nfl-playoffs-stream-how-game-stacks-up-with-other-media-streamers">having an average</a> of 29 million viewers. Comcast will also air the second-round matchup of the Los Angeles Rams and Philadelphia Eagles on Sunday, Jan. 19 at 3 p.m. ET. Comcast and its stock could also be drawing attention with the <a href="https://www.benzinga.com/government/regulations/25/01/42798568/the-death-of-net-neutrality-winners-losers-and-what-it-means-for-the-future-of-the-interne">death of net neutrality</a>, which could benefit the company.
Comcast also caught the attention of Trump recently with the incoming president threatening the company after late-night talk show host Seth Meyers criticized him.
"Comcast should pay a BIG price," Trump said, as reported by <a href="https://deadline.com/2025/01/trump-seth-meyers-nbc-comcast-1236256452/">Deadline</a>.
Trump blasted Comcast previously and threatened to pull their FCC license. Trump's appointee to lead the FCC is Brendan Carr, who is considering challenging networks like Comcast's NBC for featuring Kamala Harris in a "Saturday Night Live" episode and not providing equal time to Trump.
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Sprouts Farmers Market (NASDAQ:<a class="ticker" href="https://www.benzinga.com/stock/SFM#NASDAQ">SFM</a>) has outperformed the market over the past 5 years by 34.09% on an annualized basis producing an average annual return of 46.78%. Currently, Sprouts Farmers Market has a market capitalization of $12.70 billion. 
Buying $1000 In SFM: If an investor had bought $1000 of SFM stock 5 years ago, it would be worth $6,882.94 today based on a price of $127.00 for SFM at the time of writing.
<h3>Sprouts Farmers Market's Performance Over Last 5 Years</h3>
<img src="https://www.benzinga.com/files/images/story/2024/1735654508_0.png" alt="comp_fig" />
Finally -- what's the point of all this? The key insight to take from this article is to note how much of a difference compounded returns can make in your cash growth over a period of time.
This article was generated by Benzinga's automated content engine and reviewed by an editor.

If You Invested $1000 In This Stock 5 Years Ago, You Would Have This Much Today

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