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Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage (NGVC)
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Natural Grocers (NGVC) Price & Analysis

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NGVC Stock Chart & Stats

$25.33
$0.07(0.18%)
At close: 4:00 PM EST
$25.33
$0.07(0.18%)

Bulls Say, Bears Say

Bulls Say
Revenue & Margin ImprovementConsistent revenue growth and a rise in net margin to ~3.5% reflect sustained demand and improving operating efficiency. Over several quarters this builds operating leverage, funds reinvestment into stores and programs, and strengthens the core earnings trajectory versus peers.
Strong Recent Cash GenerationMaterial TTM operating cash flow and free cash flow provide durable financing capacity for the company’s expansion plan and working capital. Reliable near-term cash generation reduces refinancing risk, supports capex for new stores, and creates room to de-lever or invest in growth initiatives.
Loyalty & Private‑Label MomentumHigh rewards penetration and rising private‑label share are structural advantages that boost customer retention and improve gross‑margin mix. Over time this increases lifetime value, reduces customer acquisition costs, and supports higher-margin owned products as a durable growth lever.
Bears Say
Elevated LeverageMeaningful leverage for a grocery retailer constrains financial flexibility and increases sensitivity to interest-rate and cash‑flow shocks. With modest margins, elevated debt limits the company’s ability to fund opportunistic investments or absorb operational setbacks without raising external capital.
Shrink‑Driven Margin VolatilityInventory shrink and anomalous operational events produced a notable gross‑margin hit. Recurring shrink or execution lapses produce volatile margins in a thin‑margin industry, making long‑term profitability less predictable and placing continued pressure on operating income sustainability.
Modest Absolute ProfitabilityAbsolute profitability remains modest, providing limited cushion against inflation, promotional activity or category weakness. Low net margins reduce internal funding capacity for growth and increase reliance on efficiency and mix improvements to maintain durable earnings expansion.

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NGVC FAQ

What was Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage’s price range in the past 12 months?
Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage lowest stock price was $23.47 and its highest was $61.22 in the past 12 months.
    What is Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage’s market cap?
    Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage’s market cap is $570.30M.
      When is Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage’s upcoming earnings report date?
      Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage’s upcoming earnings report date is May 07, 2026 which is in 41 days.
        How were Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage’s earnings last quarter?
        Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage released its earnings results on Feb 05, 2026. The company reported $0.527 earnings per share for the quarter, beating the consensus estimate of $0.46 by $0.067.
          Is Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage overvalued?
          According to Wall Street analysts Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage’s price is currently Overvalued. Get more investment ideas with TipRanks Premium
            Does Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage pay dividends?
            Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage pays a Quarterly dividend of $0.15 which represents an annual dividend yield of 1.99%. See more information on Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage dividends here
              What is Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage’s EPS estimate?
              Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage’s EPS estimate is 0.57.
                How many shares outstanding does Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage have?
                Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage has 23,033,092 shares outstanding.
                  What happened to Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage’s price movement after its last earnings report?
                  Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage reported an EPS of $0.527 in its last earnings report, beating expectations of $0.46. Following the earnings report the stock price went down -2.221%.
                    Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage?
                    Currently, no hedge funds are holding shares in NGVC
                    What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
                    Smart Score combines eight research factors - such as analyst recommendations, hedge fund trends, and technical indicators - to measure a stock’s outlook. These signals are unified into a single score that reflects bullish or bearish momentum. See detailed methodology

                      Company Description

                      Natural Grocers By Vitamin Cottage

                      Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc., together with its subsidiaries, retails natural and organic groceries, and dietary supplements in the United States. The company's stores offer natural and organic grocery products, such as organic produce; bulk food products; private label products comprising pasta, pasta sauce, ketchup, canned beans and vegetables, frozen vegetables, frozen fruits, frozen meals, frozen pizza, bread, baking mixes, plant based butter, olive and coconut oil, coconut milk, honey, maple syrup, preserves, chocolate, coffee, bacon, beef jerky, canned seafood, popcorn, tortilla chips, taco shells, eggs, cheese, apple sauce, apple cider vinegar, spring water, paper products, cleaning products, and other products; dry, frozen, and canned groceries; meat and seafood products; dairy products, dairy substitutes, and eggs; prepared foods; bread and baked products; beverages; and beer, wine, and hard cider products. Its stores also provide private label dietary supplements; body care products consisting of cosmetics, skin care, hair care, fragrance, and personal care products containing natural and organic ingredients; pet care and food products; books and handouts; and household and general merchandise, including cleaning supplies, paper products, and dish and laundry soaps, as well as other common household products, such as diapers. The company operates its retail stores under the Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage trademark. As of February 1, 2022, it operated 162 stores in 20 states. The company also offers science-based nutrition education programs to help customers make informed health and nutrition choices. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. was founded in 1955 and is headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado.

                      Natural Grocers (NGVC) Earnings & Revenues

                      NGVC Earnings Call

                      Q1 2026
                      0:00 / 0:00
                      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.View all NGVC earnings summaries
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                      1.01%7.65%3.32%77.92%
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