National Beverage stock analysis
National Beverage (0K50) Share Price & Analysis
0K50 Stock Chart & Stats
- Day’s Range
- $36.68 - $37.44
- 52-Week Range
- $29.00 - $38.73
- Previous Close
- $37.76
- Volume
- N/A
- Average Volume (3M)
- 59
- Market Cap
- $3.51B
- Enterprise Value
- $2.92B
- Total Cash (Recent Filing)
- $107.10M
- Total Debt (Recent Filing)
- $58.77M
- Price to Earnings (P/E)
- 19.8
- Beta
- 0.25
- Next Earnings
- Dec 03, 2026 (Est.)
- EPS Estimate
- 0.45
- Last Dividend Ex-Date
- Jul 13, 2026
- Dividend Yield
- N/A
Bulls Say, Bears Say
Bulls Say
Low Leverage
Very low leverage gives National Beverage greater resilience if operating conditions weaken and leaves more flexibility to fund brand investment, capital needs, or shareholder returns. A lightly levered balance sheet also limits interest burden and reduces dependence on refinancing markets over the next several quarters.
Strong Profitability
Sustained gross and net margins indicate that the beverage portfolio converts sales into meaningful profits rather than relying solely on volume growth. Relative consistency across periods supports earnings durability, while the resulting profitability can help fund marketing and product development internally.
Robust Cash Generation
Operating cash flow above net income and high free-cash-flow conversion show that reported profits are translating into usable cash. This strengthens the company’s ability to support operations, invest in its brands, and preserve financial flexibility without depending heavily on external funding.
Bears Say
Limited Revenue Growth
Near-flat revenue and a recent annual decline suggest that National Beverage is not currently expanding its sales base at a strong pace. Limited top-line growth can constrain operating leverage, reduce room for margin expansion, and make sustained earnings growth more dependent on pricing or cost control.
Margin Softening
Recent margin deterioration indicates that cost pressure or an unfavorable pricing and product mix may be limiting the benefit of the company’s otherwise solid profitability. If this persists, weaker incremental margins could reduce earnings growth and make cash generation more sensitive to sales fluctuations.
Uneven Free Cash Flow History
Although current free cash flow is strong, its history has been uneven, including a decline in the latest annual period. That variability makes the recent improvement less certain as a long-term trend and could complicate planning for investment, shareholder returns, or other uses of cash.
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Company Description
National Beverage
National Beverage Corp., operating through its various subsidiaries, specializes in the creation, production, promotion, and distribution of a diverse portfolio of beverages. Its primary markets are the United States and Canada, where it offers sparkling waters, fruit juices, energy drinks, and carbonated soft drinks. The company particularly targets consumers who prioritize an active and health-conscious lifestyle, providing them with options like LaCroix, LaCroix Cúrate, LaCroix NiCola, Clear Fruit, Rip It, Everfresh, Everfresh Premier Varietals, and Mr. Pure. Additionally, its selection includes carbonated soft drinks sold under the well-known Shasta and Faygo brand names. The firm distributes its products to major retailers and a multitude of smaller, local businesses, utilizing take-home, convenience, and food-service channels. National Beverage Corp. was established in 1985 and is based in Fort Lauderdale, Florida.
- Sector
- Consumerdefensive
- Industry
- Beverages - Non-Alcoholic
- CEO
- Nick A. Caporella
- Employees
- 1,677
- Website
- www.nationalbeverage.com
- Address
- 8100 SW Tenth Street, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33324, US
National Beverage (0K50) Earnings & Revenues
0K50 Stock 12 Month Forecast
Average Price Target
Technical Analysis
Overall Consensus
| Indicator | Bullish | Neutral | Bearish |
|---|---|---|---|
| Overall Consensus | 12 | 6 | 4 |
| Technical Analysis | 2 | 6 | 2 |
| Moving Averages | 10 | 0 | 2 |












