# Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NGVC): Dividend & Fundamentals

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- Sector: Consumer Defensive · Industry: Grocery Stores
- Exchange: NYSE · Trading currency: USD

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 privat...

## Quote & Key Metrics

As of 2026-10-23:

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Price | $31.46 USD |
| Market Cap | $725.0M |
| P/E (TTM) | 14.97 |
| EPS (TTM) | $2.10 |
| 52-Week Range | $23.47 – $40.42 |
| Dividend Yield (TTM) | 1.91% |

## Dividend

| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Yield (TTM) | 1.91% |
| Annual Dividend (TTM) | $0.60 /share |
| Annual Dividend (Forward) | $0.60 /share |
| Frequency | Quarterly |
| Consecutive Growth Streak | 2 years |
| Growth CAGR 1Y / 3Y / 5Y / 10Y | 25.0% / 14.5% / 16.5% / — |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, TTM) | 27.7% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, TTM) | 23.0% |
| Payout Ratio (EPS, forward dividend) | 29.1% |
| Payout Ratio (FCF, forward dividend) | 24.2% |

### Recent Payments

| Ex-Date | Amount | Pay Date |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-17 | $0.1500 | 2026-09-02 |
| 2026-05-18 | $0.1500 | 2026-06-03 |
| 2026-03-02 | $0.1500 | 2026-03-18 |
| 2025-12-01 | $0.1500 | 2025-12-10 |
| 2025-09-02 | $0.1200 | 2025-09-17 |
| 2025-05-27 | $0.1200 | 2025-06-11 |
| 2025-03-03 | $0.1200 | 2025-03-19 |
| 2024-12-02 | $0.1200 | 2024-12-18 |
| 2024-09-03 | $0.1000 | 2024-09-18 |
| 2024-06-03 | $0.1000 | 2024-06-19 |
| 2024-03-01 | $0.1000 | 2024-03-20 |
| 2023-11-24 | $1.1000 | 2023-12-13 |

Full history: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ngvc/dividend

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What does Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. do?

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NGVC) operates in the Grocery Stores industry within the Consumer Defensive sector. Full company description, peers, and segment breakdown are on the page above.

### What is NGVC's market cap?

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NGVC) has a market capitalization of approximately $725.0 million, as of October 23, 2026, based on the most recent share price and shares outstanding.

### Does NGVC pay a dividend?

Yes, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. (NGVC) pays a dividend quarterly, with a trailing-twelve-month yield of 1.91%. Full distribution history, payout ratios, and growth rates are on the Dividend tab.

### How often does NGVC pay dividends?

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. pays dividends quarterly. The forward annual rate is $0.60 per share at the current declared cadence. Each ex-dividend date, record date, and payment date is listed in the dividend history table on this page.

### What is NGVC's payout ratio?

Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc.'s payout ratio is the percentage of earnings (and free cash flow) returned to shareholders as dividends. Current EPS and FCF coverage are shown in the payout cards above, with green / amber / red coloring indicating sustainability.

## More on Dividend Data

- Overview (HTML): https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ngvc
- Dividend history & safety: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ngvc/dividend
- Earnings & EPS: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ngvc/earnings
- Financial statements: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ngvc/financials/income
- Valuation multiples: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ngvc/valuation
- Peer comparison: https://www.dividenddata.com/stocks/ngvc/peers

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