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Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage (NGVC)
NYSE:NGVC
Earnings Data
Report Date
May 07, 2026After Close (Confirmed)
Period Ending
2026 (Q2)Consensus EPS Forecast
0.57Last Year’s EPS
0.75Same Quarter Last Year
Based on 0 Analysts Ratings
Earnings Call Summary
Earnings Call Sentiment|Positive
The call presents more positive than negative developments: modest top-line growth, strong two-year comps, double-digit EPS growth, substantial operating income improvement, rewards penetration gains, private-label expansion, and healthy cash flow and liquidity. Headwinds include a 40-basis-point gross margin decline primarily from inventory shrink and one-time events, cautious consumer behavior reducing items per basket, slight weakness in high-margin categories (supplements), and a ~$0.12 per-share near-term drag from accelerated store openings. Management reaffirmed guidance and articulated a clear growth and investment plan, balancing short-term margin pressures with longer-term growth initiatives.Company Guidance
Revenue Growth
Net sales increased 1.6% year-over-year to $335.6 million in Q1 FY2026.
Comparable Store Sales and Two-Year Stack
Daily average comparable store sales grew 1.7% vs. prior year and 10.6% on a two-year basis, reflecting continued outperformance versus broader grocery retail trends.
Earnings and Profitability Gains
Diluted EPS increased 14% to $0.49 and net income increased 14% to $11.3 million. Operating income nearly doubled, increasing 97% to $14.6 million.
Adjusted EBITDA Improvement
Adjusted EBITDA increased 3.1% to $23.5 million, showing incremental underlying profitability despite margin headwinds.
Rewards Program Momentum
nPower Rewards net sales penetration rose 2 percentage points to 83%, driven by strong membership gains and higher traffic from rewards members.
Private Label Progress
Natural Grocers brand products accounted for 9.6% of total sales, up 70 basis points year-over-year, aided by marketing and new product introductions.
Healthy Cash Flow and Liquidity
Generated $21.1 million in cash from operations, invested $9.6 million in capex, resulting in $11.6 million of free cash flow. Ended the quarter with $23.2 million cash, no borrowings, and $67.6 million available on the revolving credit facility.
Affirmed FY2026 Guidance and Growth Plan
Management maintained full-year guidance: open 6–8 new stores, daily average comp growth target 1.5%–4%, diluted EPS guidance $2.00–$2.15, and planned capex $50M–$55M; targeting 4%–5% annual unit growth long term.
Recognition and ESG Focus
Released FY2025 sustainability report highlighting a nutrition education program and received the Shelby Report 2025 Sustainability in the Food Industry Award for Advancing Sustainable Practices.
NGVC Earnings History
The table shows recent earnings report dates and whether the forecast was beat or missed. See the change in forecast and EPS from the previous year.
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NGVC Earnings-Related Price Changes
Report Date | Price 1 Day Before | Price 1 Day After | Percentage Change |
|---|---|---|---|
Feb 05, 2026 | $27.03 | $26.43 | -2.22% |
Nov 20, 2025 | $30.18 | $28.66 | -5.04% |
Aug 07, 2025 | $36.70 | $39.16 | +6.70% |
May 08, 2025 | $45.37 | $59.09 | +30.24% |
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FAQ
When does Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage (NGVC) report earnings?
Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage (NGVC) is schdueled to report earning on May 07, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
What is Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage (NGVC) earnings time?
Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage (NGVC) earnings time is at May 07, 2026, After Close (Confirmed).
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What is NGVC EPS forecast?
NGVC EPS forecast for the fiscal quarter 2026 (Q2) is 0.57.