Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage Inc. reported fiscal 2026 third quarter net sales of $334.7 million, up $6.0 million – 1.8 percent – versus the year-ago period, the Lakewood, Colorado-based specialty retailer said Aug. 6. The third quarter ended June 30.
The increase comprised a $4.0 million increase in comparable store sales and a $3.1 million increase in new store sales, partially offset by a $1.1 million decrease in net sales related to closed stores.
Net income was $11.1 million, or 48 cents per diluted share, down from $11.6 million and 50 cents in the fiscal 2025 quarter…