Sysco (NYSE:SYY), the leading food distribution company in the United States, was a strong performer in the first quarter. After struggling for several years with significant margin pressure, Sysco has shown signs of improvement in recent quarters. The company also announced a $3.1 billion acquisition of Brakes Group, a leading European foodservices distributor, which could provide a platform for additional non-U.S. expansion over time.
From Donald Yacktman (Trades, Portfolio)'s Yacktman Focused Fund (Trades, Portfolio) first quarter 2016 commentary.
