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Shares of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. NGVC have gained 3.6% since the company reported earnings for the quarter ended March 31, 2026, outperforming the S&P 500 index’s 1.1% increase over the same period. Over the past month, however, the stock rose 6.4%, slightly trailing the S&P 500’s 6.8% advance. Natural Grocers reported second-quarter fiscal 2026 earnings per share of 58 cents, which rose from 56 cents a year earlier. Net sales of $337.4 million denoted a 0.5% rise from $335.8 million in the year-ago quarter, driven by gains in comparable store sales and contributions from new stores. Daily average comparable store sales also increased 0.5%, while net income climbed 2.5% to $13.4 million. Adjusted EBITDA increased 4% to $27.4 million, reflecting disciplined expense management and improved operating efficiency. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. price-consensus-eps-surprise-chart | Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. Quote Comparable sales growth was supported by a 1.6% increase in average transaction size, partly offset by a 1.1% decline in transaction count. On a two-year basis, comparable sales increased 9.4%, which management said continued to outpace broader grocery industry trends. Dairy, produce and meat remained the strongest-performing categories during the quarter. Gross profit rose to $102.4 million from $101.7 million in the prior-year quarter, while gross margin expanded 10 basis points to 30.4%. Management attributed the improvement primarily to lower occupancy costs as a percentage of sales and stable product margins, including inventory shrink. Store expenses declined 1.6% to $71.6 million due to expense management initiatives, lowering store expenses as a percentage of net sales to 21.2% from 21.7%. Administrative expenses increased 10% to $12.1 million, largely due to higher technology-related spending associated with the company’s enterprise resource planning (ERP) system upgrade. Despite those higher costs, operating income increased 3.1% to $18.1 million, and operating margin improved to 5.4% from 5.2% a year earlier. Management characterized the quarter as resilient despite a challenging consumer backdrop. Co-president Kemper Isely said the company benefited from strong store-level execution and value-focused positioning in natural and organic grocery retail. On the earnings call, he noted that consumers conti...

Interested in Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.? Here are five stocks we like better. Natural Grocers posted modest second-quarter gains, with net sales up 0.5% to $337.4 million and diluted EPS rising to $0.58, helped by disciplined expense control and a higher gross margin. Comparable sales increased just 0.5% as a larger basket size offset fewer transactions, while management said cautious, value-focused consumer behavior continued to pressure traffic among less loyal shoppers. The company completed a major ERP system upgrade and kept its store expansion plan intact, targeting six to eight new stores in fiscal 2026, while narrowing comparable-sales guidance and raising the low end of its full-year EPS outlook to $2.07-$2.15. Analysts' Top 3 Retail Picks Gearing Up for a Strong 2025 Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage (NYSE:NGVC) reported modest sales growth and higher earnings for its fiscal second quarter, as management said disciplined expense controls and store execution helped offset a more cautious consumer environment. On the company’s earnings call, Chairman and Co-President Kemper Isely said Natural Grocers “performed well in a challenging environment,” with diluted earnings per share rising 3.6% despite softer comparable sales growth against a difficult prior-year comparison. Comparable store sales increased 0.5% in the quarter, following an 8.9% comp in the same period last year. Isely said the company’s two-year comparable sales growth of 9.4% demonstrated “solid growth relative to the broader grocery retail industry.” → Rocket Lab Just Hit a New All-Time High—Time to Buy or Let It Breathe? Management attributed the slower near-term sales trend to continued economic uncertainty and value-focused shopping behavior across grocery retail. Isely said Natural Grocers continues to position itself as “the value option in natural and organic grocery retail,” pointing to its “always affordable” pricing strategy and promotional campaigns featuring staple products and the company’s private-label Natural Grocers brand. Chief Financial Officer Richard Hallé said net sales increased 0.5% year over year to $337.4 million. Daily average comparable store sales also rose 0.5%, driven by a 1.6% increase in basket size, partly offset by a 1.1% decline in transaction count. → MercadoLibre Boldly Invests in Growth: Discount Deepens Hallé said the basket comp i...

