The $29 Billion Restaurant Depot Bet — Sysco's Big Pivot to Cash-and-Carry

On March 30, 2026, Sysco announced its acquisition of Jetro Restaurant Depot for $29.1 billion — the biggest deal in Sysco's history and a clear signal of where the company is headed. Any candidate interviewing at Sysco in fiscal 2026 or 2027 needs to understand what this deal means, why it matters, and how it changes the strategic conversation. This module makes the deal concrete and gives you the language to reference it intelligently.