The retailer projects earnings growth alongside 4%-5% store expansion and e-commerce investments amid improving sales trends.
Natural Grocers forecast FY2026 earnings per share of $2.07 to $2.11, targeting 4%-5% unit growth and e-commerce expansion. The guidance follows a third-quarter acceleration in comparable store sales to 1.2% from 0.5% in the prior quarter.
Management attributed the sales improvement to stronger consumer demand despite a challenging macro environment. The company also highlighted plans to open new locations and bolster digital sales channels as key growth drivers.
Shares showed limited reaction to the guidance update in after-hours trading.