Image source: The Motley Fool. Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:30 p.m. ET Co-President — Kemper Isely Chief Financial Officer — Richard Hallé Kemper Isely: Thank you, Jessica, and good afternoon, everyone. During today's call, I will provide an overview of our financial results and highlight progress on initiatives driving long-term value creation. Then Rich will discuss the second quarter results in greater detail and review our fiscal year guidance. We performed well in a challenging environment, driven by strong store-level execution and disciplined expense management, delivering diluted earnings per share growth of 3.6%. There are a few underlying trends I want to highlight. In the second quarter, comparable store sales increased 0.5% while cycling an 8.9% comp last year. On a 2-year basis, comps of 9.4% continued to demonstrate solid growth relative to the broader grocery retail industry. We believe the second quarter sales trends reflected continued economic uncertainty and value-seeking consumer spending behaviors observed broadly across the grocery retail sector. Furthermore, in the second quarter, we continued to see strong membership gains in our {N}power rewards program and net sales penetration increased 3 percentage points to 84%, highlighting our customers' appreciation for the program's value and benefits. {N}power remains an effective tool for optimizing promotional activity and strengthening customer engagement. Natural Grocers is the value option in natural and organic grocery retail. Our marketing and communications continue to feature our always-affordable prices, including the even more affordable campaign, which highlights a rotating assortment of staples, including our Natural Grocers brand products. We believe the consumer prioritization of health and wellness, including food and nutrition, is growing and enduring. Our differentiated natural and organic offering, supported by rigorous standards and our always-affordable pricing strategy continues to deliver strong value and reinforce our competitive positioning. Next, I will highlight an important milestone, which is consistent with management's long-term focus. During the second quarter, we successfully completed a major upgrade to our enterprise resource planning system. The ERP platform supports the majority of our functional areas, making this the most comprehensive systems implementat...

Our analysts just identified a stock with the potential to be the next Nvidia. Tell us how you invest and we'll show you why it's our #1 pick. Tap here. Performance was characterized by a 0.5% comparable store sales increase, which management views as solid given the difficult comparison against an 8.9% comp in the prior year. Management attributes the current sales environment to continued economic uncertainty and value-seeking behaviors observed across the broader grocery retail sector. The {N}power rewards program reached 84% sales penetration, serving as a critical tool for optimizing promotional activity and maintaining engagement with loyal customers. The company successfully completed its most comprehensive ERP system upgrade to date, intended to enhance operational efficiency and provide a scalable foundation for data analytics. Natural Grocers is positioning itself as the 'value option' in the organic space, utilizing the 'Even More Affordable' campaign to highlight staples and private label products. Growth in differentiated categories like dairy, produce, and meat continues to outpace other segments, reinforcing the company's specialized market position. Private label penetration increased 120 basis points to 9.8% of total sales, reflecting consumer shifts toward the company's internal brand for better value. Management expects second-half sales comps to range between 2% and 4%, with the third quarter at the lower end due to strong prior-year comparisons. The company is targeting a 4% to 5% annual new store unit growth rate for the foreseeable future, with 6 to 8 new stores planned for fiscal 2026. Full-year guidance assumes modest inflation in line with current trends and relatively flat gross margins depending on the intensity of promotional activity. Capital expenditure guidance was refined to $45 million to $50 million, primarily supporting new store openings and real property acquisitions. The company anticipates approximately $0.09 of diluted earnings per share impact from incremental investments in new store openings and related pre-opening expenses. The company received a $2 million insurance recovery (approximately $0.065 per share) related to a June 2025 cybersecurity incident at its main distributor. Administrative expenses rose 10% during the quarter, largely driven by technology costs associated with the finalization of the ERP upgrad...

LAKEWOOD, Colo., May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC) today announced results for its second quarter of fiscal 2026 ended March 31, 2026. Highlights for Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Compared to Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Net sales increased 0.5% to $337.4 million; Daily average comparable store sales increased 0.5%, and 9.4% on a two-year basis; Net income increased 2.5% to $13.4 million, with diluted earnings per share of $0.58; Adjusted EBITDA increased 4.0% to $27.4 million; and Opened one new store. "We performed well in a challenging environment, delivering earnings growth through strong store‑level execution and disciplined expense management," said Kemper Isely, Co-President. "We believe that consumer prioritization of health and wellness, including food and nutrition, is growing and enduring. Our differentiated natural and organic offering, supported by rigorous standards and our Always AffordableSM pricing strategy, continues to deliver strong value and reinforces our competitive positioning." In addition to presenting the financial results of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. and its subsidiaries (collectively, the Company) in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles (GAAP), the Company is also presenting EBITDA and Adjusted EBITDA, which are non-GAAP financial measures. The reconciliation from GAAP to these non-GAAP financial measures is provided at the end of this earnings release. Operating Results — Second Quarter Fiscal 2026 Compared to Second Quarter Fiscal 2025 Net sales during the second quarter of fiscal 2026 increased $1.6 million, or 0.5%, to $337.4 million, compared to the second quarter of fiscal 2025, due to a $1.7 million increase in comparable store sales and a $1.1 million increase in new store sales, partially offset by a $1.1 million decrease in net sales related to closed stores. Daily average comparable store sales increased 0.5% in the second quarter of fiscal 2026, comprised of a 1.6% increase in daily average transaction size and a 1.1% decrease in daily average transaction count. Gross profit during the second quarter of fiscal 2026 increased $0.7 million to $102.4 million. Gross profit reflects earnings after product and store occupancy costs. Gross margin increased by 10 basis points to 30.4% during the second quarter of fiscal 2026, compared to 30.3%...

