Growth StrategySFM's 'specialty shop' model continues to benefit from a high degree of assortment differentiation and significantly higher margins compared to most food and broadline retailers.
Product InnovationSFM cited an outlook for new health & wellness bowls, products catering to the growing protein trend, more innovation in vitamins/supplements, and more to come in ethnic foods.
Sales GrowthThere is support for reaccelerating comparable sales in 2026 due to SFM's loyalty program rollout, new salad and meal programs, increased social media and personalization marketing, and better in-stock service levels in organic products.