Casey’s General Stores reports Q1 EPS $5.77, consensus $5.03

Reports Q1 revenue $4.57B, consensus $4.47B. Inside same-store sales increased 4.3% compared to prior year, and 6.7% on a two-year stack basis, with an inside margin of 41.9%. Total inside gross profit increased 14.8% to $705.5 million compared to the prior year. “Casey’s delivered an excellent first quarter highlighted by strong sales growth both inside and outside the store,” said Darren Rebelez, Chairman, President and CEO. “Our inside same-store sales were driven by positive traffic growth due to our summer merchandising plan as well as our team’s outstanding execution, demonstrating our ability to serve our guests efficiently at a high level. Our fuel team did a tremendous job achieving same-store gallon growth while maintaining a healthy fuel margin. Overall, robust same-store sales combined with operating over 200 more stores than the prior year has led to outstanding financial results across the business.”