LAKEWOOD, Colo., May 7, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC) today announced that the Company's Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15 per common share. The dividend will be paid on June 3, 2026 to all stockholders of record at the close of business on May 18, 2026. About Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC) is an expanding specialty retailer of natural and organic groceries, body care products and dietary supplements. The grocery products sold by Natural Grocers must meet strict quality guidelines and may not contain artificial flavors, preservatives, or sweeteners (as defined in its standards), synthetic colors, or partially hydrogenated or hydrogenated oils. The Company sells only USDA certified organic produce and exclusively pasture-raised, non-confinement dairy products, and free-range eggs. Natural Grocers' flexible smaller-store format allows it to offer affordable prices in a shopper-friendly, clean and convenient retail environment. The Company also provides extensive free science-based nutrition education programs to help customers make informed health and nutrition choices. The Company, founded in 1955, has 170 stores in 21 states. Visit www.NaturalGrocers.com for more information and store locations. Forward-Looking Statements The following constitutes a "safe harbor" statement under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Except for the historical information contained herein, statements in this release are "forward-looking statements" and are based on management's current expectations and are subject to uncertainty and changes in circumstances. All statements that are not statements of historical fact are forward-looking statements. Actual results could differ materially from these expectations due to changes in global, national, regional or local political, economic, inflationary, disinflationary, recessionary, business, interest rate, labor market, competitive, market, regulatory, trade policy, supply chain and other factors, and other risks detailed in the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K and the Company's subsequent quarterly reports on Form 10-Q. The information contained herein speaks only as of the date of this release and the Company undertakes no obligation to publicly update forward-looking statement...

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — LAKEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Inc. (NGVC) on Thursday reported earnings of $13.4 million in its fiscal second quarter. The Lakewood, Colorado-based company said it had profit of 58 cents per share. The retailer of natural and organic groceries and dietary supplements posted revenue of $337.4 million in the period. Natural Grocers expects full-year earnings to be $2.07 to $2.15 per share. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on NGVC at https://www.zacks.com/ap/NGVC

LAKEWOOD, Colo., April 23, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC) today announced that the Company will release its second quarter fiscal year 2026 financial results after the market close on Thursday, May 7, 2026. Following the release via the wire services, the Company will host a conference call with financial analysts and investors at 2:30 p.m. Mountain Time (4:30 p.m. Eastern Time). To participate in the conference call, dial 1-888-347-6606 (U.S.); 1-855-669-9657 (Canada); or 1-412-902-4289 (International). The conference ID is "Natural Grocers Q2 FY 2026 Earnings Call." Please dial in at least five minutes before the start of the conference call. Investors and other parties may listen to the webcast of the conference call by logging on via the Investor Relations section of the Company's website at http://investors.naturalgrocers.com/ or directly at https://app.webinar.net/WaQN7Wpl9Xq. An audio recording of the conference call will be archived for a minimum of 20 days on the Company's website at http://investors.naturalgrocers.com/. About Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC) is an expanding specialty retailer of natural and organic groceries, body care products and dietary supplements. The grocery products sold by Natural Grocers must meet strict quality guidelines and may not contain artificial flavors, preservatives, or sweeteners (as defined in its standards), synthetic colors, or partially hydrogenated or hydrogenated oils. The Company sells only USDA certified organic produce and exclusively pasture-raised, non-confinement dairy products, and free-range eggs. Natural Grocers' flexible smaller-store format allows it to offer affordable prices in a shopper-friendly, clean and convenient retail environment. The Company also provides extensive free science-based nutrition education programs to help customers make informed health and nutrition choices. The Company, founded in 1955, has 169 stores in 21 states. Visit www.NaturalGrocers.com for more information and store locations. Investor Contact: Reed Anderson, ICR, 646-277-1260, [email protected] View original content to download multimedia:https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/natural-grocers-by-vitamin-cottage-inc-announces-second-quarter-fiscal-year-2026-earnings-conference-call-and-webcast-302752040.h...

