Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.
NGVCNYSEConsumer StaplesGrocery Stores
As of Oct 23, 2026 close
- Market cap
- $731.87M
- P/E (TTM)
- 15.36
- Forward P/E
- 14.46
- Dividend yield
- 1.85%
- 52-week range
- $23.47$41.07
- Volume (live)
- -
- Avg. volume (3M)
- 132.04K
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage (NGVC) Stock Price & Financial Analysis
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Financial Metrics & Key Statistics
Fundamental metrics, valuation ratios, and profitability indicators
| Day's Range | $31.21 - $32.50 |
|---|---|
| 52-Week High | $41.07 |
| 52-Week Low | $23.47 |
| Open | $32.17 |
| Volume (last close) | 100.42K |
| Average Volume (3M) | 132.04K |
| Revenue (TTM) | 1.34B |
|---|---|
| Net Income (TTM) | 47.64M |
| Free Cash Flow (TTM) | 22.25M |
| EPS (TTM) | $2.05 |
| Profit Margin | 3.55% |
| Operating Margin | 4.84% |
| Return on Equity (ROE) | 19.90% |
| Debt to Equity | 1.35 |
| Annual Dividend | $0.60 |
|---|---|
| Dividend Yield | 1.85% |
| Payout Ratio | 29.25% |
| Last Dividend Ex-Date | Aug 17, 2026 |
| Market Cap | 731.87M |
|---|---|
| Shares Outstanding | 23.26M |
| P/E Ratio (TTM) | 15.36 |
| Forward P/E | 14.46 |
| Price to Sales (P/S) | 0.54 |
| Price to Book (P/B) | 3.06 |
| EV/EBITDA | 11.29 |
| 50-Day MA | $28.97 |
|---|---|
| 200-Day MA | $28.37 |
| 1-Year Change | −20.54% |
Source: Market prices and company fundamentals. Data as of Oct 23, 2026. Data sources and methodology
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage at a Glance
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage (NGVC) has a market capitalization of $731.87M. The stock trades at 15.4× trailing earnings, 14.5× forward earnings and 0.5× sales. Over the trailing twelve months it earned $47.64M on revenue of $1.34B (a 3.5% profit margin) and generated $22.25M of free cash flow. Revenue grew 2.0% year over year.
As of its latest reported balance sheet, it holds $17.47M in cash and securities against $322.68M of debt, a net debt position of $305.21M.
Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage pays a quarterly dividend totaling $0.60 per share a year, a 1.85% yield at the Oct 23, 2026 close, with a 29% payout ratio and 5 consecutive years of dividend increases.
The share price is down 20.5% over the past year. At $31.46 (the Oct 23, 2026 close) it sits within its 52-week range of $23.47 to $41.07, above its 200-day moving average of $28.37.
Frequently Asked Questions About Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage
What is the current stock price for NGVC?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, NGVC stock trades at $31.46. The 52-week range is $23.47–$41.07, with a day range of $31.21–$32.50.
What is the P/E ratio for NGVC?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage's trailing twelve-month (TTM) P/E ratio is 15.4, meaning investors pay $15.4 for every $1 of annual earnings. The forward P/E is 14.5, reflecting analyst expectations for future earnings. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage operates in the Consumer Staples sector.
Does NGVC pay dividends?
Yes, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage pays a 1.85% annual dividend yield as of the Oct 23, 2026 close ($0.60 per share a year). The trailing twelve-month payout ratio is 29.3%. The most recent ex-dividend date was August 17, 2026.
What do analysts recommend for NGVC?
Analyst ratings and recommendations for NGVC are displayed in the Analyst Consensus section, including buy/hold/sell distribution and 12-month price targets.
What is the market cap of NGVC?
As of the Oct 23, 2026 close, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage's market capitalization is $731.9M, classifying it as a small-cap company. Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage operates in the Consumer Staples sector within the Grocery Stores industry.