Casey's General Stores (NASDAQ: CASY) reported Q2 EPS of $5.53, $0.35 better than the analyst estimate of $5.18. Revenue for the quarter came in at $4.51 billion versus the consensus estimate of $4.5 billion.

Fiscal 2026 Outlook

• As a result of the strong financial performance year-to-date, fiscal 2026 EBITDA is expected to increase 15% to 17%. The Company now expects inside same-store sales to increase 3% to 4% and an inside margin of 41% to 42%. The tax rate is now expected to be 24% to 25% for the fiscal year.
• The Company is not updating its outlook for the following metrics. The Company expects same-store fuel gallons sold to be negative 1% to positive 1%. Total operating expenses are expected to increase approximately 8% to 10%. The Company expects to open at least 80 stores in fiscal 2026, through a mix of M&A and new store construction, bringing the three-year strategic plan period total to approximately 500 stores. Net interest expense is expected to be approximately $110 million. Depreciation and amortization is expected to be approximately $450 million and the purchase of property and equipment is expected to be approximately $600 million.

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