Jam, peanut butter and coffee king J.M. Smucker Co. (NYSE:SJM) rose +5.88% after topping quarterly expectations. Its adjusted EPS of $1.32 was significantly better than analysts’ comparable $1.23 estimate. The coffee segment grew nicely due to the introduction of Dunkin’ Donuts K-Cups. Additionally, Smucker’s acquisition of Big Heart Pet Brands is already going well. The gradual transformation of the business over the past few years has been impressive, and we expect more fundamental improvement.
From John Rogers (Trades, Portfolio)' Ariel Fund Third Quarter 2015 shareholder letter.
