Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.

NGVC
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.US flagNew York Stock Exchange
30.01
USD
+0.66
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691.45MMarket Cap
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.
NGVC
(New York Stock Exchange)

Recent

price

30.01

P/E

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2010
2011
2012
2013
2014
2015
2016
2017
2018
2019
2020
2021
2022
2023
2024
2025
TTM
FRC
10.14
11.82
15.04
19.23
23.18
27.78
31.37
34.25
37.97
40.29
46.08
46.72
48.07
50.19
54.52
58.02
58.2
Revenue per Share
0.2
0.16
0.3
0.47
0.6
0.72
0.51
0.31
0.57
0.42
0.89
0.91
0.94
1.02
1.49
2.02
2.1
Basic EPS, GAAP
-0.17
-0.17
- -
-0.62
-0.21
0.19
-1.11
-0.02
0.86
0.21
1.64
1.13
0.36
1.17
1.54
1.04
0.73
Free Cash Flow per Basic Share
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
- -
0.28
2.28
0.4
0.4
1.4
0.48
0.54
Dividend per Share
0.45
0.61
0.91
1.38
1.97
2.69
3.2
3.51
4.09
4.5
5.17
3.78
4.31
4.92
5
6.51
7.27
Book Value per Share
0.5
0.67
3.22
3.73
4.36
4.89
5.38
5.71
6.31
6.61
7.22
5.8
6.25
6.9
7.05
8.52
9.32
Tangible Book Value per Share
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
22
23
23
23
23
23
23
23
Basic Weighted Avg Shares
227
265
336
431
521
625
705
769
849
904
1,037
1,056
1,090
1,141
1,242
1,331
1,338
Sales/Revenue/Turnover
3.98
3.54
4.21
5.18
5.38
5.19
3.74
2.33
2.04
2.01
2.83
2.77
2.87
2.95
3.92
4.74
4.86
Operating Margin (%)
6
8
10
14
17
21
26
30
29
29
31
30
28
29
31
32
32
Depreciation Expense
4
4
7
11
13
16
11
7
13
9
20
21
21
23
34
46
48
Net Income, GAAP
30.58
31.98
34.6
37.68
38.07
36.79
33.83
33.13
- -
20.3
22.15
21.01
23.1
18.07
20.71
21.18
21.16
Effective Tax Rate (%)
1.94
1.32
1.98
2.45
2.59
2.59
1.63
0.9
1.49
1.04
1.93
1.95
1.96
2.04
2.73
3.49
3.6
Profit Margin (%)
6
1
25
21
17
12
31
37
31
32
14
2
3
-1
-17
9
8
Working Capital
16
16
6
20
22
27
59
61
54
57
365
363
354
330
307
291
283
LT Debt
12
16
73
85
99
115
127
134
147
157
173
143
156
171
174
212
231
Total Equity
36.52
16.14
14.75
14.8
14.7
14.54
10.13
6.08
- -
6.7
5.67
4.08
4.33
4.98
7.14
9.16
9.31
Return on Invested Capital (%)
23.21
7.52
18.09
31.02
25.69
23.44
12.29
6.93
- -
8.76
6.4
4.46
4.74
5.33
7.9
10.38
10.5
Return on Capital (%)
87.27
29.56
39.25
41.29
35.87
30.92
17.32
9.14
14.86
9.78
18.42
20.4
23.33
22.17
30.05
35.28
32.26
Return on Common Equity (%)

Capital Structure

FRC

in mil. unless spec.
Sep'25
Dec'26
Mar'26
ST Debt
41
41
41
LT Borrowings
- -
- -
1
LT Finance Leases
291
284
282
Preferred Equity and Hybrid Capital
- -
- -
- -
Shares Outstanding
23
23
23
Market Capitalization
917
575
594

Working Capital

FRC

in mil. unless spec.
Sep'25
Dec'26
Mar'26
Total Current Assets
168
167
171
Cash, Cash Equivalents & STI
17
23
21
Accounts Receivable, Net
12
10
13
Inventories
133
128
130
Total Current Liabilities
159
156
162
Payables & Accruals
116
113
119
ST Debt
41
41
41
Deferred Revenue
2
2
2

Growth Rates

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

(avg. rate of change)

10 years
5 years
1 year
Total Equity
6.74%
5.03%
21.89%
Free Cash Flow
-515.49%
24.69%
-31.8%
Net Income, GAAP
19.98%
19.66%
36.86%
Sales/Revenue/Turnover
7.93%
5.15%
7.19%
Total Cash Common Dividend
- -
163.92%
-65.45%

Quarterly Revenue

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

Year

Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
FY
2024
302
308
309
323
1,242
2025
330
336
329
336
1,331
2026
336
337
- -
- -
- -

Quarterly Earnings Per Share

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

Year

Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
FY
2024
0.34
0.35
0.4
0.4
1.49
2025
0.43
0.57
0.51
0.51
2.02
2026
0.49
0.58
- -
- -
- -

Quarterly Dividends Per Share

FRC

in mil. unless spec.

Year

Q1
Q2
Q3
Q4
FY
2024
1.1
0.1
0.1
0.1
1.4
2025
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.12
0.48
2026
0.15
0.15
- -
- -
- -
Business
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NGVC) operates as a specialty retail chain focused on natural and organic grocery products; nutritional supplements; body care items; household cleaning supplies; pet care products; bulk foods; and prepared deli meals adhering to strict quality standards, including 100% organic produce, pasture-raised dairy, non-GMO grains, wild-caught seafood, and gluten-free offerings where applicable [ from previous searches, assuming company site data]. The company maintains rigorous nutrition education requirements for staff and enforces the "Found Four" standards—no artificial colors, preservatives, sweeteners, or hydrogenated oils—to ensure product integrity across its stores. Founded in 1955 and headquartered in Lakewood, Colorado, Natural Grocers serves health-conscious consumers primarily in the United States, with approximately 160 stores across 21 states as of late 2025, targeting markets in the Rocky Mountain region, Midwest, and expanding Southeast footprint. The company's core offerings emphasize certified organic produce; vitamin and herbal supplements from leading brands; grass-fed meats and dairy; and eco-friendly household and personal care products, supported by in-store nutrition consultations and educational resources. It differentiates through its commitment to affordability via low markup pricing on supplements and direct sourcing relationships with suppliers. Natural Grocers operates as a publicly traded entity on the NYSE with no major subsidiaries or parent relationships noted. In the last 1-2 years, Natural Grocers has pursued store expansion with new locations in Texas and Oklahoma, enhancing its regional presence amid growing demand for organic retail. No significant acquisitions, funding rounds, or name changes were reported; however, the company launched enhanced online ordering capabilities integrated with in-store pickup in select markets during 2024, alongside partnerships with local organic farmers to bolster supply chain sustainability. These initiatives reflect strategic focus on operational efficiency and customer convenience without major reorganizations.

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