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Natural Grocers (NGVC): analyst forecast and price target
Analyst consensus
Moderate Buy2 Buy0 Hold0 Sell
Ratings of 2 analysts in the last 3 months12-month forecast
Based on 2 price targets given in the last 3 months, the average target is $37.50, the highest $40.00, the lowest $35.00. The average is +22.5% from the last price of $30.61.
Analyst ratings 2
| Analyst | Firm | Price target | Rating | Upside | Action | Date | Move vs SPY | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AI OpenAI Grocery StoresOpenAI 4o | TipRanks - OpenAI | $32.00 → $33.00+3.1% | Hold | +7.8% | Reiterated | 17.10.26on TipRanks Oct 16 23:05 | — | |
| AI Anthropic Grocery StoresAnthropic Opus-4.1 | TipRanks - Anthropic | $31.00 → $32.00+3.2% | Hold | +4.5% | Reiterated | 17.10.26on TipRanks Oct 16 23:05 | — | |
| AI Google Grocery StoresGemini 2.5Pro | TipRanks - Google | $33.00 → $34.00+3.0% | Hold | +11.1% | Downgrade | 17.10.26on TipRanks Oct 16 23:05 | — | |
| AI OpenAI Grocery StoresOpenAI 4o | TipRanks - OpenAI | $33.00 → $32.00−3.0% | Hold | +4.5% | Reiterated | 07.10.26on TipRanks 00:05 | — | |
| AI Anthropic Grocery StoresAnthropic Opus-4.1 | TipRanks - Anthropic | $32.00 → $31.00−3.1% | Hold | +1.3% | Reiterated | 07.10.26on TipRanks 00:05 | — | |
| AI Google Grocery StoresGemini 2.5Pro | TipRanks - Google | $34.00 → $33.00−2.9% | Hold | +7.8% | Downgrade | 07.10.26on TipRanks 00:05 | — | |
| AI Anthropic Grocery StoresAnthropic Opus-4.1 | TipRanks - Anthropic | $31.00 → $32.00+3.2% | Hold | +4.5% | Reiterated | 05.10.26on TipRanks 00:05 | — | |
| AI Google Grocery StoresGemini 2.5Pro | TipRanks - Google | $33.00 → $34.00+3.0% | Hold | +11.1% | Downgrade | 05.10.26on TipRanks 00:05 | — | |
| AI xAi Grocery StoresxAI Grok-3 | TipRanks - xAI | $34.00 | Buy | +11.1% | Reiterated | 01.10.26on TipRanks 00:05 | — | |
| AI DeepSeek Grocery StoresDeepSeek V3.2-Speciale | TipRanks - DeepSeek | $34.00 → $33.00−2.9% | Hold | +7.8% | Downgrade | 01.10.26on TipRanks 00:05 | — | |
| AI OpenAI Grocery StoresOpenAI 4o | TipRanks - OpenAI | $33.00 | Hold | +7.8% | Reiterated | 01.10.26on TipRanks 00:05 | — | |
| AI Anthropic Grocery StoresAnthropic Opus-4.1 | TipRanks - Anthropic | $32.00 → $31.00−3.1% | Hold | +1.3% | Reiterated | 01.10.26on TipRanks 00:05 | — | |
| AI Google Grocery StoresGemini 2.5Pro | TipRanks - Google | $34.00 → $33.00−2.9% | Hold | +7.8% | Downgrade | 01.10.26on TipRanks 00:05 | — | |
| AI PerPlexity Grocery StoresPerPlexity SonarPro | TipRanks - PerPlexity | $34.00 | Buy | +11.1% | Reiterated | 01.10.26on TipRanks 00:05 | — | |
| Aaron Grey★★★★★★★★★★#11931 · hits 35% · avg −6.2% | Alliance Global Partners | $40.00 | Buy | +30.7% | Reiterated | 22.09.26on TipRanks 07:30 | −2.6%next day −0.7% · 5 days +2.2% | ↗ |
| Name not given | — | $35.00 | Buy | +14.3% | Initiated | 18.09.26on TipRanks Sep 21 00:05 | +5.5%next day −1.8% · 5 days −5.4% | ↗ |
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Every rating the collector has kept for the last 12 months, including the earlier ones of the same analyst. Latest of each analyst
Best analysts covering Natural Grocers
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How the average price target moved
The average target of all analysts (their ratings of the 3 months before) on each day, the top analysts’ dashed, against the price; the site keeps this record since 1 October 2026. On 01.10.26: target $37.50 at a price of $30.46 (+23.1%); now: $37.50 at $30.61 (+22.5%).
PriceAverage targetTop analysts’ target
Recommendation trend
Strong BuyBuyHoldSell
| Rating | 05.26 | 06.26 | 07.26 | 08.26 | 09.26 | 10.26 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strong Buy | 1 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Buy | 1 | 2 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| Hold | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sell | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Earnings and sales forecast
Next report: 19.11.26 (Q4 2026, date not confirmed)
Earnings per share
Next quarter’s EPS estimate — $0.55 (from $0.52 to $0.57). Last quarter: $0.66.
Sales
Next quarter’s sales estimate — $353M (from $342M to $362M). Last quarter: $335M.
Best top-analyst consensus in the sector · Consumerdefensive
About Natural Grocers
- CEO: Kemper Isely
- Employees: 3,853
- 12612 West Alameda Parkway, Lakewood, CO, 80228, US
- www.naturalgrocers.com
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 private label products, offering a wide range of essentials such as pasta, sauces, canned goods (beans, vegetables), frozen items (vegetables, fruits, meals, pizza), baking mixes, plant-based butter, various oils, sweeteners (honey, maple syrup), coffee, chocolates, meats (bacon, jerky), snacks (popcorn, chips), and household staples like eggs, cheese, applesauce, water, paper products, and cleaning supplies. Beyond edible goods, Natural Grocers also stocks private label and brand-name dietary supplements; natural and organic body care items covering cosmetics, skincare, haircare, and personal care; pet care products and food; books and informational guides; and general household merchandise like cleaning supplies, soaps, and baby diapers. Operating under the "Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage" brand, the company had 162 stores spread across 20 states as of February 1, 2022. A key differentiator is its commitment to customer well-being, demonstrated through science-backed nutrition education programs designed to empower informed health and dietary choices. Established in 1955, Natural Grocers by Vitamin Cottage, Inc. is based in Lakewood, Colorado.
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