Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage (NGVC) to Announce Quarterly Earnings on Thursday
by Doug Wharley · The Cerbat GemNatural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage (NYSE:NGVC – Get Free Report) is anticipated to post its Q3 2026 results after the market closes on Thursday, August 6th. Analysts expect the company to announce earnings of $0.52 per share and revenue of $347.1740 million for the quarter. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage has set its FY 2026 guidance at 2.070-2.15 EPS. Individuals may visit the the company’s upcoming Q3 2026 earning report for the latest details on the call scheduled for Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 4:30 PM ET.
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage (NYSE:NGVC – Get Free Report) last released its earnings results on Thursday, May 7th. The specialty retailer reported $0.58 EPS for the quarter, topping the consensus estimate of $0.56 by $0.02. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage had a net margin of 3.60% and a return on equity of 22.26%. The firm had revenue of $337.38 million for the quarter, compared to the consensus estimate of $348.00 million.
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Price Performance
Shares of NYSE:NGVC opened at $32.57 on Wednesday. The firm has a market cap of $750.45 million, a price-to-earnings ratio of 15.66 and a beta of 1.33. The firm has a fifty day moving average price of $31.40 and a 200 day moving average price of $28.33. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage has a fifty-two week low of $23.47 and a fifty-two week high of $45.98. The company has a debt-to-equity ratio of 0.19, a quick ratio of 0.25 and a current ratio of 1.05.
Wall Street Analysts Forecast Growth
Several analysts have commented on the stock. Wall Street Zen cut shares of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage from a “buy” rating to a “hold” rating in a research note on Saturday, May 2nd. Weiss Ratings upgraded Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage from a “hold (c)” rating to a “hold (c+)” rating in a research report on Wednesday, May 27th. Finally, Alliance Global Partners began coverage on Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage in a report on Thursday, April 16th. They issued a “buy” rating and a $40.00 target price on the stock. Two analysts have rated the stock with a Buy rating and one has assigned a Hold rating to the company’s stock. According to data from MarketBeat.com, the company currently has a consensus rating of “Moderate Buy” and a consensus target price of $47.00.
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Insider Activity at Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage
In related news, insider Charity Isely sold 3,000 shares of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage stock in a transaction dated Friday, May 29th. The stock was sold at an average price of $29.04, for a total value of $87,120.00. Following the completion of the transaction, the insider owned 10,697 shares in the company, valued at approximately $310,640.88. This trade represents a 21.90% decrease in their ownership of the stock. The transaction was disclosed in a legal filing with the SEC, which is accessible through this hyperlink. Insiders own 58.30% of the company’s stock.
Institutional Investors Weigh In On Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage
Institutional investors have recently modified their holdings of the stock. NewEdge Advisors LLC increased its position in shares of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage by 105.2% during the 4th quarter. NewEdge Advisors LLC now owns 1,110 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock valued at $28,000 after purchasing an additional 569 shares during the last quarter. Tower Research Capital LLC TRC lifted its holdings in shares of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage by 136.5% in the 2nd quarter. Tower Research Capital LLC TRC now owns 1,114 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock worth $44,000 after acquiring an additional 643 shares during the last quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC boosted its stake in shares of Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage by 130.9% during the 3rd quarter. Larson Financial Group LLC now owns 1,307 shares of the specialty retailer’s stock worth $52,000 after purchasing an additional 741 shares during the period. Raymond James Financial Inc. bought a new position in Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage during the 2nd quarter valued at about $63,000. Finally, CANADA LIFE ASSURANCE Co purchased a new stake in Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage in the 2nd quarter worth about $64,000. 31.99% of the stock is owned by institutional investors.
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Company Profile
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc operates a chain of specialty grocery stores focused on natural and organic products. Founded in 1955 by Margaret and Philip Isely in Lakewood, Colorado, the company has built a reputation on strict product standards, including certified organic produce, non-GMO groceries and dietary supplements. Natural Grocers emphasizes whole, unprocessed foods and carries a broad assortment of private-label and national brands that meet its quality guidelines.
The company’s core offerings include fresh fruits and vegetables, bulk foods, vitamins, minerals and nutritional supplements, as well as natural body care and household items.
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