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This funky fan favorite is part of the Natural Grocers® Brand Products line and will be on sale for $7.99 (10 oz) from Aug. 14–16, during the company's three-day Anniversary Celebration.[i] After the party winds down, this brew will hang out for a limited time, while supplies last, at $10.99 (10 oz).[ii] IT'S NOT JUST COFFEE, IT'S A VIBEIt's the perfect end-of-summer pick-me-up: warm, nutty, a little indulgent and totally dance-floor worthy. "We wanted to bring the flavor and the fun this year—and what bett ...

Financial Data and Key Metrics Changes - Third quarter net sales increased by 6.3% year-over-year to $328.7 million, with daily average comparable store sales rising by 7.4% [11] - Operating income grew by 21.3% to $15.6 million, while net income increased by 26% to $11.6 million [13] - Diluted earnings per share rose by 25% to $0.50, and adjusted EBITDA increased by 10.1% to $24.4 million [13] Business Line Data and Key Metrics Changes - Daily average comparable transaction count increased by 4.8%, and transaction size grew by 2.4%, primarily due to modest product cost inflation [12] - Net sales penetration of the Empower Rewards program reached 82%, up from 80% a year ago, indicating improved customer loyalty [8] Market Data and Key Metrics Changes - Sales performance was strong across geographies and product categories, particularly in differentiated offerings like meat, dairy, and produce [6] - The company faced a temporary disruption in product distribution due to a cybersecurity incident with its primary distributor, UNFI, which adversely impacted net sales by approximately $3.5 million to $4 million [7] Company Strategy and Development Direction - The company plans to accelerate store unit growth, aiming to open six to eight new stores in fiscal 2026, with five future new stores already signed and negotiations ongoing for another five sites [9][10] - The revised outlook includes two new store openings and three store relocations or remodels, with capital expenditures projected between $30 million and $33 million [14] Management's Comments on Operating Environment and Future Outlook - Management has not observed any indicators of softer demand or trade down in consumer behavior despite monitoring trends closely [12] - The company remains focused on enhancing customer engagement through the Empower Rewards program and expanding its selection of Natural Grocers brand products [14] Other Important Information - The company ended the third quarter with $13.2 million in cash and cash equivalents, no outstanding borrowings, and $69.5 million available on its revolving credit facility [13] - The company celebrated its 70th anniversary, encouraging community engagement during the anniversary period [18] Q&A Session Summary - No questions were raised during the Q&A session, leading to a conclusion of the call [16]

Raises Fiscal 2025 OutlookLAKEWOOD, Colo., Aug. 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NYSE: NGVC) today announced results for its third quarter of fiscal 2025 ended June 30, 2025.Highlights for Third Quarter Fiscal 2025 Compared to Third Quarter Fiscal 2024 Net sales increased 6.3% to $328.7 million; Daily average comparable store sales increased 7.4%, and 14.6% on a two-year basis; Net income increased 26.0% to $11.6 million, with diluted earnings per share of $0.50; and Adjuste ...

Grocery Outlet Holding Corp. (GO) reported $1.18 billion in revenue for the quarter ended June 2025, representing a year-over-year increase of 4.5%. EPS of $0.23 for the same period compares to $0.25 a year ago.The reported revenue compares to the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $1.18 billion, representing a surprise of -0.27%. The company delivered an EPS surprise of +35.29%, with the consensus EPS estimate being $0.17.While investors scrutinize revenue and earnings changes year-over-year and how they compare ...

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Financial Performance - For the quarter ended June 2025, Sprouts Farmers reported revenue of $2.22 billion, reflecting a 17.3% increase year-over-year [1] - Earnings per share (EPS) for the quarter was $1.35, compared to $0.94 in the same quarter last year [1] - The reported revenue exceeded the Zacks Consensus Estimate of $2.17 billion by 2.47% [1] - The EPS also surpassed the consensus estimate of $1.23 by 9.76% [1] Key Metrics - Comparable store sales growth was 10.2%, exceeding the average estimate of 8.1% from four analysts [4] - The number of stores at the end of the period was 455, slightly above the average estimate of 453 from four analysts [4] - Sprouts Farmers opened 12 new stores, compared to the average estimate of 10 based on three analysts [4] - The number of stores at the beginning of the period was 443, matching the average estimate from two analysts [4] Stock Performance - Shares of Sprouts Farmers have returned -3.2% over the past month, while the Zacks S&P 500 composite increased by 3.4% [3] - The stock currently holds a Zacks Rank 2 (Buy), indicating potential for outperformance in the near term [3]

Q2 2025 Financial Highlights - Net sales increased by 17%[7] - Comparable store sales increased by 10.2%[7] - Diluted earnings per share (EPS) reached $1.35, representing a 44% growth[7] - Cash generation amounted to $111 million[7] - Share repurchases totaled $73 million[7] YTD 2025 Performance - Net sales increased by 18%[8] - Cash generation year-to-date reached $410 million[8] - Share repurchases year-to-date totaled $292 million[8] Full-Year 2025 Outlook - Total sales growth is projected to be between 14.5% and 16.0%[22] - Comparable sales growth is expected to be between 7.5% and 9.0%[22] - The company plans to open at least 35 new stores[22] - Earnings before interest & taxes (EBIT) is projected to be between $675 million and $690 million[22] - Diluted earnings per share (EPS) is expected to be between $5.20 and $5.32[22]

Core Insights - Natural Grocers is celebrating its 70th anniversary, emphasizing its commitment to quality products and community values established by its founders in 1955 [1][2][3] - The company operates 169 stores across 21 states, maintaining a focus on organic and natural products that meet strict quality standards [3][10] Anniversary Celebration Details - The anniversary event will take place from August 14 to 16, featuring discounts of up to 60% on over 500 products [7] - Customers can participate in various giveaways, including a chance to win a Mustang Mach-E® Premium or $47,000 cash, along with other prizes totaling over $194,000 [5][16] - Special promotions include free snow cones, popcorn, and limited-edition products like the Pecan Caramel Pie coffee blend priced at $7.99 for 10 ounces [6][7] Community Engagement - On August 14, 1% of all sales will be donated to the Heroes in Aprons Fund, supporting Natural Grocers employees facing unexpected hardships [8][12] - The company continues to uphold its Five Founding Principles, including a commitment to community and crew, with significant investments in employee compensation [10]