Shares of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. NGVC have declined 9.8% since the company reported its earnings for the quarter ended Dec. 31, 2025. This compares to the S&P 500 index’s 0.9% growth over the same time frame. Over the past month, the stock has declined 3.7% compared with the S&P 500’s 0.4% decrease. For the fiscal first quarter of 2026, Natural Grocers reported earnings per share of 49 cents, up from 43 cents in the same period last year. Net sales of $335.6 million represented a 1.6% increase compared to the year-ago quarter. The company attributed the sales growth to a 1.7% increase in daily average comparable store sales, driven by a 1% increase in transaction count and a 0.7% rise in transaction size. Net income rose 14% year over year to $11.3 million. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. price-consensus-eps-surprise-chart | Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. Quote Gross profit for the quarter remained relatively flat at $98.9 million, increasing less than $0.1 million compared to the prior-year quarter. However, gross margin contracted by 40 basis points to 29.5% from 29.9%, largely due to lower product margins stemming from increased inventory shrink. Despite the pressure on gross margin, operational efficiencies provided some relief. Store expenses declined 0.7% to $73 million, and as a percentage of net sales, fell to 21.8% from 22.3%. Administrative expenses decreased more sharply by 5.9% to $10.8 million, driven by the absence of one-time costs incurred in the prior year related to a Chief Financial Officer transition. These cost controls helped lift operating income by 9.7% to $14.6 million, with the operating margin expanding to 4.4%, up from 4% in the year-ago period. Adjusted EBITDA grew 3.1% to $23.5 million, up from $22.8 million a year ago. EBITDA rose 6.2% year over year to $22.6 million, up from $21.3 million. As a percentage of net sales, EBITDA improved to 6.7% compared to 6.4% in the prior year. Adjusted EBITDA represented 7% of net sales, a slight increase from 6.9%, reflecting continued efficiency in operations despite margin pressures. Management noted that the quarterly performance was in line with expectations and reaffirmed its full-year guidance. Co-president Kemper Isely highlighted the effectiveness of the company’s "Always AffordableSM" pricing strategy and the appeal of its high-quality natural an...

Q1 results were in line with expectations: net sales rose 1.6% to $335.6 million, daily average comparable-store sales grew 1.7% (two-year comp 10.6%), diluted EPS increased 14% to $0.49, and management reaffirmed fiscal 2026 guidance. The Npower rewards program is driving outperformance — penetration rose 2 points to 83%, with rewards members delivering stronger sales while less-engaged, income-constrained shoppers pulled back. Gross margin declined 40 basis points to 29.5% mainly due to higher inventory shrink (partly cyclical and isolated events), but operating income rose and the company plans to open six to eight new stores while targeting fiscal 2026 diluted EPS of $2.00–$2.15. Interested in Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.? Here are five stocks we like better. Analysts' Top 3 Retail Picks Gearing Up for a Strong 2025 Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage (NYSE:NGVC) executives told investors the company’s first quarter fiscal 2026 results were “in line with expectations,” citing continued comparable sales growth, double-digit earnings-per-share growth, and ongoing momentum in its {N}power rewards program. Management also maintained its full-year outlook while acknowledging cautious consumer spending behavior across the grocery sector. Co-President Kemper Isely said first-quarter daily average comparable store sales grew 1.7%, cycling an 8.9% comp in the year-ago period. He highlighted a two-year comp of 10.6%, which he said reflects “a robust growth rate relative to the broader grocery retail industry.” → With New CEOs, Is Walmart or Target the Better Buy Going Forward? Chief Financial Officer Richard Hallé reported net sales increased 1.6% year over year to $335.6 million. Comparable transaction count rose 1%, while comparable transaction size increased 0.7%, which included “annualized product inflation of approximately 2% to 2.5%.” Items per basket were down less than half an item year over year. Hallé said the company continued to see its greatest sales growth in meat, dairy, and produce, which he described as some of Natural Grocers’ most differentiated offerings. He also noted a modest decline in transactions using SNAP EBT, which represents approximately 2% of net sales, and said the reduction was “immaterial” to the overall sales comp for the quarter. → IREN Earnings Were Ugly—Is a Beautiful Future Already Funded? Management pointed to a d...

LAKEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — LAKEWOOD, Colo. (AP) — Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Inc. (NGVC) on Thursday reported profit of $11.3 million in its fiscal first quarter. The Lakewood, Colorado-based company said it had net income of 49 cents per share. The retailer of natural and organic groceries and dietary supplements posted revenue of $335.6 million in the period. _____ This story was generated by Automated Insights (http://automatedinsights.com/ap) using data from Zacks Investment Research. Access a Zacks stock report on NGVC at https://www.zacks.com/ap/NGVC