Natural Grocers (N2V) Stock Price & Analysis
N2V Stock Chart & Stats
- Day’s Range
- EUR 24.80 - EUR 24.80
- 52-Week Range
- EUR 19.80 - EUR 30.40
- Previous Close
- EUR 26.40
- Volume
- N/A
- Average Volume (3M)
- 1
- Market Cap
- EUR 591.18M
- Enterprise Value
- EUR 1.03B
- Total Cash (Recent Filing)
- EUR 17.47M
- Total Debt (Recent Filing)
- EUR 321.23M
- Price to Earnings (P/E)
- 14.3
- Beta
- 0.03
- Next Earnings
- Nov 19, 2026 (Est.)
- EPS Estimate
- 0.49
- Next Dividend Ex-Date
- N/A
- Dividend Yield
- 2.05%
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Improving Revenue And Margins
NGVC has combined steady top-line expansion with meaningful profitability improvement, indicating better operating leverage and earnings quality than in earlier periods. If maintained, stronger margins can support reinvestment in stores and digital capabilities while improving resilience within a structurally competitive grocery market.
Rebounding Cash Generation
The sharp recovery in operating and free cash flow strengthens NGVC’s ability to fund store growth, remodels and technology investment internally. Positive cash generation also gives management greater flexibility to manage debt and pursue expansion without relying as heavily on external financing.
Loyal Membership And Expansion
High membership penetration indicates a substantial base of engaged customers whose purchases can support repeat traffic and basket development. Combined with planned unit growth, this creates a durable path to expand the store network and deepen the brand’s presence in natural and organic retail.
Bears Say
Low-margin Model And Margin Pressure
Grocery economics leave limited room for execution errors because relatively small gross-margin changes can materially affect profit. Recent pressure from unfavorable mix, shrink and freight costs could constrain earnings growth and reduce the funds available for expansion if these effects persist.
Debt Still Exceeds Equity
Deleveraging has improved the capital structure, but debt remains above equity and therefore still limits financial flexibility compared with a conservatively financed retailer. A softer operating period could make it harder to balance debt reduction, store investment and other capital allocation priorities.
Slower Customer Trips And Outlook
Fewer transactions suggest that some marginal customers are shopping less often, which can weaken traffic-based growth even when basket size rises. The trimmed outlook reinforces uncertainty around near-term demand and may limit the pace at which sales and earnings can compound.
Natural Grocers News
N2V FAQ
What was Natural Grocers’s price range in the past 12 months?
What is Natural Grocers’s market cap?
When is Natural Grocers’s upcoming earnings report date?
How were Natural Grocers’s earnings last quarter?
Is Natural Grocers overvalued?
Does Natural Grocers pay dividends?
What is Natural Grocers’s EPS estimate?
How many shares outstanding does Natural Grocers have?
What happened to Natural Grocers’s price movement after its last earnings report?
Which hedge fund is a major shareholder of Natural Grocers?
What is the TipRanks Smart Score and how is it calculated?
Natural Grocers Stock Smart Score
Company Description
Natural Grocers
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NGVC) operates as a retailer specializing in natural and organic food items and dietary supplements across the United States. Its stores provide an extensive array of natural and organic groceries, including fresh produce and bulk foods. The comprehensive grocery selection spans dry, frozen, and canned goods; fresh meats and seafood; dairy products and their plant-based alternatives; prepared foods; fresh bread and baked items; and a variety of beverages, including beer, wine, and hard cider. A significant portion of their inventory comprises private label products, offering a wide range of essentials such as pasta, sauces, canned goods (beans, vegetables), frozen items (vegetables, fruits, meals, pizza), baking mixes, plant-based butter, various oils, sweeteners (honey, maple syrup), coffee, chocolates, meats (bacon, jerky), snacks (popcorn, chips), and household staples like eggs, cheese, applesauce, water, paper products, and cleaning supplies. Beyond edible goods, Natural Grocers also stocks private label and brand-name dietary supplements; natural and organic body care items covering cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and personal care; pet care products and food; books and informational guides; and general household merchandise like cleaning supplies, soaps, and baby diapers. Operating under the "Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage" brand, the company had 162 stores spread across 20 states as of February 1, 2022. A key differentiator is its commitment to customer well-being, demonstrated through science-backed nutrition education programs designed to empower informed health and dietary choices. Established in 1955, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. is based in Lakewood, Colorado.
- Sector
- Consumerdefensive
- Industry
- Grocery Stores
- CEO
- Kemper Isely
- Employees
- 3,853
- Website
- www.naturalgrocers.com
- Address
- 12612 West Alameda Parkway, Lakewood, CO, 80228, US
Natural Grocers (N2V) Earnings & Revenues
N2V Earnings Call
Earnings Call SentimentNeutral
The call presented a mix of positive operational momentum — modest comparable store sales acceleration, strong membership penetration, continued unit growth, e-commerce rollouts, solid liquidity and recognized sustainability leadership — alongside notable near-term headwinds including gross margin compression, reduced adjusted EBITDA, slight EPS decline and a narrowed FY outlook. Management emphasized that some margin impacts were driven by one-time or transitory items (distributor cybersecurity aftereffects and ERP upgrade impacts) and is investing in store expansion and e-commerce to support long-term growth.
View all DE:N2V earnings summariesN2V Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
Technical Analysis
Overall Consensus
| Indicator | Bullish | Neutral | Bearish |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Consensus | 5 | 5 | 12 |
| Technical Analysis | 3 | 5 | 2 |
| Moving Averages | 2 | 0 | 10 |
