Natural Grocers Reports Solid Q2 Earnings with Increased Sales and EPS

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Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. reported a 0.5% increase in net sales and a 2.5% rise in net income for Q2 fiscal 2026, with diluted EPS growing to $0.58. The company also extended its share repurchase program and recognized a $2.0 million insurance recovery.

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• Q2 Fiscal 2026 Financial Performance

  Net sales increased 0.5% to $337.4 million, net income rose 2.5% to $13.4 million, and diluted EPS grew to $0.58 for the second quarter ended March 31, 2026.

• Year-to-Date Fiscal 2026 Performance

  For the first six months of fiscal 2026, net sales increased 1.0% to $673.0 million, net income grew 7.5% to $24.8 million, and diluted EPS reached $1.07.

• Comparable Store Sales Growth

  Daily average comparable store sales increased 0.5% for the second quarter and 1.1% for the six-month period, primarily driven by an increase in daily average transaction size.

• Share Repurchase Program Extended

  The Board of Directors extended the existing share repurchase program, with approximately $8.1 million remaining authorization, until May 31, 2028.

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This 10-Q provides the detailed financial results for Natural Grocers' second fiscal quarter and first six months of 2026, following a concurrent 8-K filing that summarized these positive developments. The company demonstrated continued growth in net sales, net income, and diluted EPS, driven by an increase in daily average transaction size. Key highlights include a $2.0 million business interruption insurance recovery, which positively impacted results, and the extension of its share repurchase program, signaling ongoing commitment to shareholder returns. The company maintains a healthy liquidity position to support its planned capital expenditures for new store openings and remodels.